What is this program?
The Intensive Services for Youth Community team supports youth in Grades 9 to 12 who are struggling at home, school and within the community due to mental health needs (i.e., anxiety, depressions and emotional dysregulation) with significant mental health needs. Community supports may be used to navigate the transition in and out of day treatment, as a step down from other services, or as a stand-alone service designed to support youth to successfully navigate their environment while remaining connected to their home school/community.
What does this program offer?
- Assistance in transitions before, during and after treatment through a community-based transition team
Who is this program for?
14 – 18 years old
For those residing in Toronto with M postal codes
How can I access this program?
In-person
Do I need a referral?
- Community/agency/school referral through Help Ahead
- Self-referral through Help Ahead
- Primary care referral (i.e. Doctor or Nurse Practitioner) through Help Ahead
Referrals are made through Help Ahead here: How to Refer – Help Ahead
Are there any people who aren’t the best fit for this program?
GH-CCMH does not provide specific assessment and treatment for the following:
- When autism/related neuro-developmental disorders are the primary concern
- When substance use is the primary concern
- When eating disorders are the primary concern
- Requiring crisis care
- Psychosis
- Primary forensic concerns
- Child custody/access cases
Learn more
Intensive Services for Youth- Community Treatment
