Comox
1. Name of Service
Adolescent Outpatient Services at St. Joseph's Hospital
2. Address of Service
2137 Comox Avenue
Comox, BC,
V9M 1P2
Phone: 250-339-1525
Fax: 250-339-1578
Email: david.somers@sjghcomox.ca
3. Hours of Service:
Monday to Friday
After hours: Call Crisis line 1-888-494-3888
4. Who Can Receive Services?
Age range | 19 years of age and up |
Type of psychosis or disorders | Continuous intervention for adolescents experiencing serious psychiatric difficulties, such as difficult to treat depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, or thought disorders |
Catchment areas served | |
Other criteria |
5. Do I Need a Referral?
Anyone can refer, intake services include self-referral.
6. Program Description:
Basic early psychosis services provided include:
Complete assessment of symptoms and physical functioning |
Medication management |
Case manager |
Family support and education |
Client education |
Treatment of problems in living and other mental health issues |
In addition to these basic early intervention services more comprehensive services may be offered including:
Groups (In Partnership with Psychiatric Day Hospital) |
Public education regarding early identification and intervention |
Cognitive assessments and rehabilitation |
Vocational rehab programs |
Medication side effect monitoring, healthy living programs |
Alumni programs |