CONCURRENT SESSIONS: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21st, 2017

 

 

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21st AT 10:30AM - 12:00PM  (7 Concurrent Sessions)

 

Title:

C1 - COMPASSION FATIGUE & LIVED EXPERIENCE OF DEPRESSION - 2 PRESENTATIONS

C1-1: MY DEPRESSION WAS A DEATH SENTENCE...NOW COMMITTED TO A LIFE SENTENCE
Theme:  Family/People with Lived Experience
Author:  Natasha Bronfman

Abstract:

A vividly painted picture of what major depression and ptsd feels like to live through. Natasha describes the suffering of her 8 years of living with her mental illness, with a near suicide while hiding her agony from her coworkers and friends because of the stigma attached. It is also a story of hope as she has recovered and has become a mental health advocate, fighting the shame and stigma associated with mental illness.
BIOS:

A terrifying incident of domestic violence threw Natasha Bronfman into PTSD and major depression. Since her recovery she has become a determined advocate against the stigma of mental illness; she joined the Board of CMHA Toronto, obtained a Certificate in Mental Health Law and was appointed to the Consent and Capacity Board. She has been sharing her lived experience with corporations during the United Way campaign, and will be featured during Mental Health week.
Title:

C1-2: COMPASSION FATIGUE
Author:

Jennifer Jackson
Theme:

Self Care/Wellness

Abstract:

This presentation will examine the pathway from compassion satisfaction to compassion fatigue, and beyond. This pathway need not be an inevitable part of being a helper, though: there are a myriad of ways to protect oneself, which will be discussed in a creative and realistic way.able innovations in the justice system, to support youth with mental health and addictions needs.
BIOS:

Jennifer Jackson has been with the Distress Centre for 5 years, first as a volunteer and currently as the Manager of Education Services. She is passionate about advocating for social justice and helping others. She consistently seeks out opportunities to do so in her work and in her everyday life.

 

Title:

C2: TRANSFORMATION TO NORMALIZATION
Author:

Lori Flinders
Theme:

Aboriginal / Culture Perspectives

Abstract:

This workshop is both a ‘give away’ ceremony of inherent knowledge and opportunity to generate discussion on building a ‘knowledge bundle’ of best practice for Cultural Competency in person centered health care. We are moving towards normalization of traditional practices by the building of a practice ‘bundle’ for person centered care. This is a recognized and published leading practice with Accreditation Canada.
BIOS:

Lori R Flinders, MSW/RSW/CFNHM. Lori is Anishinaabikwe from Couchiching First Nation in Treaty 3. She is a mother of 2, Kokum to 3, and aunty to many. Lori Flinders has worked with Fort Frances Tribal Area Health Service for the past 4 years as the Director of Behavioural Health Services. Lori has been invited to present all over Canada and the United States during the course of her 20 year Anishinaabe Social Work career. She has been instrumental in helping the Corporation bring to life their Sacred Bundle that includes the Agency bundle and staff working bundles. Lori has a Masters of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier and received First Nations Health Managers certification designation in 2014.

 

Title:

C3: EXPLORING THE NEW PATH: TAKING THE OFFICE OUT OF COMMUNITY BASED TREATMENT
Author:

Mark Veenstra and Elizabeth Evans
Theme:

Forensic
Abstract:

The Community Support Team and Intensive Support and Supervision Program provide intensive community based counselling to youth involved in the justice system and their families.  Interventions include criminogenic risk factors and mental health needs.  These programs aim to reduce recidivism, address mental health concerns and contribute to community safety.
BIOS:

Mark J. Veenstra M.A. With a Masters in Marriage Family and Child Counselling Mark has 20 years’ experience working with youth and their families. For 10 years Mark has been the Intensive Support and Supervision Specialist at DFCC. His interventions are evidence informed, strength-based and relationship driven.

