Creative Wellness Opportunities (CWO) workshops and mutual support groups are formed and facilitated by peers in recovery and designed for fellow individuals focused on their mental health journeys. Our current offerings include a variety of creative arts workshops, meditation, stretching, guitar and mutual support groups. We envision CWO as a safe and inclusive peer community that encourages mindful kindness and self-directed creativity for mental wellness.
Opportunities are available to adults ages 18 and older having lived experience with mental health conditions. No referral is necessary.
Hours:
In person/virtual Mondays – Fridays 11am-3pm
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays
For more information please call:
Contact Us
We are located at:
274 N. Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607 | Unit D103
Sarah Kinard (she/her) – Director
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Senior Peer Support Specialist – Lisa Ferrari (they/she)
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Peer Program Assistant – Morgan Kohl (she/her)
Peer Program Assistant – Julia Payne-Lewis (she/her)
Monthly Updates:
Workshops and Mutual Support Groups:
Directions to connect to the virtual workshops and mutual support groups by computer, tablet, or phone can be found by clicking the listing of choice below. If you have questions or want more information, please call (585) 325-3145
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Mar
19
Open Studio
(In-person) This is a space/time when we gather to continue working on current creative projects that are in progress or start new ones with a...
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Mar
19
Mutual Support Group
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) A safe place for individuals to share thoughts and feelings in a judgment-free environment. Join the group from your computer, tablet or...
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Mar
19
Community Circle
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) A guided discussion on weekly topics based on mental and physical wellbeing. Join the group from your computer, tablet or smartphone...
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Mar
20
Open Studio
(In-person) This is a space/time when we gather to continue working on current creative projects that are in progress or start new ones with a...
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Mar
20
Beginning Guitar
(In-person) This workshop is for those that are new to guitar. We have guitars, sheet music, and two facilitators to help everyone get started. If...
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Mar
20
Women's Mutual Support Group
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) An intimate space where women and gender expansive folks come together to support each other. Join the group from your computer,...
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Mar
21
Open Studio
(In-person) This is a space/time when we gather to continue working on current creative projects that are in progress or start new ones with a...
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Mar
21
LGBTQIA+ Mutual Support Group
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) A safe, inclusive space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including those who are questioning. Provides affirming community support for peers...
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Mar
21
Art Journaling
(In-person) A meditative space to create works of art based on optional fun prompts.
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Mar
22
Open Studio
(In-person) This is a space/time when we gather to continue working on current creative projects that are in progress or start new ones with a...
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Mar
22
Gentle Stretching
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) Stretching as a gentle exercise for your mental and physical health. Equipment provided. Join the group from your computer, tablet or...
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Mar
22
Meditative Mandalas
(In-person) Slow down our thoughts as we use mandalas as a tool for mindfulness and meditation.
Current Art Exhibits:
Ongoing Art Exhibit:
Annual Show: Living Bravely