Creative Wellness Opportunities
Mental Health Association
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, yoga, and mutual support groups.
Opportunities are for adults ages 18 and older having lived experience with mental health conditions. No referral is necessary.
Hours:
In-person/virtual Mondays – Fridays
Virtual only on Saturdays
Closed on Sundays
For more information and to schedule an orientation, please call:
(585) 325-3145 ext. 144 or 142
Contact Us
We are located at:
320 N. Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607 | Suite 202
Sarah Kinard – Director
skinard@mharochester.org
(585)325-3145 x119
Program Coordinator – Lorin Alder
lalder@mharochester.org
(585)325-3145 x144
Peer Program Assistant – Lisa Ferrari
lferrari@mharochester.org
(585)325-3145 x142
Peer Program Assistant – Julia Payne-Lewis
jpaynelewis@mharochester.org
(585)325-3145 x143
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, ext. 144 or 142.
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Feb
7
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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Feb
7
Mutual Support Group
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) A safe place for individuals to share thoughts and feelings in a judgment-free environment. (Saturday's group will be virtual only.) Join the...
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Feb
7
Foundations of Art and Design
(In-person) An inclusive space where all peers will be learning the foundations of art. No technical art experience needed, just the willingness to learn and...
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Feb
7
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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Feb
8
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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Feb
8
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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Feb
8
Women's Depression Support Group
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) An intimate space where women who deal with depression come together to share and support each other. Join the group from...
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Feb
8
Mindful Coloring & Word Search
(In-person) A space to color or word search mindfully with some quiet company.
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Feb
9
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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Feb
9
Meditation & Mindfulness
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) Gathering together to try out simple meditation and mindfulness techniques to relax. Join the group from your computer, tablet or smartphone by...
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Feb
9
Art Journaling
(In-person) Art Journaling provides a meditative place of color and texture, providing a way to sink deeply into your personal emotional world.
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Feb
10
Gentle Stretching
(Hybrid: In-person & virtual) This is an easy, simple form of stretching geared as a gentle exercise for your mental and physical health. Connect with...
Current Exhibits:
“Mycelium and Fruiting Bodies”
A collection of whimsical illustrations and paintings by Dorian Rowan Bonilla.
All shows available for viewing Mon.-Fri. 9 AM-5 PM at 320 N. Goodman St., Suite 202.
Cynthia Iannaccone | Upcycling Denim Fabric and Paintings
Karin Staples | Mindfulness Painting for the Process, not the Product
