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CO-OP Directory
Welcome to the VOCAL
CO-OP Directory of Consumer-Operated Programs in Virginia. All programs in this
directory are designed, led, and governed by people who have been diagnosed with
mental illness.
About this Directory
Statewide Programs
Regional Programs
Central Virginia
Programs
Northern Virginia Programs
South & Southwest Virginia
Programs
Eastern Virginia Programs
Statewide Programs.
Statewide
Mindfreedom Virginia (forming)*
MindFreedom Virginia, in solidarity with MindFreedom International, is intent on
winning human rights for people who have been affected by the psychiatric
system. We are also working on bringing humane and caring alternatives to
hospitalization to Virginia.
http://mindfreedomvirginia.org/
Point Person: Paul Mancini
mancini65@earthlink.net
703-978-7150
10405 Headly Ct
Fairfax, Virginia 22032
Statewide
Recovery Innovations of Virginia*
RIVA provides recovery-based services, education and consultation. We
train and employ people in recovery to provide services to the mental health
field in a variety of roles. We also provide education and consultation on
recovery principles and their implementation within organizations.
900 Commonwealth Place, Suite 206, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, 757-361-0255
marym@recoveryinnovations.org
www.recoveryinnovations.org
CO-OP Point Person: Mary J. McQuown
Statewide
MHAV Warmline*
Number of consumers: 300
Mental Health America Virginia has a warm line where Virginians can call for information,
referral, and a supportive presence when they are starting out on their recovery
journey. 3212 Cutshaw Avenue, Suite 315
Richmond, Virginia 23230
http://www.anxietysupport.org
804-257-5591 or toll free at 1-866-400-6428 abil1996@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: Bonnie Neighbour
Statewide
Virginia Peer Support Coalition*
Number of consumers: 133
Virginia Peer Support Coalition brings together Virginia Peer Support providers
collaborating to meet the needs of the Commonwealth's Peer workforce. We ensure
Peer Support Services are effectively practiced and consumer-driven. 115
N. Jefferson Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220
http://vpsc.collectivex.com
804-687-2677 (for emergencies only)
isaturay2@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: Isata Turay
Regional Programs
Northwest Region
Northwest Peer Connect*
Number of consumers: 55-65
Northwest Peer Connect is a Peer Run group that meets in the Northwest Region of
Virginia to discuss the issues that affect the HPR-1 (Health Planning Region 1)
Mental Health Consumers. The group is currently meeting in 3 areas on a rotating
basis: Charlottesville, Fishersville and Culpeper.
Open to consumers from Winchester, Lynchburg, Harrisonburg, Staunton,
Charlottesville, Fisherville, Fredericksburg, Louisa, Culpeper. P.O. Box 2684
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 and the number is 540-435-7196 Fax 540-879-9127, ClydeFHoy@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: Clyde F. Hoy
Central
Virginia Region
Central Peer Connect*
Number of consumers: 50
Mental health consumers meeting together on a monthly basis for connection,
networking, and special programming. For consumers in Richmond, Chesterfield,
Hanover, Henrico, Petersburg, Farmville, Powhatan, Goochland, Amelia and
surrounding areas.
804-343-1777
yolande@vocalvirginia.org
CO-OP Point Person: Yolande Long
Northern Virginia
Arlington Recovery and Empowerment Center (AREC)*
Number of consumers: 15
Arlington Recovery and Empowerment Center will begin operation at a new site in
South Arlington this Spring. We conduct WRAP and Peer Support and Recovery
Groups at our local Clubhouse. We learn empowerment together and use
state-of-the-art technology to participate in the 21st Century networked
economy. We are friends able to help each other in this vital journey we call
recovery.
901 S. Highland St. 1st Floor
Arlington, Virginia 22204
rach202@verizon.net
CO-OP Point Person: Rachel H. Hermelin
Northern Virginia Mental Health Consumers Association
NVMHCA is an advocacy and support organization of people who are the current and
former recipients of mental health services and supports. We are advocates for
education and empowerment in the pursuit of recovery, for the availability of
adequate and appropriate services and supports for people in need of them, and
for the protection of our civil rights. Our goals are to empower people to enjoy
satisfying and productive lives in the community of their choice. Meets monthly.
Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church, 2001 Sherwood Hall Lane, off Route 1 in
Alexandria, VA, (in south Fairfax County)
703-360-1992
Central Virginia
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Richmond, Chesterfield,
Charlottesville, Harrisonburg
Charlottesville
On Our Own Charlottesville*
The mission of On Our Own is to provide mutual support, self-help, education,
information, and referral services to mental health consumers, and to provide a
model for positive change within the traditional mental health system. On Our
Own includes five main programs: the Drop-In Center, a collaborative support
services program in partnership with Region Ten CSB, a newly refocused
Transitional Housing Program, a Liaison Program with Western State Hospital, and
a program which assists individuals with serious mental health issues to procure
services.
onourown@cstone.net
http://avenue.org/onourown
P.O. Box 1066
123 4th St. NW
Charlottesville, VA 22902
434-979-2440 (Center)
CO-OP Point Person: Will Gallik
Chesterfield County
Friends for Recovery*
Number of Consumers: 42
Our program is a support group that is open to anyone with a mental illness. We
are recovery-based and have two meetings each month. We also have social
activities, a newsletter, and occasional guest speakers.
CO-OP Point Person: Carla, 804 743-3135
friends4recovery@comcast.net
4338 Laurel Oak Road
Richmond, Virginia 23237
Richmond
Mental Wellness Support Group*
Number of consumers: 10
The group is open to anyone ever diagnosed with any mental illness and
attendance is free. Our goal is to support the process of achieving greater
personal wellness. We are a mutual support group led at the request of the
consumer members by a mental health professional. We share our experiences about
our illnesses and treatments to use the information as learning opportunities
for our self and each other.
Phone: (804) 784-5181
CO-OP Point Person: Hugh McGuire
Harrisonburg
Journeys*
Numbers: 15 core members, 100 total
Journeys is a peer support group that meets weekly for 1 ˝ hours to discuss
issues central to the lives of it’s members. In existence for four years and
with a core of 15 individuals, we are the only support group for the mentally
ill in Harrisonburg. Over 100 individuals have sat in on at least one meeting.
540-271-4500
jotenasek@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: John Otenasek
Harrisonburg
Healing Ear*
Number of consumers: 150
A warm line called Healing Ear open to everyone who just needs someone to talk
to. We are not a crisis line.
1246 Goldfinch Dr. Apt E Harrisonburg VA. 22802
1-540-438-9205
hephum@verizon.net
CO-OP Point Person: Bobbie Hepner
Charlottesville
Recovery Connections (forming)*
We strive to inspire hope and transformation in all consumers on their recovery
journey. We are consumers meeting together with other consumers for empowerment,
leadership and support.
CO-OP Point Person: Myra Anderson
recoveryconnections@yahoo.com
Greater
Richmond
Recovery Resource & Support Information Link*
A multi-phase project to address an identified need for up-to-date pamphlets and
a directory of mental health services available to both mental health consumers
and health care providers in the greater Richmond area. For consumers,
information will be in the form of pamphlets and laminated cards with basic
consumer information. For providers, information will be in the form of a bound
booklet with a wider range of more detailed information. Later, a web site will
be created so that information for providers can be more easily kept up-to-date.
CO-OP Point Person: Patricia Fields, 804-909-4718
p.fields68@yahoo.com
Harrisonburg
Recovery Solutions of America (forming)*
Peer-run association dedicated to bringing long-term solutions to long-term
challenges.
2760 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA
Mikenewcomb74@yahoo.com, clydefhoy@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: Michael Newcomb
Northern Virginia
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Fairfax, Falls Church, Winchester, Reston,
Fredericksburg, Alexandria,
Williamsburg, Prince William
Alexandria, VA
Laurie Mitchell Employment Center*
Number of consumers: more than 200
A consumer-operated drop-in center whose mission is to support mental health
consumers in advancing along their chosen career path through education,
empowerment, networking and training. There are no restrictions regarding who we
serve. There are no referrals or documentation needed; no residence requirements
and no appointments are necessary. Since 1995, LMEC has been successfully
assisting mental health consumers in the metropolitan Washington, DC area to
obtain and maintain meaningful, gainful employment through computer training,
employment assistance, peer counseling and support.
