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Support/Services CRISIS INTERVENTION AND SPECIALIZED 24 hour Telephone and Mobile Crisis Intervention: Telephone and mobile (in-person support is available within the City of Sarnia) crisis response is available 24 hours per day, 365 days a year (including holidays) to anyone who may be suffering from mental illness, anyone who is in crisis related to a mental health problem, or anyone in the community who is experiencing thoughts of suicide. Crisis Services can be accessed by calling 519-336-3445 or Short-term Services: Together with a Community Nurse or Social Worker, individuals with moderate mental illness, including Anxiety Disorders and Depression, will work on symptom management, health education, and crisis/relapse prevention planning, on a short-term basis. Services may also include assistance in engaging physicians in the treatment of moderate mental illness. Discharge Planning services are available for all referred patients from the Mental Health Unit at Bluewater Health. Court Diversion Services: Support is provided to individuals who have a mental illness and are involved with the Justice System. When indicated, the CMHA Worker can assist by advocating for court diversion. Release from Custody: In-reach services and follow-up care are provided to individuals in secure custody. Support, and the coordination of mental health follow-up care, is provided to integrate the individual back into the community. Crisis Safe Beds and Emergency Housing: Immediate support and outreach is provided to individuals suffering from mental health issues who are in need of emergency, or stable, housing. Dual Diagnosis Nurse Specialist: Nursing assessment and support is provided to dually diagnosed individuals (individuals with a mental illness and a diagnosis of developmental delay). The Nurse works with individuals, their families and other service providers to develop crisis prevention plans, facilitate community integration and coordinate developmental and mental health services.
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