Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Services (DDMHS) - Burnaby

Child Services, Disability Services, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, Mental Health - Child & Youth, and Youth Services

Provided by Fraser Health

Provides specialized mental health community services for ages 12 and over who live with co-existing intellectual disabilities and a mental illness.
Based on an individual’s assessment, a specialized team of mental health care professionals will offer the services and supports that best suit the individual’s needs. They serve people who:
  • Are 12 years or older
  • Have a diagnosed intellectual disability (IQ of 70 and below)
  • Are experiencing mental health concerns and/or complex, challenging behaviours
  • Live in the Fraser Health or Vancouver Coastal Health regions

Services:
  • Psychiatric assessment and treatment
  • Behavioural services
  • Counselling services
  • Education and Group services
  • Consultation services


To access these services: Access to services depends on the age of the person needing help. All referrals to DDMHS require a recent physical examination and approval by the individual’s family doctor or nurse practitioner. The main service provided is psychiatry. Expect us to ask for the following:
  • A completed referral form
  • A copy of a recent physical exam
  • Approval from the family doctor or nurse practitioner
  • A copy of a completed psychological report

For people 19 or older, any of these people can request services:
  • Persons with intellectual disabilities
  • Families, caregivers or other support persons
  • Community Living BC staff
  • Family doctors or nurse practitioners
  • Health professionals in hospitals and mental health centers

For youth 12 to 18 years of age, the request must come through the Child and Youth with Support Needs Program (CYSN) in the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). The youth team is funded by MCFD.


The Burnaby location services the following cities: Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond, Tri Cities, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, North Shore to Pemberton, and Sunshine Coast to Powell River.

604-918-7540

Website: https://www.fraserhealth.ca/health...

#L50, 4946 Canada Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 4H7

For referrals for those living in Burnaby, New Westminster, Ladner, Tsawwassen, Vancouver, Richmond, Tri Cities, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows, North Shore to Pemberton, and Sunshine Coast to Powell River.

Cost: No cost

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Availability

Service area: Vancouver Coastal Health Area, Fraser Health Area

Service Types Provided
Child Services
Disability Services
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Mental Health - Child & Youth
Youth Services
Ways to Access
  • Service provided at multiple locations

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