Schizophrenia and psychosis treatment through The Royal
The Ozerdinc Grimes Family Regional Psychosis Clinic (OGRPC) provides long-term, community-based treatment for adults aged 18-65 living with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders.
This program requires a referral from a healthcare provider.
Services offered
Recovery-oriented services include access to long-acting injectable medications, clozapine, cognitive behavioural therapy, family therapy, peer support and recovery-focused treatment.
The clinic supports patients who have reached stability in their recovery but need structured follow-up and treatment to manage their illness.
Eligibility
Patients must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- Age 18 to 65
- Diagnosis of a schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders
- Symptoms that are stable with antipsychotic medication and/or other treatments
- Agreement to the referral
- Willingness to:
- Engage in cognitive behavioural therapy for psychosis (CBTp), if recommended
- Meet with a registered nurse, social worker or peer support specialist
- See a psychiatrist at least once every two to three months
At this time, this clinic is not appropriate for individuals who:
- Do not have a diagnosis of a schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders
- Are experiencing psychosis related to substance use
- Are currently under a Community Treatment Order (CTO)
- Require occupational therapy or other allied health supports (aside from social work)
Referrals
Access to services at the Regional Psychosis Clinic requires a referral from a healthcare provider or referring partner, including:
- On Track First Episode Program
- The Royal’s Schizophrenia Outpatient Program
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
- Queensway Carleton Hospital
- Family doctors
- Community Health Centres
- Family Health Teams
Healthcare providers can refer an individual to the clinic using the Central Intake Referral Form. Please fax completed referral forms to Central Intake Team at (613) 798-2976.
Self and family referrals are not accepted.
If you or someone you care about has concerns about their mental health, the first step is to speak with a family doctor or nurse practitioner. Visit our referrals page for more information on the process.
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