Referrals come from a variety of sources including self-referrals. Referrals are from the New Westminster Mental Health Centre. Based on the Barnabas House Model this four-bedroom house located in Maple Ridge provides a supportive environment for individuals who are in the process of recovering from severe and chronic mental illness. Referrals are from the Maple Ridge Mental Health Centre. This is a group that meets up to six times a month for workshops, cultural events or recreational activities.
New participants are always welcome.
The group is always looking or new contributors and volunteers to help them with typing, editing and desktop publishing. The volunteer and participant go out on recreational activities together. These activities may include outings to cultural events, athletic activities, special events or movies. This program employs consumers to provide support and life-skills training to other consumers on their road to recovery. Interested participants will receive training and practicum experience.