Pathways | Advocacy - Assistance for Individuals with Mental Illness

Advocacy - Assistance for Individuals with Mental Illness

Advocacy, Financial, Housing / Shelter, and Mental Health - Adult & Senior

Provided by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - South Okanagan Similkameen Branch

Offers individual advocacy services which are accessed directly by individuals with a mental health disorder living in the South Okanagan Similkameen.

Advocacy is currently by appointment only. Advocacy request forms can be accessed at the front desk of Unity House Clubhouse – please provide your name, contact information, and a brief description of the support being requested. The Mental Health Advocate will respond as soon as possible.

The Mental Health Advocate can aid in areas such as:

Housing – applications, tenancy dispute resolution, communicating with landlords and property managers
Finances – budgeting, dealing with debt, bankruptcy process, tax credit information, applying for financial aid or funding opportunities
Ministry (MSDPR) – communication with local office, paperwork, appeal process, providing up-to-date information
Medical and Mental Health – information, referrals, helping to set appointments, complaint procedures
Career, Employment & Education – resumes & cover letters, online job search and applications, referrals to programs and services
Legal – information and/or referral (we are unable to provide legal advocacy or legal advice)
General Support – other local resources, general problem solving, goal setting, discussions about self-care, etc.

Please inquire via phone or email to determine eligibility for services.

778-476-5411

Public email: teri.cunningham@cmhasos.ca

Website: https://sos.cmha.bc.ca/find-help-now...

#102, 1873 Main Street, Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 5H4

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Cost: No cost