Temporarily CLOSED to drop in support
You can still reach us by phone
(707) 565-1299
Due to COVID-19 concerns, The Wellness and Advocacy Center, Interlink Self-Help Center, and the Petaluma Peer Recovery Center – PPRC are all closed for walk-in support for the time being. We are all available for warmline support during the hours listed below. We will also provide updates on reopening as public health guidelines change.
For telephone support:
Wellness and Advocacy Center 565 -7800 Monday through Friday 9:00 – 4:00
Interlink Self-Help Center 546-4481, 546-4482, 546-4483 & 546-4484 Monday Through Saturday 9:30-3:30
Petaluma Peer recovery Center (PPRC) 565-1299 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 – 3:00
Russian River Empowerment Center (707) 823-1640 Extension 207 then press 0 Monday through Friday 9:30am-3:30pm
Remember Social Distancing does not mean social isolation.
You can still talk to friends and neighbors as long as you stay at least 6 feet away from each other, talk by phone, text or social media
March 2020
Theme: “Special Interests”
Special Events March 2020 Theme: Special Interests
March COOP with Laura Hodge 11:30am – 1:00pm
March 26th Special Interests Presentation
Monday March 16th 10:30am – 2:30 pm Day Pizza Party
NEW “Movie Monday” March 30th 11:00am – 1:30pm
Our address is: 5350 Old Redwood Highway, Suite 600, Petaluma CA
CONTACT: Carol West email: cwest@gire.org Telephone: (707) 565- 1299
MONDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY |
ALL DAY 1:1 Peer Support Open Art Studio Community Tea Time |
ALL DAY 1: 1 Peer Support Open Art Studio Community Tea Time |
ALL DAY 1:1 Peer Support Open Art Studio Community Tea Time |
10 am – 11:00 am Peer Support Group |
10 am – 11 am Peer Support Group |
10 am – 11 am Peer Support Group |
11 am – 12 pm Round Table Discussion |
11 am – 12 pm Health, Wealth, & Happiness |
11 am – 12 pm Living Our Full Potential |
12 – 1 pm Advocacy:”Nothing About Us Without Us” |
12 – 1 pm Positive Thinking |
12 – 1 pm Boundaries |
1 pm – 2 pm Spirituality in Recovery |
1 pm– 2 pm Emotional Balance |
1 pm – 2 pm Music/Jam Session |
2 pm – 3 pm: SMART Goals |
2 pm– 3 pm: TED Talk Series |
2 pm – 3 pm Calming Our Anxiety |
Advocacy: “Nothing About Us Without Us” Peer, Self, and Beyond: A discussion about mental health legislation, patient’s rights, constitutional rights, grassroots movements, the peer community, and more.
Boundaries: Learn how to establish, communicate and honor your personal boundaries
Calming Our Anxiety: We come together to understand anxiety, discuss a spectrum of anxious feelings and explore many different ways to diffuse extreme unease.
Emotional Balance: Learn to cope with the emotional roller coaster of life. Support and skills group
Goal Setting: In a fun, supportive and non- judgmental atmosphere, Join us to look at our life goals and choose one to break down into Specific, Measurable, Achievable Realistic and Time sensitive ( SMART )goals
Health, Wealth, & Happiness: The impact of building positive mind body connections
Living Our Full Potential: Work together to find ways to personal fulfillment: explore new hobbies, volunteering or a path to going back to work…what would you do if you were not afraid?
Music/Jam Session: No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun in a creative and healing way! We have a keyboard, guitar and a number of drums at PPRC. You are welcome to bring your own drum or other small instrument.
Open Art Studio: This space creates the opportunity to socialize with peers while expressing ourselves through paint, sketching, & more. Explore through creativity! Many mediums are available.
Peer Support: Mutually respectful, intentional, active listening, positive, forward looking support.
Positive Thinking: Yes we know, easier said than done… come and learn how
Round Table Discussion: Join us at the round table to participate in peer support, open communication, connection building, current events discussions, sharing ideas, sharing stories, and more
Self-Care/ Morning Stretch: Take steps towards being your best self includes discussion about nutrition choices and gentle movement to help us feel more flexible and get muscles moving
Spirituality in Recovery: A safe, non-judgmental, open space to discuss our personal spiritual practices, how they may help us overcome recovery challenges and share personal experiences that spirituality brings into our lives.
TED Talk Series: We explore TED Talks within the mental health and recovery themes, with discussion to follow.
Journaling/ Creative Writing Using words and/or art, explore the power of journaling as a tool for self-exploration
Our Center is open and available to individuals that are 18+ and identify as having a lived experience of a mental health challenge. No diagnoses or prescriptions necessary; however, we do wish to support members in fostering an environment focused on wellness and recovery.
Opportunities For You To Have Your Voice Heard ( Please check websites for dates and times)
- Sonoma County Peer Council Listening Circles Third Friday 5pm -7pm 55 Ridgway Suite A ( Environmental Center)
- Board of Supervisors 575 Administration Drive Room 102ASanta Rosa, CA 95403 Board of Supervisors Chambers 575 Administration Drive 102A
- Mental Health Board Executive Committee Meeting First Wednesday 2227 Capricorn Way Second Floor Suite 213, Galaxy Conference Room Santa Rosa, CA 95407
- Mental Health Board Meeting; Third Tuesday 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- MHSA Advisory Committee
- MHSA Stakeholder Meetings August 12 10am – 12 Contact: Melissa Ladrech Melissa.Ladrech@sonoma-county.org
- MHSA News Letter May 2019(PDF: 1.9 Mb)
- Peer Action League https://petalumaprp.wordpress.com/peer-action-league/
- “Peer Voices Now” Newsletter for and by people with mental health challenges Kate Roberge (707) 483-7425