Elizabeth Evans B.Sc. has over 11 years’ experience in a variety of settings, providing counselling to high need /high risk individuals. She has been a Community Support Team Counsellor at Durham Family Court Clinic for two years and has a Bachelor of Science Degree with a specialist in mental health and addictions.

 

 

Title:

C4 - ENGAGING THE 'UN-ENGAGEABLE' AND USING NEW TECHNOLOGY - 2 PRESENTATIONS

C4-1: ENGAGING THE 'UN-ENGAGEABLE' WITH FEEDBACK INFORMED TREATMENT
Theme:  Youth/Social Media/Bullying
Author:  Michelle Prud'Homme

Abstract:

This presentation will highlight how the use of Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in practice with high-risk justice involved youth and their families supports the strengthening of therapeutic alliances, reduced wait-times and drop-out rates, and maintains positive alignment with treatment goals to support overall improved wellness of our clients.
BIOS:

Michelle Prud'Homme, RSW, has an affinity for engaging high-risk gang involved youth, and has worked within Youturn's gang-targeting intervention programs since their inception. As Clinical Supervisor, Michelle is now supervising the programs, and continuing to champion new and innovative approaches to maintain the strength of our therapeutic alliances.
Title:

C4-2: USING NEW TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE AND PROMOTE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Author:

David Clarke and Dimitri Logounov
Theme:

Youth/Social Media/Bullying

Abstract:

Durham Mental Health Services (DMHS) aims to use new technology creatively and effectively – through social media including Facebook, Twitter and Flickr and through the design of a suicide prevention and intervention app that is available on Google Play and the Apple Store. Using DMHS’ digital presence as a basis for discussion, this 60-minute presentation will encourage a vital conversation on ways to make the most of the potential that technology offers.
BIO:

Dmitri Logounov’s branding and marketing company, New Design Group, offers scalable high-level services to meet any client’s needs. He holds degrees in engineering and business.

David Clarke is Coordinator of Communications and Training with Durham Mental Health Services. He has worked in community mental health for over 20 years as a case worker, a program supervisor, and now in his current role.

 

Title:

C5: SAFEWARDS: A MODEL OF CARE
Author:

Mark Veenstra and Elizabeth Evans
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

Safewards is an evidence based model of care designed to decrease conflict and containment within psychiatric wards (Bowers 2014). Safewards identifies that conflict and containment are in a dynamic reciprocal relationship. This Model of Care provides us with proactive means to prevent and manage negative events on our forensic mental health units.
BIOS:

Tamara Dube is a Registered Practical Nurse at the NBRHC. Tamara’s passion for the staff, patient and family experience of care has led her on a twenty seven year journey leading to her current role, facilitating the collaboration of patients and staff in the prevention and management of safety occurrence.

Carly Whitmore is a Registered Nurse and Nurse Educator at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. Her clinical experience has been within forensic psychiatry where she was responsible for implementing the Safewards Model in 2015.

Julia Duzdevic RN at Centre for Addiction and Mental Health has had a successful twenty year clinical career in Forensic psychiatry. In May 2016 Julia advanced to her current role as CAMH Safewards implementation coordinator. Pulling from frontline and lived experience as family member has enabled Julia to connect and implement the Safewards model onto 3 forensic units at CAMH.

 

Title:

C6 - TREATMENT AND MENTAL HEALTH COURTS - 2 PRESENTATIONS

C6-1: TREATMENT COURTS: WALKING THE PATH TO HEALTH, WELLNESS AND JUSTICE
Theme:  Justice System - Treatment Courts
Author:  Neha Chugh

Abstract:

Treatment Courts in Canada, such as Drug Treatment Court, Mental Health Court and Gladue Courts take a systems and wellness approach to the goals and purposes of the Canadian Criminal Code. Treatment Courts view the accused and his/her behaviour in a holistic manner and develop individualized strategies in order to put the accused on the path to wellness. In Eastern Ontario, treatment courts have flourished in the Ottawa Ontario Court of Justice, and now smaller jurisdictions such as Perth, Brockville, and Cornwall are seeing the implementation of these Courts. This presentation will speak to the experiences of the professionals within the Court system and their views of how the treatment model differs from the traditional model of the justice system.
BIOS:

