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Program:
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Youth Mental Health Court Worker Program
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Address:
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820 Lakeview Dr
Kenora, ON
P9N 3P7
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Location:
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- Located at Lakeview Dr across the street from Dairy Queen
- Closest intersection is at Lakeview Dr and Belle Ave
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Service Description:
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Provides programs and services with a focus on improving emotional, physical and developmental services for children, youth, adults and their families
Provides an alternative to the court process for youth with mental health issues and deemed appropriate for court diversion
- Provides consultations to the Crown Attorney and develops service care plans
- Assists youth to access mental health services and community supports including mental health and addiction services
NOTE: Crown may withdraw charges after youth's completion of mental health diversion program
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Application:
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- Referrals accepted from any source
- All referrals received by Firefly Youth Mental Health Court Worker
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Youth 12-17 years of age
- Evidence of a mental illness or is suspected of having mental health issues, traumatic brain injury, or developmental issues
- Youth's mental health issue must be able to be effectively managed with the community
- Youth has been charged with a Class 1 or less serious Class II type of offence OR
- Is on current probation and receives a new divertible charge
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Area Served:
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Kenora and Rainy River
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