The CAMH Emergency Department has moved to CAMH Queen Street as of November 26, 2020.
- Intended For
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Adults age 16 + in need of emergency psychiatric assessment and treatment with mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Additional Referral Details
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No referral required. Patients may be accompanied by family or significant other and may be referred by various community services, including family doctors, community psychiatrists, and mental health agencies, police, and other social service providers.
If a patient is referred, any information that can be provided by the referring source is appreciated.
- Location:
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Queen Street site - 1051 Queen Street West
- Hours of Operation:
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24 hours and 7 days per week
- Contact Phone Number:
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416 535-8501 ext. 33296
- More Contact Details:
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416 979-6885 | The Emergency Department does not provide crisis counseling or general information over the phone. For emergencies, please call TeleHealth at 1 866-797-0000 and TTY at 1 800 387-5559; call 911; or proceed to your nearest emergency room.
Types of Treatment and Services Offered
- 24-hour/7 days per week emergency assessment and treatment for adults with mental health and substance use issues.
- Extended observation, assessment, and treatment services to adults assessed in the Emergency Service or those who are awaiting an inpatient bed.
- Works collaboratively with other hospital emergency and community mental health services to achieve patient-centered care.
Program Overview
CAMH's 24/7 Psychiatric Emergency Department is located in the Crisis & Critical Care Building at 1051 Queen Street West.
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