Assertive Community Treatment 

Experiencing a mental health crisis? Call Crisis Line: 1-866-996-0991

Who We Help

Adults 18 years of age and older:

• Presenting with severe and persistent mental disorders such as schizophrenia, severe bi-polar disorders or other psychotic disorders
• Having difficulty engaging with other mental health services
• Confronted with significant functioning difficulties related to housing, social interactions, general life skills, schooling and/or employment

To ask for help, call Mental Health Service Renfrew County (MHSRC) :
MHSRC Central Referral and Info Line

613-732-8770 extension 8006

1-800-991-7711 extension 8006

Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm except holidays

Who Can Request Our Services

• Individuals (self-referrals)
• Family physicians
• Psychiatrists
• Community agencies
• Hospitals
• Family members and friends
• Health care professionals

How We Can Help

• Assistance with the collaborative development of a recovery plan based on personal goals
• Symptom control assessment
• Medication prescription, administration and ongoing monitoring
• Education on illness management
• Supportive counselling
• Integrated mental health and addiction treatment for alcohol and other drugs
• Housing support
• Activity of daily living coaching and support (e.g. medication management, budgeting and groceries)
• Support for return to schooling or employment
• Employment support
• Socialization and recreation
• Crisis intervention and prevention through development of the individual's care plan
• Support Community Treatment Order in collaboration with other regional hospitals and the Ontario Review Board
• Advocacy for clients’ rights
• Family and social network support and education
• Liaison with other community agencies and partners

MHSRC Assertive Community Treatment Team

• Psychiatrist
• Team Supervisor
• Recreational Therapist
• Registered Nurse and Registered Practical Nurse
• Concurrent Specialist (Mental Health and Addictions)
• Peer Specialist
• Vocational Specialist

Resources

• Assertive Community Treatment Info Sheet
• Institute for Advancements in Mental Health of Ontario
• Mood Disorders Society of Canada
• Canadian Mental Health Association
• Wellness Recovery Action Plan
• Mood Disorders Ottawa
• Ontario Act Association
• Big White Wall
• Bounce Back