Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Services (DDMHS) - Burnaby
Child Services, Disability Services, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, Mental Health - Child & Youth, and Youth Services
Provided by Fraser Health
Provides specialized mental health community services for ages 12 and over who live with co-existing intellectual disabilities and a mental illness.
Based on an individual’s assessment, a specialized team of mental health care professionals will offer the services and supports that best suit the individual’s needs. They serve people who:
- Are 12 years or older
- Have a diagnosed intellectual disability (IQ of 70 and below)
- Are experiencing mental health concerns and/or complex, challenging behaviours
- Live in the Fraser Health or Vancouver Coastal Health regions
Services:
- Psychiatric assessment and treatment
- Behavioural services
- Counselling services
- Education and Group services
- Consultation services
To access these services: Access to services depends on the age of the person needing help. All referrals to DDMHS require a recent physical examination and approval by the individual’s family doctor or nurse practitioner. The main service provided is psychiatry. Expect us to ask for the following:
- A completed referral form
- A copy of a recent physical exam
- Approval from the family doctor or nurse practitioner
- A copy of a completed psychological report
For people 19 or older, any of these people can request services:
- Persons with intellectual disabilities
- Families, caregivers or other support persons
- Community Living BC staff
- Family doctors or nurse practitioners
- Health professionals in hospitals and mental health centers
For youth 12 to 18 years of age, the request must come through the Child and Youth with Support Needs Program (CYSN) in the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). The youth team is funded by MCFD.
The Burnaby location services the following cities: Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond, Tri Cities, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, North Shore to Pemberton, and Sunshine Coast to Powell River.
604-918-7540
Website: https://www.fraserhealth.ca/health...
#L50, 4946 Canada Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 4H7
For referrals for those living in Burnaby, New Westminster, Ladner, Tsawwassen, Vancouver, Richmond, Tri Cities, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows, North Shore to Pemberton, and Sunshine Coast to Powell River.
Cost: No cost
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Fraser Health:
Just the closest matches listed. Click to see more!- Fraser Health Mental Health Crisis Line - 24/7 emotional support
- Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) - Burnaby (Metrotown)
- Early Psychosis Intervention Program (EPI) - Fraser Health
Availability
Service area: Vancouver Coastal Health Area, Fraser Health Area + show cities
Service Types Provided
Disability Services
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Mental Health - Child & Youth
Ways to Access
- Provided at multiple locations
The listing of this service in Pathways is not a recommendation or endorsement by Pathways.