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This service provides Psychosocial Rehabilitation to individuals living with a stabilized mental illness., , The focus of the program is to teach functional and coping skills to empower people to live as independently as possible. There are several units in this centre:, , Marion Unit, , This program assists individuals living with mental illness by supporting them to live as fully and independently as possible, by working with the client and family to achieve their recovery goals., , programming is primarily group based however clients are supported on an individual basis as well services are individualized towards the clients identified goals (ie: independent living skills, emotional regulation / coping, physical health) and focus on enhancing their capacity to independently find solutions in goal attainment vocational and educational support and services are provided strong emphasis is placed on enhancing the clients connection to community supports , , Cascade Unit, , Offers inpatient services and 24 / 7 care for people who have mental health concerns and other health issues and require long-term rehabilitation., , offers a safe and secure environment where people can learn skills and improve their quality of life so they can move toward other care options encourages people to be as independent as possible but may require supervision or assistance with their activities of daily living , , Malmo Unit, , Offers services and 24 / 7 care for people who have mental health concerns and other health issues and require long-term rehabilitation., , supports clients to learn skills (e.g., leisure, employment, relaxation, meal preparation) and improve their quality of life so they can move toward other care options encourages people to be as independent as possible but may require supervision or assistance with their activities of daily living , , This service is provided by Alberta Health Services and Alberta Health Services contracted service providers., , Affiliation: Kentwood (Community Housing), , Key Provider: doctors, occupational therapists, pharmacists, psychiatric aides, psychiatrists, psychologists, recreation therapists, registered nurses (RNs), social workers, therapy assistants

Provides a secondary crisis response team that is able to intervene, assess, and support people having a mental health crisis in the community., , Assessment and treatment of senior adults with mental health concerns, including:, , mood disorders (depression, bipolar, anxiety) psychotic disorders (Schizophrenia, delusional disorders) dementia , , This service is provided by Alberta Health Services and Alberta Health Services contracted service providers., , Key Provider: dietitians, doctors, indigenous liaison, nurses (RN, RPN, LPN), occupational therapists (OTs), pharmacists, physiotherapists (PTs), psychiatric aides, recreational therapist, social workers, speech language pathologist, volunteers

Provides care to patients and support to families with Acute Mental Health needs., , The program offers:, , Acute Mental Health Services, , Assessment, treatment, and stabilization to people 18 to 64 years who have a severe and continuing mental illness and / or are having an acute mental health crisis. The program supports people as they integrate back into their community by making sure they have the contacts and services they need., , This service is provided by Alberta Health Services and Alberta Health Services contracted service providers, , Key Provider: doctors, occupational therapists (OTs), psychiatrists, psychologists, recreation therapists, registered nurses (RNs), social workers, therapy assistants

Provides addiction counselling and conduct related screening and assessments for individuals concerned about their own or another person"s use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. Concurrent services are available in conjunction with mental health., , Provides counselling programs for people with substance use or gambling problems. Topics and programs may include:, , individual counselling group counselling recovery management education , , Key Provider: addiction counsellors

Drop-in counselling services for support with addiction and / or mental health concerns., , Individuals can drop-in for a single counselling session when needed for support with an addiction and / or mental health concern., , Key Provider: addiction counsellors, mental health therapists

Short-term goal focus therapy offered to children and youth who are experiencing mental health and / or addiction concerns., , Services offered: assessment, individual psychotherapy, option to attend groups in some locations. Concurrent treatment is available with an addiction counselor if appropriate. Crisis Services are available through the local emergency department or by calling 911., , Key Provider: addiction counsellors, mental health counsellors, mental health therapists

Provides addiction counselling and conduct related screening and assessments for individuals concerned about their own or another person"s use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. Concurrent services are available in conjunction with mental health., , Provides counselling programs for people with substance use or gambling problems. Topics and programs may include:, , individual counselling group counselling recovery management education , , Key Provider: addiction counsellors

Provide persons with severe and / or persistent mental illness with community-based services that encompass a continuum of flexible and comprehensive, recovery focused interventions that assist individuals to maintain a reasonable independency, quality of life, and optimal level of functioning in their own community., , Provide services to individuals with significant impairments of functioning due to severe and/or persistent mental illness,often affecting their daily functioning; difficulty accepting and maintaining treatment; lack of personal support systems; and may have coexisting issues related to substance abuse and/or justice involvement. Individuals must be willing to participate in the community or be clients leagally aligned to services through such programs as Community Treatment Orders.Services Include:, , Medication/Psychiatric Support; administer, assess, monitor prescribed medications Teaching/education and prevention and promotion strategies for recovery focused care Advocate in referral to doctor and/or psychiatrist Support transportation for essential appointments Support social, cultural, spiritual, and personal meaningful activities for quality of life improvement Liaise with employment, finance and housing supports Provide support in activities of daily living; meal planning, grocery shopping Supportive counselling; crisis resolution, problem solving; social skills, coping skills" promote independence , , Key Provider: occupational therapists (OTs), psychiatrists, recreational therapists, registered nurses (RNs)

