Improved mental-health, addictions services available to Surrey youth

Young people struggling with mental-health and addiction challenges and their families now have easier access to a range of services under one roof as several programs relocate to a new facility.

Located at 101-7635 King George Blvd., the new facility is open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. It includes nurses, allied health professionals, dietitians, physicians, psychiatrists and administrative staff. Grouping these services in one location means young people can receive a spectrum of support for the challenges they are facing and stay connected to care when they need it.

“The challenges faced by young people are increasingly complex, and there are still barriers for them accessing the care they need,” said Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. “The care teams at this new facility provide a continuum of community-based services all in one spot, so that young people can receive seamless, co-ordinated care and feel supported throughout their journey.”

Programs relocating to the new facility include specialist services to support young people and their families affected by eating disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, serious mental-health challenges and addictions. The Fraser South Short Term Assessment Response Team (START) also provides assessment and interventions for youth experiencing a mental-health or substance-use crisis. There is also an infant clinic that provides assessments and treatment for families with children up to age five.

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Author: SurreyLIP