Access to Care – The Refuge Fund

Key Activities 

 Therapy Sponsorship:

• Covering costs of counselling sessions for low-income and vulnerable individuals.
• Medical Subsidies:
  Funding psychiatric consultations and medications when needed.
• Emergency Crisis Support:
  Financial support for urgent care — including crisis de-escalation and hospital stays.
• Rehabilitation Support:
  Assistance for rehabilitation services addressing substance use disorders and complex trauma recovery.

Expected Outcomes

1. Reduced treatment gap for underserved populations.
2. Increased uptake of mental health services among those unable to afford care.
3. Improved clinical and functional outcomes for individuals in distress.