Life Skills
The Mental Health Association’s Life Skills services are a stepping-stone on your path to mental wellness. If you’re ready to begin your journey to mental wellness, Life Skills may be the starting point for you.
- With Life Skills you can participate in workshops that assist and guide you as you work through your recovery. Call 585-325-3145 x215
- Life Skills can help connect you to resources in the community.
Give us a call at 585-325-3145!
Front Desk: x210
Hope Johnson, Program Coordinator: x113
Learn about our Covid Support Group
For LGBTQ support, please call 585-325-3145 x140
MHA’s Life Skills Services Workshops: Virtual & In-person
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage.***
*** In-person workshops are held in the Life Skills Center – 344 N. Goodman St.***
***The Life Skill Service Center will be closed to all in-person & virtual workshops on
May 4th for Staff Appreciation Day & May 30th for Memorial Day***
May 2022 Life skills service center Calendar
Monday Workshops:
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
Mindful Meditation –
Mondays 9:30am – 10:00am
Description-Focus on positive thoughts and energy for calmness.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://www.gotomeet.me/MHARochester/meditation-mondays
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 153-826-565
Wellness & Self-Care –
Mondays 10:30am – 11:15am
Description-Defining time management, join us for session I of the series.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/920880357
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 920-880-357
Peer circle of support –
Mondays 11:30am-12:00pm
Description-Discussions led by our guests/peers to provide mutual support in a non-judgmental, safe environment.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/328713189
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 328-713-189
Peer development (Music history) –
MondayS 12:30pm-1:15pm
Description-Join us for this peer-led workshop to learn of music greats and their rise to stardom.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/726485941
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 726-485-941
Peer development (Strength within) –
Mondays 1:30pm-2:15pm
Description-Focus on the your gifts and inner-strengths to find courage to move forward in recovery.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/903721165
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 903-721-165
Peer development (recovery international) –
Mondays 2:30pm-3:30pm
Description- An interactive group that assist individuals in de-escalating stress, anxiety (onsite only)
In person: Conference Rm. #4
*** No Workshops Monday May30th for Memorial Day***
Tuesday Workshops:
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
LGBTQ support –
Tuesdays 9:30am-11:00am please call 585-325-3145 x 140
money management –
Tuesdays 9:30am-10:00am – No Workshop May 10th
Description-Are you struggling to save even the smallest amount? Join us to learn how to create a budget and find ways to save.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/664562461
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212
Access Code: 664-562-461
Decision Making –
Tuesdays 10:25am-11:10am- No Workshop May 10th
Description-Break habits and remain focused while on the road to recovery
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/483240589
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 483-240-589
8 dimensions of wellness –
Tuesdays 11:50am-12:20am
Description-Learn about all pieces of life that influence your personality
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/420403733
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (224) 501-3212
Access Code: 420-403-733
Mindfulness & Acceptance for Anxiety –
Tuesdays 12:35pm-1:20pm
Description-break free of anxiety & phobias using ACM (acceptance, commitment and meditation) techniques.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/911315157
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 911-315-157
Communication skills –
Tuesdays 1:45pm-2:15pm
Description-Learn strategies about talking to the people in your life
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/920477173
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 920-477-173
One-on-one support – tuesdays 1:45pm-2:30pm
Schedule by calling 585-325-3145 ext. 215
Wednesday Workshops:
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
Mindful meditation with –
wednesdays 9:30am-10:00am May 11th, & 25th only
Description-Focus on positive thoughts and energy for calmness.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/233558901
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 233-558-901
women’s group –
wednesdays 10:15am – 11:00am MAy 11th & 25th only
Description-Supportive group for women to discuss topics in a safe environment while building relationships.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/263240077
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3412
Access Code: 263-240-077
Anger Management –
Wednesdays & Fridays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Description-Learn how to communicate positively with tone, body language and overall interactions while learning de-escalation techniques.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/271607773
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 271-607-773
Peer development (Music history) –
Wednesdays 12:30pm – 1:15pm
Description-Join us for this peer-led workshop to learn of music greats and their rise to stardom.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/726485941
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 726-485-941
WRAP –
Wednesdays & Fridays 12:30pm-4:30pm
This workshop provides tools & techniques to de-escalate & organize daily interactions in life. **Must be registered to attend**
Please call 585-325-3145 ext 210
Or email hjohnson@mharochester.org
Short story writing-
Wednesday’s 1:30pm-2:15pm- MAy 11th & 25th only
Description-Learn the tools, techniques of short story writing.
