CMHA Ontario joined with three other provincial stakeholder organizations in endorsing key strategies to address ER wait times. These strategies, as well as corresponding recommended actions, were outlined in a letter sent to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care David Caplan. (September, 2009) September 15, 2009 The Honourable David Caplan Minister of Health and […]Continue readingLetter on ER Wait Times
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Rural and Northern Community Issues in Mental Health
Mental health related services and supports in rural and northern Ontario communities are less comprehensive, available and accessible than in urban areas. Key considerations are identified, as well as strategies taking place in some communities to address these challenges. (September, 2009) Introduction Ontario has a fragmented system of community mental health services and supports. The […]Continue readingRural and Northern Community Issues in Mental Health
Focus on Seniors: Response to ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
This is a third in a series of responses by CMHA Ontario to the discussion document, “Every Door is the Right Door: Toward a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy.” This report provides feedback on the strategy from the perspective of meeting the needs of seniors. (August, 2009) CMHA Ontario’s main report includes our overview […]Continue readingFocus on Seniors: Response to ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
Response to the Discussion Document ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
CMHA Ontario provides feedback for the discussion paper, “Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addiction Strategy.” The desired future state of a new mental health and addictions strategy for Ontario is an integrated, person-centred mental health and addiction services system. The transformation needed from today’s organizational structures and relationships […]Continue readingResponse to the Discussion Document ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
Focus on Equity: Response to ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
There are currently large and significant disparities in mental health. The vision of Every Door Is the Right Door is to create a more integrated system that will promote all Ontarians’ mental health and well-being, and support people with mental illnesses and addictions. Not paying attention to equity while reforming the system may in fact widen disparities. […]Continue readingFocus on Equity: Response to ‘Every Door is the Right Door: Towards a 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy’
Joint Submission to the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Long-Term Affordable Housing Consultation Session
A submission on the provincial affordable housing strategy, jointly submitted by CMHA Ontario and five provincial organizations representing mental health and addictions consumers and service providers. (July, 2009) For background information about the strategy and consultation, see “Ontario’s Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy Consultation Document” at www.mah.gov.on.ca. Summary of Recommendations Many people with mental health and/or addictions […]Continue readingJoint Submission to the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Long-Term Affordable Housing Consultation Session
Talking Points: Employment Supports for Persons with Mental Illness
Employment is a key determinant of health and well-being. There are compelling reasons to focus on improving the availability and access to employment support programs and services. (June, 2009) Employment is a key determinant of health and well-being. There are compelling reasons to focus on improving the availability and access to employment support programs and […]Continue readingTalking Points: Employment Supports for Persons with Mental Illness
Talking Points: A New Mental Health and Addictions Strategy for Ontario
CMHA Ontario identifies key issues that should be addressed to inform the development of Ontario’s new mental health and addictions strategy. (June, 2009) The provincial government is developing a new strategy for mental health and addictions in Ontario. Policy makers are consulting with stakeholders across the province. CMHA Ontario has developed key messages to inform […]Continue readingTalking Points: A New Mental Health and Addictions Strategy for Ontario
CMHA Ontario Submission to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions, Legislative Assembly of Ontario
CMHA Ontario’s May 2009 presentation to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions. (June, 2009) Presented by Lorne Zon, Chief Executive Officer, and Michelle Gold, Senior Director, Policy and Programs Mental health and mental illness are complex issues. They cannot be addressed by focusing on one or two solutions. Provincial efforts require comprehensive directions […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario Submission to the Select Committee on Mental Health and Addictions, Legislative Assembly of Ontario
Environmental Scan: National Snapshot of Community Mental Health Services in the Context of Regionalization
The introduction of the Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) in Ontario has changed the landscape for planning and delivery of community mental health services and supports. Although Ontario’s approach is unique, there is much that can be learned from 15 years of experience of regionalization in other provinces. This paper provides a snapshot of the […]Continue readingEnvironmental Scan: National Snapshot of Community Mental Health Services in the Context of Regionalization