Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound, Bracebridge Office, General Services

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound

Record #: MUS0234

Last Modified: 22 Nov 2024

Last Full Update: 02 Jun 2021

Description (Service)

Provides:

mental health crisis intervention, treatment, and community support (case management) services
assessment and referral
counselling/psychotherapy
psychiatric consultation
intensive case management for individuals with serious mental illness
group services in some cases

Core Services include:

Crisis/Intake support services - single point of entry for all services of the Core Program.
- Screening and review of all referrals.
- 24 hour telephone Crisis support service.
- Community crisis support.
- Post crisis follow-up.
- 24 hour consultations to hospitals.
COAST (Community Outreach and Support Team) - a multidisciplinary, mobile, outreach team providing individualized treatment for a persistent and serious mental illness, including:
- housing
- medication
- rehabilitation
- employment and financial services
Court Diversion and Support - redirection from criminal justice system for minor offenses. The person agrees to an individualized support/treatment program in the community.
Supportive Housing Service - rent supplements to clients who have experienced serious mental illness, are homeless or at risk of being homeless and receiving ongoing service from the Agency.
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Education Service - individual counselling (as resources allow) including:
- assessment, treatment planning and case management
- group counselling
- community consultation and education of mental health issues

Other programs include:

Regional Seniors' Mental Health Consultation Service - mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment recommendations and limited follow-up and/or referral on an outreach basis for people with age-related mental health problems. Collaborates with health care agencies and caregivers to provide advocacy for clients and their families.
Adult Protective Services (APS) - assist developmentally disabled adults to live independently in the community including:
- locating and retaining accommodation
- counselling for life skills, financial management and emotional issues
- co-ordinating medical and dental appointments, etc
- advocating for client rights
- assisting clients with the judicial system
Council of Consumer/Survivor and Family Initiatives - peer-guided community program for people who live with mental health issues (see separate record).
Volunteer Program - volunteer opportunities to assist in services and enhancement of quality of life for people with a serious mental illness or developmental disability. Volunteer Coordinator can be reached at 705-645-2262.
Partner Assault Response Program - a 12 week court ordered education group involving domestic violence (see separate record).

Hours	Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Crisis service: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Areas Served	Muskoka District ; Parry Sound District
Eligibility	18 years and older
Application	Call first to arrange intake interview. Individuals in crisis are seen as soon as possible.
Languages	English; French - Website, Programs
Fees	None

Site Location	Directly across the street and parking lot from the Bracebridge arena - can enter Shier building through the back door off the parking lot or the front door on Manitoba St
Located In Community	Bracebridge
Address & Map	173 Manitoba St, Ste 202 Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1S3 View Google Map
Mailing Address	Shier Building, 173 Manitoba St Ste 202 Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1S3
Physical Access	Fully Accessible - Accessible 8:30 am-4:30 pm from front entrance on Manitoba St ; Accessible 8:30 am-4:30 pm from front entrance on Manitoba St

Office Phone	705-645-2262 ; 1-800-563-1990, Adult Protective Services
Toll Free Phone	1-800-245-5036
Crisis Phone	1-888-893-8333
Fax	705-645-7473
Website	mps.cmha.ca
Primary Contact	Michael Varieur, Director of Clinical Services and Operations (Muskoka); Phone: 705-645-2262; Email: mvarieur@cmhamps.ca