Content warning: mental health crisis and suicidal ideation
Finn came to YESS in severe mental health crisis. Unable to regulate their suicidal ideation and outward behaviours, Finn couldn’t stay at home.
When Finn came to YESS, we supported their mental health needs with our Wellness Integration Team, safety planning, and mental health first aid. We also had conversations with their parents on what supports they would need for Finn to be able to return home.
With the stability provided at YESS, Finn was able to break to cycle of sleeping rough. From that foundation, we worked with Finn on medication support, curfew support, communication, and life skills development.
Through all this work, Finn was able to return home to their family. The positive foundation built at YESS means Finn’s family was more prepared to support them, and Finn continues to go to therapy and access community resources.