Neha Chugh is a criminal defence lawyer in Cornwall, Ontario. She has a Bachelors of Social Work, a Masters in Social Planning and a Juris Doctorate from Osgoode Hall Law School. She is the principle lawyer at Chugh Law Professional Corporation and in 2016 was named the Mental Health Champion for the East Region by the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Title:

C6-2: MENTAL HEALTH COURTS IN ONTARIO
Author:

Seble Makonnen
Theme:

Mental Health Courts

Abstract:

Mental health courts in Ontario are not specifically regulated in their operation, and they do not have a standardized process for operation across the Province. They have therefore been operating on an ad hoc basis. With increasing attention from many government bodies on the importance of addressing mental health issues, the Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC) initiated a project to examine the existence of mental health courts in Ontario. Following the completion of the project, the first ever Mental Health Court Forum was held in April 2017. This presentation will cover the findings from the Mental Health Court Project, as well as share the lessons learned from the Mental Health Court Forum.
BIO:

Seble Makonnen is a policy analyst and justice lead with Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario. Seble is also the Policy Advisory to the Provincial HSJCC and is a member of the HSJCC Secretariat. Prior to joining CMHA Ontario Seble worked as a criminal defence lawyer, both as Duty Counsel, and in private practice.

 

Title:

C7: OIPRD SYMPOSIUM ON MENTAL HEALTH, RACE, POLICY AND INTERACTIONS WITH PEOPLE IN CRISIS
Author:

Akwasi Owusu-Bempah, Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Jennifer Chambers, Executive Director, Empowerment Council, Dr. Akua Benjamin, Professor, University of Ryerson and Inspector Chris Boddy, Toronto Police Services 
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

Between 1990 and December 2016, it is estimated that 142 people were fatally shot in interactions with the police in Ontario.  A disproportionate number of these people were from the Black community, racialized communities and/or living with mental health issues.  This panel of experts on race, mental health and policing will examine and discuss the relationship between the police and these communities.  They will explore the critical issues and relationships between the mental health system and policing, the mental health system and race and policing.  More specifically, the panel will examine the training, resources and systems in place that guide police in their interactions with people in crisis, particularly members of the Black community, racialized communities and provide suggestions on how they could be improved.
BIOS:

TBA

 

 

 

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 21st 2017 AT 2:15pm - 3:15PM (6 Concurrent Sessions)

 

Title:

D1 - FAMILY SUPPORT AND HOPEFUL JOURNDAYS - 2 PRESENTATIONS

D1-1: FAMILY SUPPORT FOR PRISONERS WITH HEP C
Theme:  Family / People with Lived Experience
Authors:  Lindsay Jennings and Zachary Grant

Abstract:

PASAN was formed in 1991 as a grassroots response to HIV/AIDS in the Canadian prison system. PASAN strives to provide community development, education and support to prisoners and ex-prisoners on HIV/AIDS, Hep C and other harm reduction issues. This presentation will discuss a newly developed Hep C resource for family members. This resource outlines resources, community agencies, and "how to's", when dealing with a family member with Hep C, while they are incarcerated.
BIOS:

Lindsay Jennings is the Hep C (HCV) Provincial Coordinator

 

Zachary Grant is the Federal HCV Coordinator

 

A Indigenous HCV Coordinator as well as Persons with Lived Experience- Biographies to follow
Title:

D1-2: HOPEful JOURNEYS: BENEFITS OF NON-JUDGEMENTAL PEER SUPPORT
Author:

Leanne Lewis and Alison Williams
Theme:

Family / People with Lived Experience

Abstract:

HOPE encourages a realistic, positive, and future-focused approach to tackling parenting issues. This approach is built on a belief that all people (parents, guardians, and their young people) are resourceful, resilient, and capable of learning and change. When those strengths are put into action, and reinforced with HOPE’s non-judgmental peer support, many HOPE members experience positive change in their personal well-being and their family dynamics.
BIO:

Leanne Lewis is a community volunteer with a primary interest in at - risk youth and their families, and youth mental health. Leanne currently serves as President of Helping Other Parents Everywhere (HOPE), a growing network of support and self-help groups for parents and guardians who are troubled by behaviours of a teen or adult child in their life. Leanne is past Board Chair of the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA) and continues to serve on CCSA's Board Alumni Committee. She also has volunteer experience in youth restorative justice including service with Peacebuilders and Operation Springboard.

