Assertive Outreach Services

Assists individuals to live independently in the community, promote recovery, and minimize hospitalization. A range of supports are provided to persons living with severe and persistent mental illness while they are living in the community and whenever possible, while they are an inpatient. A qualified team of health professionals offer: assessment counselling/therapy medication Management crisis Intervention education advocacy and liaison problem solving goal Setting social and recreational activities budgeting shopping housing legal Issues community access education or employment Services are individualized, focused on recovery, and based on the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) to assist with various areas of community living.

For people ages 18 or older but referring doctors can call if they have someone younger than 18 with early psychosis. Referral Needed Individuals can be referred by: self physicians, psychiatrists family or community members or hospitals / health care providers Although someone else may refer individuals, participation is voluntary and individuals have the right to refuse service. Service Access Service is generally provided on an outreach basis in the person's community. Please call your nearest clinic to see what services are available to you.

Assertive Outreach Services is open Monday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Call (780) 674-8243, or use the website.

Phone

(780) 674-8243

Website

https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/Service.aspx?id=7282&serviceAtFacilityID=1130430#contentStart