HUMAN TRAFFICKING

[Audio] HUMAN TRAFFICKING Presented by Group 1 HUMAN TRAFFICKING Presented by Group 1.

[Audio] Overview/Roadmap: 1. What is CAMH and who does it serve? 2. History/community engagement of the organization 3. Services CAMH provides 4. What to expect as a service user AT CAMH 5. Conclusion 6. Reference 11/11/2023 Overview/Roadmap 1. What is CAMH and who does it serve? 2. History/community engagement of the organization 3. Services CAMH provides 4. What to expect as a service user AT CAMH 5. Conclusion 6. Reference.

[Audio] 1) What is the organization and who does it serve? a. Brief description of the organization: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital, as well as one of the world’s leading research institutions in its field. CAMH is dedicated to transforming the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues through clinical practice, research, education, advocacy, and policy. b. What are the organizations prevailing ideologies, culture, and values? CA CAMH is committed to providing quality care and services to people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices. They strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone. c. Brief overview of whom it services (age, population, gender, LGBTQ2S friendly, families, disability etc.): CAMH serves individuals of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations, and is LGBTQ2S friendly. They also offer specialized services for pregnant women, new mothers, and their children, as well as those with disabilities. 11/11/2023 1) What is the organization and who does it serve? a. Brief description of the organization: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital, as well as one of the world's leading research institutions in its field. CAMH is dedicated to transforming the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues through clinical practice, research, education, advocacy, and policy. b. What are the organizations prevailing ideologies, culture, and values? CA CAMH is committed to providing quality care and services to people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices. They strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone. c. Brief overview of whom it services (age, population, gender, LGBTQ2S friendly, families, disability etc.): CAMH serves individuals of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations, and is LGBTQ2S friendly. They also offer specialized services for pregnant women, new mothers, and their children, as well as those with disabilities..

[Audio] 2) What is the history/community engagement of the organization? a. What was the community’s need that prompted the creation of this organization? How did the organization come to be? CAMH was founded in 1998 because of the amalgamation of four separate mental health facilities in Toronto that had been providing care since the late 1800s. The amalgamation was the result of efforts to reduce hospital overcrowding, improve quality of care, and create a more efficient system of services for patients. b. Does the organization respond to community needs? Yes, CAMH is committed to responding to the needs of the community by providing quality mental health and addiction services and resources. They are also active in advocating for policy changes that will improve access to mental health care and reduce stigma. c. How does the organization interact with its community? CAMH regularly engages with the community through a variety of activities, including public talks, community events, and fundraising initiatives. They also partner with other organizations and government agencies to provide services and resources to those in need. 2) What is the history/community engagement of the organization? a. What was the community's need that prompted the creation of this organization? How did the organization come to be? CAMH was founded in 1998 because of the amalgamation of four separate mental health facilities in Toronto that had been providing care since the late 1800s. The amalgamation was the result of efforts to reduce hospital overcrowding, improve quality of care, and create a more efficient system of services for patients. b. Does the organization respond to community needs? Yes, CAMH is committed to responding to the needs of the community by providing quality mental health and addiction services and resources. They are also active in advocating for policy changes that will improve access to mental health care and reduce stigma. c. How does the organization interact with its community? CAMH regularly engages with the community through a variety of activities, including public talks, community events, and fundraising initiatives. They also partner with other organizations and government agencies to provide services and resources to those in need..

[Audio] 3) What are the services it provides? a. What services does the organization currently provide within mental health and addiction? CAMH provides a range of services for those with mental health and addiction issues, including assessment and diagnosis, short-term and long-term treatment, research, and public education. They also offer specialized services for pregnant women, new mothers, and their children, as well as those with disabilities. b. What is the service model? CAMH utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to care, which involves a team of specialists from different disciplines working together to provide comprehensive care and treatment. This team-based approach allows for the integration of services and improved continuity of care. c. What gaps or barriers does this organization have and for what populations? CAMH strives to reduce barriers and gaps in access to mental health care. They offer services in multiple languages, as well as culturally and linguistically appropriate programs. They also offer a range of services for specific populations, such as pregnant women, new mothers, and those with disabilities. Continuation on slide 6 3) What are the services it provides? a. What services does the organization currently provide within mental health and addiction? CAMH provides a range of services for those with mental health and addiction issues, including assessment and diagnosis, short-term and long-term treatment, research, and public education. They also offer specialized services for pregnant women, new mothers, and their children, as well as those with disabilities. b. What is the service model? CAMH utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to care, which involves a team of specialists from different disciplines working together to provide comprehensive care and treatment. This team-based approach allows for the integration of services and improved continuity of care. c. What gaps or barriers does this organization have and for what populations? CAMH strives to reduce barriers and gaps in access to mental health care. They offer services in multiple languages, as well as culturally and linguistically appropriate programs. They also offer a range of services for specific populations, such as pregnant women, new mothers, and those with disabilities..

