of
Chatham-Kent, Ontario
We are an affiliate of the Mood Disorders Association
of Ontario, a province wide network of over 50 Self-
Help groups for people living with an emotional
illness. We work to enhance the quality of life for
those living with an emotional illness through support,
information and advocacy.
What we do:
* We provide an environment where people with
emotional illness are treated with care and
compassion, respect and equality.
* We provide an opportunity to meet others facing
the same challenges and changes.
* We provide an opportunity to share emotional/
practical support and exchange information
* We provide an opportunity to meet on a regular,
ongoing basis at no cost.
* We provide an opportunity to participate in an
environment run by and for consumers.
* We provide an opportunity to develop confidence
and a sense of belonging.
* We provide an opportunity to see that, even with
emotional illness, you can lead a meaningful life.
* We are dedicated to fostering self-help in a peer-to-
peer model.
* We are dedicated to eliminating discrimination and
stigma.
* We are dedicated to working with community
partners.
* We are dedicated to advocating on behalf of people
with an emotional illness
Disclaimer:
* We are a self-help peer-to-peer support group, not
a treatment program
* We are Not mental health professionals; we do not
diagnose, prescribe or counsel.
* We Do Not, in any manner, attempt to replace
formal/professional treatment, although we may
work as a compliment to formal treatment.
