Friends and Advocates Peel
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Record #:
CWL0998
Last Modified:
21 Jun 2024
Last Full Update:
19 Jun 2024
Phone
| Office Phone | 905-452-1002 |
| Fax | 905-452-1036 |
| After Hours Phone | 905-278-9036 Mobile Crisis of Peel |
Address/Location Info
| Address | 239 Queen St E, Unit 6 Brampton, ON L6W 2B6 View Google Map |
| Located In Community | Brampton |
| Intersection | Kennedy Rd S and Queen St E |
| Transit Information | Brampton Transit: Route 7 Brampton Transit 905-874-2999 * www.brampton.ca/transit/home.tml |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
Description/Eligibility/Service Details
| Description | A Community adult mental health organization providing social rehabilitation services; offering services for those who can attend activities in at least one of four service areas Currently activities are offered online via Zoom, Facebook, Instagram and in person. Updates are also posted on our Facebook and Instagram Variety of support services provided to those who have experienced, and are recovering from mental/emotional distress which has led to social isolation. Provides members with opportunities to develop strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills Activities include: consumer governance model, discussion groups and social opportunities training in leadership, presentation, and theatre company programs lifestyle counselling (motivational and light support) Transportation subsidies are provided for some activities (2 a month) Main office in Brampton, 4 service areas: Brampton, Dufferin (Orangeville), North Etobicoke and Mississauga Designated the Consumer Survivor Initiative Lead for Home and Community Care Support Services Central West The Consumer-Survivor Network operates out of this office. It is a newly revised opportunity for F&A members and the community in all areas, to participate in group peer support. Coming together on Zoom or in-person to focus on recovery and discuss the many issues peers face living day to day with mental health, addiction and substance challenges |
| Hours | Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm * Activities: Days, Evenings and Weekends |
| Areas Served | Dufferin County ; Etobicoke North ; Peel Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up Individuals 16 years and up. Those who have experienced or are experiencing mental/emotional distress which has led to social isolation |
| Application | Self referral is encouraged; contact Nadine Baloy 905-452-1002 |
| Fees | Membership - free ; Program - there may be a cost for an individual event, however costs are kept low; most events are free |
| Languages | English |
Contact Information
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/friendsandadvocates/ Twitter: twitter.com/fa_peel Website: www.fapeel.org |
| contact@fapeel.org | |
| Website | www.fapeel.org |
| Primary Contact | Carrie Andrews, Member Services Coordinator and Office Manager; Email: candrews@fapeel.org |
| Alternate Contact | Nadine Baloy, Intake and Support Coordinator; Email: nbaloy@fapeel.org |
| Primary Executive | Scott M Brooker, Chief Executive Officer; Email: sbrooker@fapeel.org |
Other Info
| Alternate Name | F & A |
| Established | 1 Sep 1986 |
| Elections | Annually in June |
| Funding | Provincial |
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
Subjects
| CDRCP_CSI_HEADINGS | Mental Health |
| Subjects | Counselling ; Crisis intervention ; Mental health ; Mental health services ; Recreational activities ; Support groups ; Volunteer opportunities |
| Service Categories | Crisis Intervention ; Mental Health Related Support Groups ; Psychiatric Disorder Counselling ; Stress Management |