Community Mental Health

Programme Areas

Mental health

Programme Type

Non-acute specialist mental health community services

Regions

South Canterbury

Age Groups

Adult / Pakeke

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Individuals can self-refer by calling 0800 277 997. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisation.

Description

This team of health professionals use the strengths philosophy to provide assessment, support, education and treatment to people who have identified moderate to severe psychiatric illness which causes distress and/or enduring disability.