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Mental Health America of Lancaster County - Compeer Lancaster

245 Butler Avenue, Suite 204, Lancaster, PA 17601

Adults who are recovering from mental illness or veterans; Must have a referral from a mental health provider. No limitations or restrictions for volunteers.
Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
https://mhalancaster.org/compeer
[email protected]

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Services free of charge.

Lancaster, PA

Description

Matches volunteers in one-to-one relationships with adults who are recovering from mental illness. Their friendship provides structured opportunities for socialization which decreases loneliness and increases well being and confidence in the clients. Some opportunities include meeting for coffee, visiting local museums, going out to eat and taking walks together. Other volunteer opportunities include making a 15 minute phone call each week to an individual waiting for one-to-one friend. Program is also available to veterans.

Providing organization

Mental Health America of Lancaster County

Provides education, advocacy and awareness services to individuals and families throughout Lancaster County for the promotion of optimal mental health. Offers personalized advocacy services for individuals (adults and children) with mental illness, along with hosting ongoing support groups covering a range of mental health challenges. Also hosts the Compeer program, which provides companionship to those with a mental illness.