Cattaraugus County Compeer - Directions in Independent Living

512 W State St, Olean, NY 14760

Eligibility

Consumers can be of any age and must be receiving mental health services in Cattaraugus County. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and agree to a police background check and reference check. Service Area: Cattaraugus County.

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

(585) 296-3408

Voice - Allegany County Office, Wellsville

(716) 373-4602

Voice - Main Phone

(716) 379-8670

Voice - Holiday Park Center Offices, Olean

(716) 373-4604

Fax - Fax

www.oleanilc.org

Application process

Clients receiving treatment can self refer or be referred to this program by a mental health provider. Volunteers must submit an application, undergo an interview, and be cleared through references, finger printing, and a police background check. Volunteers will then undergo training before being matched with a client. If a potential match is found between volunteer and client, the volunteer and a compeer coordinator will meet with the client's mental health provider before the match is established.

Fees

Free.

Service area

Cattaraugus County, NY

Description

A friendship program which matches volunteers from the community with persons who are receiving treatment for mental health. Once a match is established, the volunteer sends in monthly updates detailing time spent with the client along with any concerns about the relationship. Volunteers must commit four hours a month for one year.

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