NISA (Northern Initiative for Social Action)

Organization Type: Community-based Organization

Priority Population(s) Served:

• 2SLGBTQIA+
• People who use drugs

City/Town: Sudbury

Health Region: Northern

HIV Specific: No

Substance Use Care: Yes

General Contact: 705-222-6472

Website: https://nisa.on.ca/

Mental Health Services Available: Peer Support Groups; Individual Peer Support; Mental Health & Addictions Program (MAPS); Older Adult Peer Support; Regional Warm Line (1-866-856-9276)

Additional Services Offered:

Eligibility Requirements: Services are free. For MAPS program, must be involved in the carceral system. For Older Adult Program, must be 55+.

How to make a referral? Self-Referrals accepted by calling or dropping-in. For MAPS program, referrals are only accepted from probation or parole officers. Orientations are scheduled on Tuesdays; individuals should call to have one scheduled.

Languages English & French

Language interpretation services available?

Virtual services?

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