Program Reports EDUCATION/VOLUNTEER SERVICES 2009-2010 The Education/Volunteer Services Program is aimed at increasing community understanding of mental illness and issues impacting on mental health. In addition to community education it offers a unique opportunity for clients and the general public to be an integral part of CMHA through volunteer service and commitment.
Presentations and Workshops are provided on a variety of topics such as stress, depression, schizophrenia, myths of mental illness, suicide awareness and an overview of agency and community services. These presentations can be geared to professionals, family members or the general public.
Information and referral is a service to assist individuals in obtaining information on mental health or illnesses and support services appropriate to their needs.
Group Support includes the Family Mutual Support Group for family members who have attended the Family Education Series and the Suicide Mutual Support Group for individuals who have lost a loved one to death by suicide.
Program Statistics
Workshop participants 1500
Phone/walk-ins/email requests 298
Newsletter Distribution 500
Volunteers 42
Group participants 28
Total receiving Service 2368
Community Meetings 32
Workshops/presentations 47
Health Fairs/Event 6
Radio/TV interviews 11
Volunteer Service Hours
Board/Committee 800 Education/Direct Service 600 General/Clerical 1800
Total Volunteer Service Hours 3200
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