Alison Williams serves as Treasurer of Helping Other Parents Everywhere (HOPE).

 

Title:

D2 -TREATING MENTALLY DISORDERED OFFENDERS AND FORENSIC INTENSIVE RECOVERY SUPPORT TEAM - 2 PRESENTATIONS

D2-1: TREATING MENTALLY DISORDERED OFFENDERS: THE IMPORTANCE OF CRIMINOGENIC NEEDS
Theme:  Forensic
Author:  Drew A. Kingston

Abstract:

Interventions with MDOs typically target mental health as the means with which to reduce criminal recidivism. However, evidence suggest that this approach may not be consistent with current best practices, at least for the majority of offenders. Results from a series of prospective longitudinal studies were conducted with a large sample of MDOs which were formulated around pertinent hypotheses regarding best practices. The risk relevance of common treatment targets are presented as are the relationship between within-treatment change and violent and general recidivism in this group.
BIOS:

Dr. Kingston is a registered psychologist in the province of Ontario and is currently the senior psychologist and the Director of Groups and Program Evaluation at the St. Lawrence Valley Correctional and Treatment Centre, a secure treatment unit for incarcerated mentally disordered offenders.
Title:

 D2-2: FORENSIC INTENSIVE RECOVERY SUPPORT TEAM: DEVELOPMENT AND SUCCESSES
Author:

Tom Dobson, Robbie Konecki, Lori McGuire and Richard Robins
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

FIRST at The Royal provides intensive outpatient services for forensic clients. This presentation will provide an overview of FIRST services and the issues that led to its creation. This will be followed by preliminary outcome and descriptive data, and several case studies to highlight how the program operates and the successes.
BIOS:

Tom Dobson has worked in Mental Health and substance use field for the past 29 years and is currently the Manager of outpatient Forensics services at the Royal Ottawa Hospital.

Robbie Konecki, M.Ed, Program Evaluation Coordinator. Robbie obtained his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Carleton University, and graduate degree in Counselling from the University of Ottawa. As a Program Evaluation Coordinator at The Royal, he values collaboration and client-centred practice. He practices clinically as a counsellor/psychotherapist at Carleton University, where he also coordinates program evaluation.

Lori McGuire has worked in Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services for 7 years. Currently the Registered Vocational Therapist for the FORENSIC FIRST team at the Royal, she is dedicated to assisting NCR clients achieve their volunteer/vocational/employment/community re-integration goals.

Richard Robins has dedicated 14 years of his Social Work career to the Forensic Treatment Unit both in Brockville and Ottawa. He has worked within the inpatient and outpatient departments. In Richard’s current role as Transitional Case Manager, he prides himself on providing a client centered recovery focused approach to client care.

 

Title:

D3 - DUAL DIAGNOSIS & CREATING FORENSIC CAPACITY - 2 PRESENTATIONS

D3-1: DUAL DIAGNOSIS AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: A COLLABORATiIVE APPROACH
Theme:  Dual Diagnosis
Authors:  Samantha Stromski and Allison Hibbett

Abstract:

Bethesda’s Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Management Program (DDJCM) can be a point of access to connect individuals with a dual diagnosis to community based services when transitioning out of the Criminal Justice System. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the DDJCM program, an examination of the service gaps, as well as potential solutions to these barriers when supporting this population. Recommendations will focus on the importance of community collaboration when developing a person- centered plan that promotes the development of meaningful connections within the community for those with dual diagnosis.
BIOS: Allison Hibbett has a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Family Mediation. Allison has experience in housing and mental health and how they intersect with the justice system. Allison has worked with the Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Management Program with Bethesda for two years and continues to remain involved with Canadian Mental Health Association working in Social Recreation and Rehabilitation Programing.

