A Virtual Forensic Family Education and Support Group: Examining the Impact [2021-11-16]
The aim of this presentation is to offer an overview of a Forensic Family Education and Support Group pilot project that examines virtual forensic specific education and support to family members and caregivers with a loved one in the forensic
An Overview of the Forensic Early Intervention Service – Webinar – 2021-11-25
A webinar presented by the North York Local Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee on November 25, 2021. Learning Objectives: Presenter: Tanya Connors RSW, Manager at The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) In the Forensic Early Intervention Service (FEIS). Tanya
Bridging the Gap: Programs that Intersect Forensic Mental Health and Corrections [2021-11-16]
Individuals with serious mental illnesses are over-represented in correctional facilities. Given the intersection of mental health and the justice systems, the Ministries of Health (MOH) and the Solicitor General (SolGen) have partnered to work across government to support this vulnerable
Building Integrated Youth Forensic Services – The Journey – 2015-11-17
The Youth Forensic Service is a new provincial ministry initiative, intended to provide alternate care pathways for youth with mental health disorders who find themselves in conflict with the law. By way of forensic assessments, our service’s primary goal is to
Forensic Mental Health and Justice Services in Ontario – 2019-11-05
The 2019 Ontario Budget announced investments of $174 million in 2019-20 to support community mental health and addictions services, mental health and justice services, supportive housing, and acute mental health inpatient beds. This presentation will focus on new investments in
Forensic Mental Health in Ontario – A System Overview [2021-11-17]
The provincial Forensic Mental Health System is legislatively required to provide a wide range of forensic services in collaboration with the Courts and the Ontario Review Board . Called the “gold-card” of services for its comprehensive nature, individuals at every
Guidelines for the Development and Implementation of Functional Prescriptions in Forensic Rehabilitation [2019-11-04]
The functional prescription is a tool that outlines the daily and weekly tasks and life skills that are expected for the client to accomplish and routinely engage in to ensure forward progression in their rehabilitation journey. It is designed to
Taking the Next Step – Designing Effective Treatment Supports for Community Reintegration of Forensic Patients – 2015-11-17
Taking the next step towards full community reintegration of forensic patients involves a qualitative departure from the structured hospital system. It must be done in a thoughtful and comprehensive way designed to address the individual risks unique to each forensic patient as
