CAMH to open one-of-a-kind forensic unit for women in Ontario

For Immediate Release (TORONTO) - On January 19, 2007 at 10:00 a.m., the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto will be opening the Women's Medium Secure Forensic Unit-- the only gender-specific unit of its kind in Ontario.

The Honourable George Smitherman, Ontario's Minister of Health and Long-Term Care will be addressing a number of special guests at the opening ceremonies, followed by a tour of the unique features of the new women's unit. The media are invited to attend.

Part of CAMH's Law and Mental Health Program, this unique 6-bed unit has been specially designed and staffed to treat women with serious mental illness who are under the purview of the Ontario Review Board and require specialized care and rehabilitation.

Date: Friday, January 19, 2007

Time: 10:00a.m.

Location: 1001 Queen Street West, Unit 2

Please confirm attendance by contacting Michael TorresMedia Relations Coordinator, CAMH at (416) 595-6015 or email michael_torres@camh.net

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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is one of the largest addiction and mental health organizations in North America and Canada's leading mental health and addiction teaching hospital. CAMH is a Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization Collaborating Centre, and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. CAMH combines clinical care, research, policy, education and health promotion to improve the lives of people impacted by mental health and addiction issues.