Samantha Stromski is a Master’s graduate from Brock University with a particular focus on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in the Criminal Justice System. Samantha has been involved with the Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Management Program with Bethesda for two years, participating in many community based committees.
Title:

D3-2: CREATING FORENSIC CAPACITY WITHIN THE COMMUNITY: THE CREATION OF THE JUSTICE COORDINATOR
Author:

Rhona Zitney and Jon Berges
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

A number of situation and service resolution tables exist across Toronto, and while they effectively address their specific areas of focus, few work across sectors. There is a sense that issues faced by individuals with complex service needs may be going unaddressed, particularly when the justice system is involved. The Toronto HSJCC partnered with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health’s Provincial System Support Program to develop a one year pilot project of a Justice Coordinator position. During this year, the Justice Coordinator is bringing expertise that spans different service sectors to existing tables to help them develop more appropriate support options for clients. The Coordinator is also identifying relevant policy issues and recommending potential solutions to systemic problems. This presentation will discuss how the Justice Coordinator role has enhanced and complemented existing tables and systems in Toronto, while outlining potential areas of interest for other regions facing similar challenges.
BIO:

Rhona Zitney, M.A., H.S.C. has worked as a Mental Health Court Support Worker at Old City Hall Court House for the past 12 years, 15 months of which were spent as the interim manager of the Mental Health Court Support Services at CRCT (now Fred Victor). Prior to her tenure in Mental Health Court, Rhona spent four years as a Bail Supervisor at the Toronto Bail program. She earned a Masters Degree in Sociology from York University where her studies focused on the critical analysis of both the legal and psychiatric systems and also has a Human Service Counselling Diploma from George Brown College. Rhona co-facilitates a Life Skills Group she created in collaboration with the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and is Board Chair of 416 Community Support for Women.

Jonathan Berges has been a Regional Implementation Coach in the Provincial Systems Support Program (PSSP) at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) for the past 4 years. In that time he has worked with multi-disciplinary teams, communities, organizations and service users to sustainably implement interventions that address issues of access, transition and collaboration for child, youth and families living with mental health, addictions and justice related issues. These projects have included the development of a region wide service resolution process for youth and families that integrates traditional and non-traditional service providers, the development of a Women’s Justice Access Project at a 24 hour drop-in centre, the launch of a multi-service support hub for men recently discharged from the Toronto South Detention Centre and the creation of a youth mental wellness series at a local Toronto youth drop-in. Drawing upon 15 plus years of experience in the mental health, development, housing, justice and addiction sector, Jonathan has worked with systems and service providers to make meaningful change for youth and adults, in a way that is sustainable, collaborative and inclusive.

 

Title:

D4 -ACHIEVING WELLNESS IN YOUTH JUSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC RECREATION - 2 PRESENTATIONS

D4-1: ACHIEVING WELLNESS IN YOUTH JUSTICE SERVICES
Theme:  Youth Justice Mental Health Programs
Author:  Brian Smegal and Team (TBA)

Abstract:

Wellness is protective factor for our youth who enter the youth justice system. The youth justice system offers a continuum of services from beginning to end which supports our youth and is reflective of their individual needs.
BIOS:

Brian Smegal and Team (TBA)

Title:

D4-2: THERAPEUTIC RECREATION IN FORENSIC MENTAL HEALTH
Author:

Nicole Heerema and Mark Kozyra
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

An informative presentation on Therapeutic Recreation, and its role in the Forensic Mental Health system. This presentation will describe Therapeutic Recreation, the Forensic Mental Health system, the
patient population, promoting healthy leisure activities, and the process of community reintegration.
BIOS:

Nicole Heerema graduated from the Recreation Therapy program, at Confederation College, in 2016. She was then hired as a Recreation Therapist to the Forensic Mental Health unit, at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, later that year.

