Individuals experiencing symptoms of Depression and Anxiety can receive support from a mental health professional in the areas of illness education and management, crisis planning and relapse prevention. Through group work and/or 6 – 12 individual appointments with a Social Worker, individuals will learn about moderate mental illness and how it impacts health and overall […]Continue readingBrief Services
CMHA Programs and Services
The Canadian Mental Health Association provides recovery-focused programs and services for people of all ages and their families. Follow the links below for details.
Chatham-Kent Youth Wellness Hub
The Chatham-Kent Youth Wellness Hub (formerly ACCESS Open Minds Chatham-Kent) brings together existing community partners who are committed to working in a new collaborative and innovative way, offering a “one-stop shop” for young people aged 12-25 and their families looking for mental health support. Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) is an initiative that aims to […]Continue readingChatham-Kent Youth Wellness Hub
Clinical Case Management
Bio-psychosocial Rehabilitation emphasizing client choice, empowerment, and individual strengths, is provided on a one-to-one basis. Services include care planning, problem solving, coaching on therapeutic lifestyle choices and education on health and medication. As well, advocacy in accessing financial benefits, housing, food, clothing and community health services is provided. Crisis prevention, consultation and coordination, monitoring, support […]Continue readingClinical Case Management
Concurrent Disorders Case Manager
The Concurrent Disorders Program provides screening of all clients in receipt of CMHA Services for concurrent disorders (mental illness and addiction). Additionally, the Concurrent Disorders Specialist provides intensive case management services for clients diagnosed with a complex concurrent disorder. A Concurrent Disorder Group is also available throughout the year.Continue readingConcurrent Disorders Case Manager
Depot/Clozaril Clinic Services
Administration of psychiatric medication, as well as assessment and monitoring of individuals receiving injections and oral Clozaril, is provided. This service is available at the Chatham and Sarnia locations, in the client’s home, or at our satellite offices in Kettle Point and Petrolia. Chatham site also offers metabolic syndrome monitoring, which includes monitoring of physical […]Continue readingDepot/Clozaril Clinic Services
Discharge Planning
We provide assistance to referred individuals who are preparing for discharge from the Mental Health In-patient Unit at Bluewater Health. Assistance may include help with housing and finances, as well as referrals to appropriate community resources.Continue readingDischarge Planning
Dual Diagnosis Specialist
Assessment and support is provided to dually diagnosed individuals (individuals with a mental illness and a diagnosis of developmental delay), and with their families and other service providers to develop crisis prevention plans, facilitate community integration and coordinate developmental and mental health services.Continue readingDual Diagnosis Specialist
Early Intervention Services (EDIS) for Youth/Young Adults (14 – 35)
Early intervention is key! EDIS provides early intervention services to individuals between the ages of 14-35 who are experiencing a first onset of Psychosis. Services include: screening, nursing assessment, comprehensive assessment, linkage with a psychiatrist and other community supports, individual treatment planning, psychotherapy, reintegration support, family engagement, community awareness and education.Continue readingEarly Intervention Services (EDIS) for Youth/Young Adults (14 – 35)
First Nations Community Support Services
Intensive Case Management support is offered onsite at the Kettle Point Health Centre, Walpole Island Health Centre and Aamjiwnaang Health Centre.Continue readingFirst Nations Community Support Services
Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team (GMHOT)
The goal of this service is to enhance the quality of life for older age adults with complex mental health needs living in a long-term care home, retirement home and community. The team comprised of a Psychiatrist, Registered Nurses, Social Worker and an Occupational Therapist provide psychiatric evaluation and care within the long-term care, retirement home and community settings. The […]Continue readingGeriatric Mental Health Outreach Team (GMHOT)