6295 Edsall Road, Suite 175, Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 461-3886
info@lmec.org
www.lmec.org
CO-OP Point Person: Lisa Goodwin
Prince William County
Trillium Drop In Center (formerly
Prince William Drop-In Center) *
Number of Consumers: over 150
We offer a place where mental health consumers meet and socialize without fear
of stigma. We encourage recovery through socialization, activities, peer-lead
support groups and more. We have arts and crafts, TV, movies, exercise,
computers, sandwiches and snacks, and a place for relaxation and music. All
services are free.
13184 Centerpointe Way, Woodbridge, VA 22193
CO-OP Point Person: Cynthia Dudley
Phone number: 703.763.3865
pwdropincenter@yahoo.com
http://www.pwdropincenter.org/
Fairfax County
On Our Own of Fairfax County*
Number of Consumers: 30-45 per day
On Our Own Of Fairfax County, Inc. (OOOFxCo) is a consumer-operated drop-in
center located in the south county area of Fairfax County. Working together, we
strive to provide a welcoming, safe and recovery-oriented center that is member
driven that meets the culturally diverse needs of our community in a variety of
ways. 703-531-6398, 8794-S Sacramento Drive, Alexandria Va 22309 (on Rt. 1 at
Sacrament Drive)
CO-OP Point Person: Bill Yolton,
lwyolton@prodigy.net
Fredericksburg and surrounding
area
Harmony, Inc.*
Number of members: 80
Serving the Counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, Stafford,
Westmoreland and the City of Fredericksburg. Currently we provide Consumer-run
Peer Support Groups, One-on-One Peer Support, Wellness Recovery Action Plan
(Wrap) Classes and on going support groups for those who have completed Wrap.
Community Events and ongoing educational opportunities to further promote the
recovery model are held several times throughout the year. We currently do not
have our own center and are working toward that goal.
2217 Princess Anne Street, Suite 219-1, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-371-2704 or 1-800-684-6423
wrrrr4us@yahoo.com
CO-OP Point Person: Dee Jacobson
Fairfax County
Agape Reservoir
Meets weekly for supper and activities. Mental Health consumers specially
welcome.
Location: Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church
2001 Sherwood Hall Lane, in south Fairfax county
Contact: Bill or Diane at 703-360-3657
Reston
Reston Drop In Center
Programs: Drop-In Center, Warm Line, Support Services
The Reston Drop-In Center for adult mental health consumers is open 6 days a
week. Join us for a computer group, arts and crafts, exercise group, ping pong, or
relax in our television room. New warm line hours are offered during all center
operating times.
1820 Michael Faraday Dr.
Reston, VA 20190
703-437-5105 (Center)
703-437-5349 (Warmline)
restondropincenter@yahoo.com
Wincester
Our Family Center
A new peer run program has started in Winchester, Va. It is called the "Our
Family" center. It is held at the Salvation Army Building at 300 Fort Collier
Rd. We have a
semi-structured day with a couple of skill and knowledge building classes each
day along with a lot of social support time. Every month we have one or two
community outings. Lunch is provided free of cost and a snack bar to buy drinks and
snacks is also available.
ourfamilycenter@yahoo.com
P.O. Box 4439, Winchester, Va. 22604.
540-247-5775 or 540-665-3104, ex.3250
Falls Church
Consumer Wellness Center
The mission of CWC is to provide a safe, stigma free, low stress, independent
place for mental health consumers run by mental health consumers. Opened in Oct
2006.
6245 Leesburg Pike
Suite 420
Falls Church, VA 22044
703.531.4653
consumerwellnesscenter@yahoo.com
www.novapeers.pbwiki.com/CWC
South & Southwest
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Roanoke, Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Martinsville, South Boston,
Wytheville
Lynchburg, VA
TNT - Talkin and Tradin
(forming)*
We are peers meeting together to support each other in recovery. We are hoping
more peers will join and we hope to develop into a drop-in center. We are
encouraging others and trying to promote recovery in Lynchburg.
paulab225@hotmail.com
CO-OP Point Person: Paula Brent
Roanoke
On Our Own of Roanoke*
Our mission is to promote recovery by providing a safe, consumer-run alternative
for the purpose of socialization, self-help, advocacy, recreation, support, and
education. We operate primarily during the time traditional providers of mental
health services are closed, such as holidays and Saturdays. We employ consumers
of mental health services as staff with the belief that they can provide
services for individuals. Our staff provides a safe haven for people, making
their own lives more productive and meaningful, while enriching the lives of
others.
