PUBLIC FORUM: Involuntary Treatment of family members needing mental care.

2011 Nami Walk in Kirkland

A FREE EDUCATIONAL FORUM OPEN TO PUBLIC

"THE INVOLUNTARY TREATMENT ACT PROCESS

BY DESIGNATED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS"

Guest: JoEllen Watson, LICSW, PH. D

Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2011, 7 PM - 9 PM

 Evergreen Hospital, Suite Tan 100 - Directions

12303 NE 130th Lane

Kirkland, WA 98034

JoEllen Watson, Ph. D. is the Coordinator of King County’s Crisis & Commitment Services. She has worked in emergency services at Harborview and Swedish Medical Centers. As a "Designated Mental Health Professional" (DMHP), Dr. Watson is involved in making the decision as to whether or not a person should be involuntarily committed, voluntarily hospitalized or other less restrictive alternatives. In this presentation she will talk about: the Involuntary Treatment Act process, role of the DHMP, current board crisis and the increase in detention rates in the last few years.

This is your opportunity to learn more about the system.
Join us! This event is FREE and open to EVERYONE!
PHONE: 425-885-NAMI (6264)

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