Conference Rm 4
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/572240877
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 478-763-237
Plans for the year-
Wednesday’s-2:30pm-3:15pm, – MAy 11th & 25th only
Description-We’ve discussed our plans, now that spring is here, focus and let’s move forward!
Conference Rm 4
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/773919573
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 191-216-005
***Workshops will end at 1:15pm on Wed. May 18th for MHA Staff Meeting***
Thursday Workshops:
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
Creative Journaling –
Thursdays 9:30am-10:15am
Description- There are many different ways to journal, find your creative niche; express inner thoughts on paper
In person: Conference Rm.
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/471846117
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3412
Access Code: 471-846-117
Coping Skills –
Thursdays 10:30am-11:15am
Description- Share prospects on life and how to approach difficult situations
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/543130045
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3412
Access Code: 543-130-045
Emotional Health –
Thursdays 11:30am-12:15pm
Description- Understanding your emotional health and addressing your feelings
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/492073077
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212
Access Code: 492-073-077
Self-awareness –
Thursdays 11:30am-12:15pm
Description-Learn ways to tune into your feelings, thoughts and actions.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/687419957
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 687-419-957
One-on-one support – thursdays 12:30pm-1:15pm –
Schedule by calling 585-325-3145, ext. 215
Wellness Planning –
Thursdays 1:45pm-2:30pm
Description- Craft a wellness plan to support loved ones; or maintain a postive path for self during challenging times.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/773919573
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 773-919-573
Mandela Mindfulness –
Thursdays 2:45pm-3:15pm
Description- Present a soothing technique to relax the mind and body while in recovery.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/642294253
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3112
Access Code: 642-294-253
Friday Workshops:
***As a reminder: We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
Dancing in motion –
fridays 9:30am-10:00am
Description-A little music, song, and dance never hurts! Join Mona for this freestyle dance session.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/336232557
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 336-232-557
Managing recovery through art therapy –
Fridays 10:30am-11:15am
Description- Use your inner thoughts to express your creativity while on the road to recovery.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/689380421
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 689-380-421
Anger Management –
Fridays 11:30am-12:15pm
Description-Learn how to communicate positively with tone, body language and overall interactions while learning de-escalation techniques.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/271607773
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 271-607-773
Peer development (Music history) –
Fridays 12:30pm-1:15pm
Description-Join us for this peer-led workshop to learn of music greats and their rise to stardom.
In person: Conference Rm. #4
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/726485941
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 726-485-941
WRAP –
Wednesdays & Fridays 12:30pm-4:30pm
This workshop provides tools & techniques to de-escalate & organize daily interactions in life. **Must be registered to attend**
Please call 585-325-3145 ext 210
Or email hjohnson@mharochester.org
Cooking with Life-Skills –
Fridays 1:30pm-2:15pm- May 6th & 20th
**Must Register**Walk-ins not accepted**
Register by calling 585-325-3145 ext.113
Or email HJohnson@mharochester.org
In person: Kitchen Area
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/743177965
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3212
Access Code: 743-177-965
Cooking questions & Answers –
Fridays 1:30pm-2:15pm- May 13th & 27th
**virtual only**
Virtual: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/673415741
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3211
Access Code: 673-415-741
We’re back! Join us for:
Saturday Workshops:
***We ask all of our guests, as part of the MHA/Life Skills family, to please wear a mask throughout the facility, unless you are seated and eating or drinking a beverage***
Weekend Support –
Saturdays 11:00am-11:45 am
Description-Need support outside of the typical work week? We’re here. Join our group where peers discuss issues & listen.
*VIRTUAL ONLY*
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/322186013
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 322-186-013
