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Volunteer today for our Lunch Buddy/Lunch Pal Program.
Donations are always needed
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Currently there are approximately 86 adults and children waiting for a Supportive Friend or Mentor.
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History
Compeer is an international organization that began in Rochester, NY, in 1973. There are close to 80 Compeer Programs in the United States, Canada and Australia.
Locally, Compeer of the Mohawk Valley, Inc. (CMV) began providing services to the Greater Utica area in 1989.
Compeer of the Mohawk Valley, is one of three of the 26 New York State programs to receive an Exemplary Status from Compeer International Headquarters. CMV has demonstrated impressive program growth, as well as outstanding quality and breadth of services offered.
In 1996, CMV began its Compeer for Kids Program
In 1997, CMV expanded its services to Herkimer County through a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
In 2001 Compeer began the Lunch Buddies Program.
In 2006, CMV launched its Dually Diagnosed Adult Mentoring Program, which serves adults diagnosed with both mental illness and a substance abuse problem.
In 2008, CMV collaborated with the Heritage Health Care Center for the Grand Peer Program . This program serves adults receiving mental health services while residing at the Heritage Health Care Center
Compeer has received recognition from the U.S. Department of Mental Health and the American Psychiatric Association.
If you have a question regarding mental health contact your health care professional. Information on Mental Health wellness may also be obtained from the National Mental Health Association. test
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