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ORGANIZATION: Compeer of Greater Buffalo

  • 74 people are interested

The friendship of a caring adult can make a big difference in the life of an adult or a child struggling for good mental health. If you are a good listener and are willing to give some of your time (about 1-2 hours a week) you have the qualities it takes to become a mentor. Many people are in need of a friendly voice of encouragement or a caring hand of support. These small contacts can go a long way to enrich a lonely life. Compeer matches volunteers with children and adults who are experiencing mental health problems. Share just one hour a week and make a friend you will never forget.

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About Compeer of Greater Buffalo

Location:

1179 Kenmore Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14217, US

Mission Statement

Promoting good mental health through meaningful friendships.

Description

Compeer Buffalo operates four core programs, each focusing on friendship and supportive relationships to encourage mental wellness. These include one-on-one volunteer mentoring, group mentoring social activities, school-based mentoring, and Mental Health Education (including the evidenced based curriculum for Mental Health First Aid). Volunteers become positive role models, help raise self-esteem, increase social and communication skills, and encourage independence for their Compeer friends. The relationship between volunteers and their friends encourages a sense of belonging, trust, respect, hope, support, and empowerment.

The Compeer model of one-to-one support is an evidenced based program that was recognized in 2007 by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - a branch of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - as an evidenced based program under the National Registry of Evidenced based Programs and Practices (NREPP).

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Erie CountyErie CountyBuffalo, NY 14209

(42.91379,-78.86374)
 

DATE POSTED

May 14, 2018

SKILLS

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