Access - Referrals to Mental Health & Substance Use Services

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Intake services provide a point of entry for all adult Mental Health and Substance Use services in your community. Areas with central intake may also have other entry points so that services can be easily accessed in multiple ways.

Intake methods may vary from community to community, contact your local office if you need assistance, someone will be happy to help you.

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