Friends and Family at CMHC
Friends and family are an important part of recovery for people living with mental illness. We at CMHC value the contributions that friends and family offer, and CMHC wants to support friends and family.What does CMHC offer to friends and family?
Friends and Family monthly events – On the 2nd Thursday of the month, CMHC holds a dinner and a talk from 5-7pm in the Dr. María Elena Oliva Conference Room (W-212) at 34 Park Street. These events are open to the public, with a kids’ activity room available, and sign language interpreters on site as well. Some of our past event topics have included:
- Medications 101
- Navigating the Mental Health System
- Self-care for Family and Friends
- What is Recovery?
Family Resource Packet – Click the links below to access resources including:
- A list of books for family and friends
- A description of the recovery planning process
- A brief description of CMHC
Individual support around navigating the mental health system – We are happy to meet with you to provide general support around how to navigate the system and provide resources.
We are always looking for new ideas and ways to support friends and family members – please don’t hesitate to be in touch.
Questions/More Information: Rebecca Miller (203-974-7350) or Ann Joy (203-974-7874).
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CMHC Foundation
34 Park Street, Suite 144
New Haven, CT 06519
203-974-7073 (Office)
203-974-7719 (Fax)
Kyle Pedersen, MAR, Director
Khalilah Boyke, Office Assistant
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