The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County (MHA) is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting mental wellness and supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Dedicated to the social services sector, MHA provides peer-driven and recovery-oriented services designed to empower individuals toward long-term recovery and reintegration into the community. The organization offers a judgment-free environment where those struggling with mental health issues can connect with trained peer specialists who have lived experience. MHA customizes recovery plans that address emotional well-being, financial stability, housing, and employment support.

Uniquely, MHA utilizes a peer support model which fosters trust, understanding, and optimism by connecting individuals with supporters who have walked similar paths. The organization plays a significant role in harm reduction efforts and offers educational resources, support groups, and direct outreach across the community. MHA also places strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and reducing stigma through public awareness campaigns and collaborative partnerships with local service providers. With a commitment to personalized support and community empowerment, MHA serves as a vital resource for individuals navigating life’s mental health challenges in Chautauqua County.

Key Services:

– Peer support services for individuals in mental health or substance use recovery
– Development of personalized recovery plans
– Support groups and one-on-one peer mentoring
– Housing and employment navigation assistance
– Harm reduction outreach and education
– Trauma-informed care and referrals
– Re-entry support for individuals reintegrating from incarceration
– Public education and mental health awareness initiatives