
Greater Victoria
1. Name of Service
Victoria Early Psychosis Intervention Program
2. Address of Service
Royal Jubilee Hospital
2328 Trent St
Victoria, BC
V8R 4Z3
Phone: 250-889-4284
Fax: 250-370-8199
3. Hours of Service:
Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm
4. Who Can Receive Services?
Age range | 13-35 years of age |
Type of psychosis or disorders |
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Catchment areas served | Greater Victoria |
Other criteria | No significant period of treatment already received. We try to work with people in their first 3 years of treatment. |
5. Do I Need a Referral?
Anyone can refer including 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 Wellness Day Program) |
Public education regarding early identification and intervention |
Cognitive assessments and rehabilitation |
Vocational rehab programs |
Medication side effect monitoring, healthy living programs |
Alumni programs |