BRIEF SERVICE

Wendat’s brief services program provides a broad range of immediate, short-term help and support to anyone aged 16+ with mental illness. Service usually consists of 1-3 office visits but this varies based on client need. Types of assistance offered includes assistance connecting with ODSP, OW, and PGT, assistance with ODSP eligibility reviews, problem solving, information, linkages/referrals to other services, etc. Assistance provided to navigate local housing resources. Assistance maintaining housing.

Our Team: The Brief Service worker delivers this program and is a Registered Social Service Worker.

Eligibility Criteria: Services are available to individuals with mental illness as well as those affected by mental illness such as caregivers, family members and landlords.

Hours of Service:

• The brief service worker’s hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

How to Apply/Who can Refer:

• Individuals can self-refer, be referred by another service, family member, hospital, etc.
• There is no waiting list for this program

 Contact Phone Number:

Karen Tkaczyk Brief Service Worker 705-526-1305 Ext. 230
Glen Lucas – Program Supervisor: 705-526-1305 Ext. 245