540-362-0061 (Center) 429 Elm Ave in Roanoke. info@rvonourown.com,
www.rvonourown.com
CO-OP Point Person: Robin
Wytheville & Surrounding Areas
Turning Point (forming)*
Turning Point is a consumer-driven program designed for those living with mental
illness, or recovering from substance addictions, who wish to embrace the
concepts of Recovery and Wellness. Our focus in Hope; Personal Responsibility;
Education; Self-Advocacy; and Support is the core of our purpose. We are a new
consumer-run program, and are working toward establishing a website; and a
center of our own, which will offer us the opportunity to grow in our unique and
personal journeys toward recovery. Serving the counties of Wythe-Bland; Carrol-Grayson
& Smyth.
410 West Main Street, Wytheville
276-223-4050
tracy.stuart@mrcsb.state.va.us
CO-OP Point Person: Tracy Stuart
Martinsville
WeCare*
Number of consumers: 400+
WeCare (Wellness Empowering Consumers and Recovery
Environment) is a non-profit, consumer run organization, whose main goal is to
help improve a persons quality of life by offering much needed services to
people in the Martinsville / Henry County Area of Virginia. WeCare encourages
positive thinking and allows people to make positive decisions for their
recovery program.
509 East Church Street
Martinsville, Virginia 24112
(276) 634-0300
http://www.wecaremhc.org/
CO-OP Point Person: Robin Hairfield
Blacksburg
Empowerment for Healthy Minds
The mission of EFHM is to foster the process of empowerment and to enhance
wellness for the mental health consumer through education, mutual support,
advocacy, and employment. EFHM encourages the consumer to take an active role in
(a) achieving self-determination, (b) realizing representation in organizations
and in society, and (c) attaining an identity worthy of esteem.
804-784-5181
tgrimes@rbnet.com
www.efhm.com
Eastern Virginia
Gloucester, Hampton, Warsaw, Williamsburg,
Virginia Beach
Hampton Roads
Just the Basics Seminars (JTB)*
Just the Basics Seminars presents workshops that provide participants with tools
to sharpen introspection skills, increase self esteem, and polish
self-identification and determination skills. It is a wellness model for all
people.
757-886-2625 or 703-400-6428
rmolyne@myibocs.com
CO-OP Point Person: Ruth Molyne
Historic Triangle, Greater
Williamsburg
SpiritWorks Foundation Center for the Soul*
Number of consumers: 75
SpiritWorks Foundation provides programs and services for children, youth and
adults affected by the disease of addiction. Our programs and services build
resilience in children, inspire youth to live drug-free and celebrate and
support adults who live in recovery. The majority of our leadership team are in
recovery from addiction and mental health issues as well.
5800 Mooretown Rd
(757) 564-0001
info@spiritworksfoundation.org
www.spiritworksfoundation.org
CO-OP Point Person: Jan M. Brown
Virginia Beach
HOPE*
Number of members: 38
Our group meets weekly with emphasis on empowerment. In process of organizing a
peer-run drop in center with emphasis on employment and housing. We are
currently helping with employment, training, community involvement, and
fundraising on a small scale.
804 720 7018
zackymusselwhite@cox.net
CO-OP Point Person: Sandra
Gloucester
Gloucester Drop In Center
The Center provides peer counseling, social activities, and consumer networking.
Free coffee and refreshments are available for all members.
P.O. Box 2144, Gloucester, VA 23061
Hampton
Peninsula Drop In Center (re-forming)
The mission of the Peninsula Drop-In Center is to provide non-traditional
alternative programming for consumers in need of mental health services.
Warsaw
Warsaw Drop In Center
Programs: Drop-In Center and Warm Line
The Warsaw Drop-In Center provides peer counseling, social activities, computer
access, and consumer networking. The center boasts a TV and VCR available for
members to use. Free coffee and refreshments are available for all members.
P.O. Box 729
Warsaw, VA 22572
804-333-3671
About this Directory
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Programs marked with a * are
members of the VOCAL CO-OP. Membership in the VOCAL CO-OP is free and open to
all peer-run programs in Virginia, including newly-forming groups. To apply for
membership, please visit our
CO-OP Membership Page
The listing for “number of
consumers” refers to the number of consumer members or the approximate number of
people served in the past year.
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