Compeer | Far West Center

Provides an "intentional friendship" program that matches adults recovering from mental illness with volunteers who offer support and friendship. Support is offered through face-to-face contacts and/or by phone. Matches adult volunteers who do not have a mental illness with severely mentally ill clients. Participants and volunteers also take part in social-recreational group activities, health and wellness activities, and general socialization for the purpose of friendship.

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211 Cleveland

Physical Address

29133 Health Campus Dr., Westlake, OH 44145

Hours

Arranged mutual convenience by the volunteer and the client, averaging 1 hour a week. At least three group recreational events are scheduled per month, usually afternoons or early evenings.

Fax

(440) 835-6231

Application process

Referral must be made by health care provider. Phone for information M-F: 8:30am-5:00pm or by email.

Fee

Mainly a free service, with minimal fees sometimes required for various community events.

Eligibility

Adults 18 or older who are recovering from mental illness.

Service area

United States

Agency info

Far West Center

Provides a variety of outpatient mental health services, including assessment, individual and group counseling, psychiatric care and case management for adults, older adolescents, and families with severe mental illness. Offers specialized recovery programs to complement clinical care for building effective skills for healthy living and self-sufficiency, and resiliency. Also provides community outreach, presentations for community groups, Mental Health First Aid trainng for groups and organizations.