Addiction and Mental Health Services-KFLA
Addiction and Mental Health Services-KFLA (AMHS-KFLA) is a Canadian nonprofit organization (Business Registration Number 133455709RR0001) providing community-based mental health, addiction treatment, and housing support services. It operates primarily in the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (KFLA) region of southeastern Ontario, serving over 7,000 individuals annually.

Services

AMHS-KFLA delivers programs focused on psychosocial rehabilitation and harm reduction, including:

• Crisis intervention: A 24/7 mental health crisis line and mobile support[3].
• Addiction treatment: Outpatient programs, counseling, and harm reduction strategies for substance use and problem gambling[2][5].
• Housing support: Integrated residential programs with clinical treatment for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability[2].
• Court diversion: Advocacy and linkage to services for individuals with mental health or addiction concerns involved in minor offenses[2].
• Assertive Community Treatment: High-intensity, interprofessional care for severe mental health conditions[2].

History and Operations

Established as a registered charity, the organization employs over 250 staff across multiple locations in the KFLA region. Its services emphasize client-centered care, operating on principles of dignity, confidentiality, and accessibility[4]. AMHS-KFLA collaborates with regional health networks and community agencies to streamline care coordination through initiatives like AccessMHA, a centralized intake system for mental health and substance use services in eastern Ontario[3].

Governance

Leadership includes specialized roles such as Executive Director of Client Services and Executive Director of Operations, overseeing case management, outreach, and clinical programming[2][4]. The organization prioritizes workplace diversity and inclusivity, with recruitment practices aimed at reflecting the communities it serves[4].

Programs such as the Family Resource Centre provide education and resources to families affected by mental health challenges, while its problem gambling treatment includes individual, family, and group counseling[5].