Welcome to St. Joseph’s Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care The Forensic Psychiatry Program at Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care offers both inpatient and outpatient programs and services. Five inpatient units provide unique interventions throughout each individual’s journey of recovery, including different levels of security and privileges which balance autonomy and manage risk. The program’s mission is to enable persons with mental health disorders who have been in conflict with the law, to improve functioning so they may be successful in the community. Through longer term treatment, individuals receive the supports necessary to ensure the safety and security of themselves, staff members and the public at large. We support our patients in developing the skills and supports they need to live, socialize and work in their environment of choice. We believe that everyone has the capacity to learn, grow and recover. Recovery, in terms of mental illness, does not always mean the absence of the illness itself. As defined by the Mental Health Commission of Canada;“Recovery means living a satisfying, hopeful, and meaningful life, even when there may be ongoing limitations related to mental health problems and illnesses.” This Patient and Family Handbook is dedicated to providing you with information that you or your family members may need. If you have questions or concerns that we have not addressed, please feel free to ask any staff member. To view a virtual tour of Southwest Centre, including patient rooms visit St. Joseph’s Website: www.sjhc.london.on.ca/areas-of-care/mental-health-care/mental-health-care-forensic-program/ services
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