Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa

Livius Sherwood Observation and Detention Unit
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Record #: OCR2103 Last Modified: 15 May 2013 Last Full Update: 05 Apr 2012
Description and Services
HoursMon-Sun 24 hours
DatesYear-round
DescriptionShort-term structured program for males (at the time of offense), who have been detained by a court order or ordered to serve a disposition of open custody. 
 
A plan of care is developed for each client, and includes: regular schooling within the unit * life skills training * assessment of skills and strengths * counselling * case conferences to determine planning for discharge. Clients also participate in a social skills and street proofing program which includes sessions on addictions * sexuality * self-esteem * anger management * job search * sexually transmitted diseases and goal setting. 
 
Semi-secure residence. It has two purposes: 
 
* Open Custody Facility, for youth ordered to serve a disposition under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. 
* Place of detention, for youth temporarily detained by the court.
EligibilityAges: 12 year(s) - 18 year(s) 
 
Males age 12 to 18 years old (at the time of offense)
ApplicationClients are referred to the unit by the courts, probation officers, the police or other observation and detention units.
FeesNone
Languages of ServiceEnglish ; French - Designated Agency under the French Language Act
Areas ServedOttawa (City of)
Contact Information
Office Phone613-523-5812 * 24-hour service
Fax613-523-7679
E-mailsherwood@ysb.on.ca
Websitewww.ysb.on.ca
Primary ContactBill Fenn, Coordinator
Alternate ContactGord Boyd, Director; Phone: 613-729-1000
Primary ExecutiveJoanne Lowe, Executive Director; Phone: 613-729-1000; Email: jlowe@ysb.on.ca
Alternate ExecutiveJane Fjeld, Associate Executive Director; Email: jfjeld@ysb.on.ca
Names
Alternate NameYSB
Location & Accessibility
Located In CommunityOttawa
Mailing Address2887 Riverside Dr 
Ottawa, ON K1V 8N4
AccessibilityNot Accessible
Other Details
SubjectsCharitable status ; Children ; Correctional facilities ; Counselling ; Detention centres ; Nonprofit organizations ; Young offenders ; Youth
AccreditationYes, by Children's Mental Health Ontario
ResourcesWebsite
Established1960; Program: 1985
ElectionsThe Board of Directors is elected.
FundingProvincial - Ministry of Children and Youth Services ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 108228545 RR0001