 

Mark Kozyra graduated from the Recreation and Leisure program at Confederation College in 2003. He gained two years of experience working at the Lakehead Psychiatric Hospital, in Thunder Bay. Mark then moved to the Forensic Mental Health unit, at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in 2005.


Title:

D5 -FORENSIC MANAGEMENT TEAMS AND INTERAI  - 2 PRESENTATIONS

D5-1: COMPARING TWO FORENSIC RISK MANAGEMENT TOOLS AT THE ROYAL
Theme:  Forensic
Authors:  Lindsay Healey

Abstract:

The results from an evaluation of two dynamic risk management tools used in the same forensic program are discussed. The value of the tools for detecting patients with adverse outcomes will be addressed and challenges with implementation and evaluation with routine, clinical risk assessment/management will be explored.
BIOS:

Lindsay Healey has been a Research Assistant in the Forensic Program of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group since April 2014. She recently began an MA in Forensic Psychology at Carleton University where she is examining the social networks of outpatients deemed NCRMD under the supervision of Dr. Michael Seto.
Title:

D5-2: inteRAI BRIEF MENTAL HEALTH SCREENER (BMHS)
Author:

Dr. Ron Hoffman and Daniel Pearson Hirdes
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

The presentation will focus on the development and use of the interRAI Brief Mental Health Screener (BMHS), a mental health screening system for frontline police officers and community mental health care service providers. Real world examples will demonstrate how algorithms embedded in the BMHS support police officer decision-making and how the BMHS can be applied to facilitate better inter-agency collaboration and ultimately a more seamless mental health care and support system.
BIO:

Dr. Ron Hoffman is Assistant Professor in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Nipissing University. He is co-author of the interRAI Brief Mental Health Screener (BMHS), an instrument designed to enhance the ability of frontline police officers to identify and respond to persons with serious mental health disorders.

Daniel Pearson Hirdes is a Masters student in the eHealth program at McMaster University in Hamilton.


Title:

D6: MORAL RECONATION THERAPY - ESCAPING YOUR PRISON
Author:

Kendra Nemeth and Jen Reid
Theme:

Forensic

Abstract:

Morall Reconation Therapy is a systematic method designed to promote positive self image and identity, help clients learn positive social behaviours and beliefs, and begin to make their decisions from higher levels of moral judgement.
BIOS:

Kendra Nemeth: Team Lead and MRT facilitator, Canadian Mental Health Association Niagara Branch

Jen Reid: Justice Community Support Worker and MRT facilitator, Canadian Mental Health Association Niagara Branch

Title:

D7-DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS IN THE JUSTICE SYSTEM
Theme:  Dual Diagnosis
Authors:  Lisa Holmes and Panel (TBA)

Abstract:

Developmental Disability Awareness in the Criminal Justice System is a project funded by the Interministerial Human Service and Justice Coordination Committee. The purpose is to address the knowledge and skill gaps that have been identified by service recipients and service providers regarding developmental disabilities and dual diagnosis within the youth and adult justice sectors. The presentation will feature the launch of new resources for professionals working in the justice system which will help them to be more aware of the special needs of this population, as well as provide tools to assist them in working with individuals who have a developmental disability. There will also be opportunity to hear from and ask questions of a panel who have been involved in a pilot to test these new resources.
BIOS:

Lisa Holmes is the Manager for the Eastern Region Community Network of Specialized Care and is based out of the Network’s Co-Lead agency, Ongwanada, in Kingston, Ontario. Lisa has a Bachelor of Journalism and Law degree from Carleton University in Ottawa and a Master's Certificate in Healthcare Management from the Sprott School of Business. Lisa has worked in the developmental service sector since joining Ongwanada in 2003 as the Communications Coordinator and has held her current position of Network Manager since 2006.