ISSP

(Intensive Services for Students Program)

Who is This Service For? 

• Children and youth with significant mental health needs (i.e. social, emotional or behavioural challenges)

• Families are also involved

Who Can Make a Referral? 

• Elementary school principals

• Secondary school principals

• Community organizations in collaboration with the school 

How is a Referral Made? 

• Call New Path Intake Department at 705-725-7656 or, from the 905 area code in Simcoe County, call 1-866-566-7656                                                                                      
• Complete a telephone interview with an intake worker

What are the Services?  

• Consultation in schools

• Classroom management strategies
  

• In-school, in-home and community programs

• Individual and family counselling

• Service co-ordination with other agencies

• Consultation with a multi-disciplinary navigation team
  

• Presentations

• Links to community services e.g. parenting, recreation programs

Where is the Service Located? 

     Orillia - Grades 1 to 8

     Collingwood - Grades 6 to 9

     Alliston - Grades 1 to 8

Is There a Cost for this Service? 

No, this service is funded by the Ministry of Children & Youth Services