Institute for Advancements in Mental Health
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: MET0787 | Last Modified: 11 Aug 2020 | Last Full Update: 22 Apr 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | COVID19 - Office closed to walk-in service * supportive counselling by telephone for individuals, families and caregivers impacted by chronic mental illness, including schizophrenia and other forms of psychosis, call 1-855-449-9949 or email support@iamentalhealth.ca (response may take up to 2 days) * virtual family support groups through Strengthening Families Together program - visit www.iamentalhealth.ca for details ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- Support and education * One-to-One Support -- telephone, online and in-person support service, including information and counselling on first episode or new diagnosis, managing schizophrenia/psychosis, justice and mental health, housing, employment and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), early intervention, managing medications, recognizing and managing signs and symptoms of mental illness, advocacy * support groups * family support * online resources * research and public awareness |
| Service Details | |
| Public Comments | COVID19 - Office closed to walk-in service * telephone support available, call 1-855-449-9949 * see Description for modified virtual services, or visit www.iamentalhealth.ca * formerly known as Schizophrenia Society of Ontario |
| Hours | COVID19 No walk-in service, telephone service only * Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm; also Tue, Thu 5 pm-7 pm |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Boundaries | Ontario |
| Eligibility | Individuals and families living with or affected by mental health issues, particularly schizophrenia and other forms of psychosis |
| Application | Call, email or visit website * for confidential support call toll free 1-855-449-9949 or email support@iamentalhealth.ca |
| Languages | English ; Interpretation for other languages may be available |
| Fees | Free * optional membership fee |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown Central |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Church St and King St E |
| Physical Access | Main entrance wheelchair accessible, assistance needed with door |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 416-449-6830 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-449-6367 |
| Crisis Phone | 1-855-449-9949 |
| Fax | 416-449-8434 |
| info@iamentalhealth.ca | |
| Website | www.iamentalhealth.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/MentalHealthIAM Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentalhealthiam_/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-advancements-in-mental-health Twitter: twitter.com/MentalHealthIAM |