[Audio] d. Are there any biases/stigma this organization appears to hold? CAMH is committed to eliminating bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction. They have a set of guiding principles that emphasize the importance of respect for all individuals, regardless of their background, beliefs, or lifestyle. e. How is this organization responding to biases/stigma in mental health and addiction? CAMH is actively working to reduce bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction. They are committed to providing quality care and services to people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices. CAMH also regularly engages in public education and advocacy initiatives to increase awareness and understanding about mental health and addiction issues. f. What strengths does this organization have? CAMH has a long history of providing quality mental health and addiction services and resources. They have a multidisciplinary team of specialists that work together to provide comprehensive care and treatment. CAMH is also committed to reducing stigma and increasing access to care for marginalized populations. Continuation of slide 5 d. Are there any biases/stigma this organization appears to hold? CAMH is committed to eliminating bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction. They have a set of guiding principles that emphasize the importance of respect for all individuals, regardless of their background, beliefs, or lifestyle. e. How is this organization responding to biases/stigma in mental health and addiction? CAMH is actively working to reduce bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction. They are committed to providing quality care and services to people of all backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices. CAMH also regularly engages in public education and advocacy initiatives to increase awareness and understanding about mental health and addiction issues. f. What strengths does this organization have? CAMH has a long history of providing quality mental health and addiction services and resources. They have a multidisciplinary team of specialists that work together to provide comprehensive care and treatment. CAMH is also committed to reducing stigma and increasing access to care for marginalized populations..

[Audio] 4) As a service user what can you expect? a. Assessments? CAMH provides comprehensive assessments and diagnoses to individuals seeking mental health and addiction services. During the assessment process, a team of specialists will work with the individual to develop a care plan that best meets their needs also client usually requires referrals. b. Are their strengths-based language used in material? Give examples. CAMH utilizes strength-based language when communicating with service users. For example, they emphasize the importance of recognizing and building on individual strengths, such as resilience and coping skills. CAMH recognizes that words used to discuss health, identities and population can impact client wellbeing. Continuation on slide 8 4) As a service user what can you expect? a. Assessments? CAMH provides comprehensive assessments and diagnoses to individuals seeking mental health and addiction services. During the assessment process, a team of specialists will work with the individual to develop a care plan that best meets their needs also client usually requires referrals. b. Are their strengths-based language used in material? Give examples. CAMH utilizes strength-based language when communicating with service users. For example, they emphasize the importance of recognizing and building on individual strengths, such as resilience and coping skills. CAMH recognizes that words used to discuss health, identities and population can impact client wellbeing..

[Audio] c. Is the organization trauma informed? Yes, CAMH is committed to providing trauma-informed care. They strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone, and recognize the importance of trauma-informed approaches to care. d. I.e., wait times, program length, expectations of programs. CAMH strives to keep wait times to a minimum for individuals seeking mental health and addiction services. The length of their programs and services varies depending on the individual’s needs, and they strive to provide realistic expectations for service users. Some of CAMH programs expectations are for clients to actively participate in their treatment plan. Client is expected to keep their appointments and notify of any change/ cancelation. Clients should be treated with respect and dignity. Both Clients and staffs to abide by CAMH policies and procedures. Continuation of slide 7 c. Is the organization trauma informed? Yes, CAMH is committed to providing trauma-informed care. They strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone, and recognize the importance of trauma-informed approaches to care. d. I.e., wait times, program length, expectations of programs. CAMH strives to keep wait times to a minimum for individuals seeking mental health and addiction services. The length of their programs and services varies depending on the individual's needs, and they strive to provide realistic expectations for service users. Some of CAMH programs expectations are for clients to actively participate in their treatment plan. Client is expected to keep their appointments and notify of any change/ cancelation. Clients should be treated with respect and dignity. Both Clients and staffs to abide by CAMH policies and procedures..

[Audio] 5) Conclusion a. Any reflections or highlights from the presentation? CAMH is a leading mental health and addiction teaching hospital in Canada, with a long history of providing quality services and resources to those in need. They are committed to eliminating bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction, and strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone. b. What do you want people to remember about this organization? I want people to remember that CAMH is dedicated to transforming the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues through clinical practice, research, education, advocacy, and policy. They are committed to providing quality care and services to all individuals and strive to reduce barriers and gaps in access to mental health care. Continuation on slide 10 5) Conclusion a. Any reflections or highlights from the presentation? CAMH is a leading mental health and addiction teaching hospital in Canada, with a long history of providing quality services and resources to those in need. They are committed to eliminating bias and stigma related to mental health and addiction, and strive to create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone. b. What do you want people to remember about this organization? I want people to remember that CAMH is dedicated to transforming the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues through clinical practice, research, education, advocacy, and policy. They are committed to providing quality care and services to all individuals and strive to reduce barriers and gaps in access to mental health care..

[Audio] c. Do you believe this organization to be safe? Yes, I believe that CAMH is a safe and welcoming environment for those seeking mental health and addiction services. They strive to create a respectful and inclusive environment for everyone and recognize the importance of trauma-informed approaches to care. d. What can the organization do to improve on their services? CAMH can continue to work towards reducing barriers and gaps in access to mental health care, as well as increasing awareness and understanding about mental health and addiction issues through public education and advocacy initiatives. Additionally, they can continue to strive to provide quality services and resources to all individuals, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices. Continuation of slide 9 c. Do you believe this organization to be safe? Yes, I believe that CAMH is a safe and welcoming environment for those seeking mental health and addiction services. They strive to create a respectful and inclusive environment for everyone and recognize the importance of trauma-informed approaches to care. d. What can the organization do to improve on their services? CAMH can continue to work towards reducing barriers and gaps in access to mental health care, as well as increasing awareness and understanding about mental health and addiction issues through public education and advocacy initiatives. Additionally, they can continue to strive to provide quality services and resources to all individuals, while recognizing and respecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices..

[Audio] Reference The Center for Addiction and Mental Health. (n.d.). CAMH. https://www.camh.ca/ The role of CAMH Foundation. (n.d.). CAMH. http://www.camh.ca/en/driving-change/about-camh/the-role-of-camh-foundation 11/11/2023.