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Forensic Services | Southern | Te Whatu Ora
Court Liaison Service
- Programme Areas
Mental health
- Programme Type
Forensic
- Regions
Waitaki,
Central Lakes,
Southland,
Dunedin - South Otago
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral,
GP,
DHB clinical services,
Corrections
Description
The service provides:
- Initial informal Court reports that include mental state examination and risk assessment.
- Support / guidance on relevant legislation.
- Provide recommendations to the Courts.
- Arrange formal Court reports with the Forensic Psychiatrist.
- Treatment and follow up in conjunction with Forensic Psychiatrist.
- Support and education to clients and family/whānau.
- Cultural input/consultation.
- Provide liaison, support and education for clients and staff within the Justice system.
- Liaison and referrals to other agencies, if appropriate, Eg:
- Child and Family Therapy Service
- Alcohol and Drug Service
- Psychological counselling
- Liaison with Prison Liaison Nurse for sentenced/remand inmates who require support.
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