Clinical Guidelines

Caring for residents and their mental health is often challenging.  CCSMH has developed best practice guidelines on the assessment and management of mental health issues to support health care professionals when working with older adults in community care facilities.

Access the guidelines

The Assessment and Treatment of Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care (Focus on Mood and Behaviour) – 2014 Update

The Assessment and Treatment of Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care (Focus on Mood and Behaviour) – 2006

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