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Program:
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Mental Health Court Support Program
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Phone Numbers:
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416-789-7957
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Fax:
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416-789-9079
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Address:
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Lawrence Square
480-700 Lawrence Ave W
North York, ON
M6A 3B4
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon 9am-5pm * Tue 9am-5pm * Wed 9am-5pm * Thu 9am-5pm * Fri 9am-5pm
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Public Contacts:
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Intake Worker
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Service Description:
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In consultation with the court, this program diverts people with serious mental illness from the court system to mental health and community support services. The program also provides information and support to family and loved ones of mentally ill persons in conflict with the legal system. Clients are served through the Ontario Court of Justice: Metro West (Highway 400 and Finch Ave.) and Metro East (Scarborough) Courts.
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Application:
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Clients must have charges at the Toronto East or Toronto West courts. Participation in the program is voluntary and anyone may make a referral including accused persons, family and/or loved ones, service providers, lawyers, police and the courts. Referrals can be made by contacting respective programs directly by phone or in-person.
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Clients with Legal Issues Only
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Languages:
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English ; Interpretation Services
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Area Served:
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Municipalities: Etobicoke ; Toronto
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Last Updated:
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12/8/2022
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=144996
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