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[The Community Resources Consultants of Toronto (CRCT): Two Case Management Programs.]
Sante Mentale Au Quebec
|February 7, 2008
Summary
This article details two established case management services designed to fill gaps in Toronto's mental health system. It highlights the importance of case management and strong client alliances in service delivery.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Services
- Case Management
- Healthcare Systems
Context:
- Identified gaps in Toronto's mental health system.
- Need for established case management services.
- Importance of service philosophy in practice.
Purpose:
- Describe two established case management services.
- Address the significance of case management in mental healthcare.
- Illustrate service philosophy implementation and client outcomes.
Summary:
- Details two case management services addressing Toronto mental health system gaps.
- Explains the organizational and service delivery philosophy of CRCT.
- Uses client vignettes to show daily case manager work and alliance importance.
Impact:
- Provides insight into effective mental health service models.
- Demonstrates the practical application of case management principles.
- Underscores the value of strong therapeutic alliances in mental healthcare.
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