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MHSRC Geriatric Mental Health Program

Experiencing a mental health crisis? Call Crisis Line: 1-866-996-0991

 

Who We Help

Adults 65 years of age and older experiencing mood, personality or behavioural changes, who are in need of psychiatric evaluation and consultation.

 

To ask for help, call Mental Health Service Renfrew County (MHSRC) :
MHSRC Central Referral and Info Line

613-732-8770 extension 8006

1-800-991-7711 extension 8006

Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm except holidays

 

Who Can Request Our Services

Anyone can initiate a referral, however it must be submitted to MHSRC by a physician.

  • Individuals (self-referrals)
  • Family physicians
  • Psychiatrists
  • Community agencies
  • Hospitals
  • Family members and friends
  • Health care professionals

 

How We Can Help

  • Comprehensive psychiatric assessment, in-home or in long term care settings
  • Pharmaceutical, behavioural and psychosocial consultation
  • Liaison with family physicians, professional caregivers, community agencies and family
  • Advocacy
  • Geriatric mental health education and behaviour management coaching of professional care providers


MHSRC Geriatric Mental Health Team

  • Consulting Psychiatrists from The Royal
  • Geriatric Mental Health Nurses


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