Offers support with social programs such as Alberta seniors benefits, support with understanding and developing personal directives, navigation through the health care system and support through transitions of care settings., , Helps people in all areas of health care, their families, and caregivers by providing:, , short-term counselling to help manage change grief counselling in home visits referrals to other specialized services or resources support groups for caregivers (in some areas) information on housing options, advance care planning, and end-of-life planning referrals to other healthcare providers and agencies, as needed cognitive assessments , , Service is offered in people"s homes, at lodges, hospitals, continuing care centres and supportive living residences., , Key Provider: registered social workers, registered nurses (RNs), registered psychiatric nurses

Provides addiction counselling and conduct related screening and assessments for individuals concerned about their own or another person"s use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. Concurrent services are available in conjunction with mental health., , Provides counselling programs for people with substance use or gambling problems. Topics and programs may include:, , individual counselling group counselling recovery management education , , Key Provider: addiction counsellors

Provide persons with severe and / or persistent mental illness with community-based services that encompass a continuum of flexible and comprehensive, recovery focused interventions that assist individuals to maintain a reasonable independency, quality of life, and optimal level of functioning in their own community., , Provide services to individuals with significant impairments of functioning due to severe and/or persistent mental illness,often affecting their daily functioning; difficulty accepting and maintaining treatment; lack of personal support systems; and may have coexisting issues related to substance abuse and/or justice involvement. Individuals must be willing to participate in the community or be clients leagally aligned to services through such programs as Community Treatment Orders.Services Include:, , Medication/Psychiatric Support; administer, assess, monitor prescribed medications Teaching/education and prevention and promotion strategies for recovery focused care Advocate in referral to doctor and/or psychiatrist Support transportation for essential appointments Support social, cultural, spiritual, and personal meaningful activities for quality of life improvement Liaise with employment, finance and housing supports Provide support in activities of daily living; meal planning, grocery shopping Supportive counselling; crisis resolution, problem solving; social skills, coping skills" promote independence , , Key Provider: occupational therapists (OTs), psychiatrists, recreational therapists, registered nurses (RNs)

Short-term goal focus therapy offered to children and youth who are experiencing mental health and / or addiction concerns., , Services offered: assessment, individual psychotherapy, option to attend groups in some locations. Concurrent treatment is available with an addiction counselor if appropriate. Crisis Services are available through the local emergency department or by calling 911., , Key Provider: addiction counsellors, mental health counsellors, mental health therapists

Provides addiction counselling and conduct related screening and assessments for individuals concerned about their own or another person"s use of alcohol, drugs or gambling. Concurrent services are available in conjunction with mental health., , Provides counselling programs for people with substance use or gambling problems. Topics and programs may include:, , individual counselling group counselling recovery management education , , Key Provider: addiction counsellors

Provide persons with severe and / or persistent mental illness with community-based services that encompass a continuum of flexible and comprehensive, recovery focused interventions that assist individuals to maintain a reasonable independency, quality of life, and optimal level of functioning in their own community., , Provide services to individuals with significant impairments of functioning due to severe and/or persistent mental illness,often affecting their daily functioning; difficulty accepting and maintaining treatment; lack of personal support systems; and may have coexisting issues related to substance abuse and/or justice involvement. Individuals must be willing to participate in the community or be clients leagally aligned to services through such programs as Community Treatment Orders.Services Include:, , Medication/Psychiatric Support; administer, assess, monitor prescribed medications Teaching/education and prevention and promotion strategies for recovery focused care Advocate in referral to doctor and/or psychiatrist Support transportation for essential appointments Support social, cultural, spiritual, and personal meaningful activities for quality of life improvement Liaise with employment, finance and housing supports Provide support in activities of daily living; meal planning, grocery shopping Supportive counselling; crisis resolution, problem solving; social skills, coping skills" promote independence , , Key Provider: occupational therapists (OTs), psychiatrists, recreational therapists, registered nurses (RNs)

Short-term goal focus therapy offered to children and youth who are experiencing mental health and / or addiction concerns., , Services offered: assessment, individual psychotherapy, option to attend groups in some locations. Concurrent treatment is available with an addiction counselor if appropriate. Crisis Services are available through the local emergency department or by calling 911., , Key Provider: addiction counsellors, mental health counsellors, mental health therapists