Success Stories

Mental Health Association in Indian River County

Suffering from depression compounded by the abrupt end of a long-term romantic relationship, Joseph knew he needed some outside help to get back on track. “I found myself self-medicating my depression through adrenaline rushes but was struggling to find my reasons to keep going,” he explains.

After 20 years of sobriety, Joseph was also concerned that he was falling short in the area of his social skills. Something had to change.

Joseph sought help from the Mental Health Association in Indian River County, which is dedicated to providing immediate access with no barriers to mental health care.

Through the therapy he received at MHA, he discovered coping skills that gave him a new lease on life. “I would recommend the services that the MHA offers. It has made a change in my life so great that I can’t wait to see what happens now!”

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LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF PALM BEACHTREASURE COAST

954-805-5125 lls.org

MISSION: To cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families

MAIN EVENT: Annual Black Tie

Gala, Jan. 29, 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Variety of opportunities can be found by signing up on the organization’s website

Founded: 1949

MARCH OF DIMES FOUNDATION

772-410-5460 marchofdimes.org

MISSION: To improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, infant mortality and premature birth

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Signature Chef’s Auction, March for Babies

Founded: 1950

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY 772-569-9788 mhairc.org

MISSION: To provide immediate access with no barriers to mental health care

MAIN EVENT: MHA Rocks! Cheeseburger in Paradise, Feb. 19, 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Administrative and basic clerical duties, helping with events, recruiting attendees and sponsors, securing silent and live auction items, planning, decorating, in-kind donations and photography/videography

Founded: 1958

MENTAL HEALTH COLLABORATIVE OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY 772-217-3663 mhcollaborative.org

MISSION: To establish a continuum of care for mental health made up of private and public funders, mental health providers, and individuals who work in collaboration to increase access, decrease duplication and facilitate community-wide support of mental health issues

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Special projects, event planning as needed

Founded: 2004

NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY 407-478-8882 nationalmssociety.org/flc

MISSION: To stop multiple sclerosis in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end multiple sclerosis forever

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Event awareness and planning, committee membership, event setup, registration, food, greeting and tear-down

Founded: 1949

SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS OF THE TREASURE COAST INC. 772-562-7603 specialequestrianstreasurecoast. org

MISSION: To foster personal achievement for individuals with special needs through equineassisted therapeutic activities in a safe and stimulating environment

MAIN EVENT: Denim and Diamonds

Gala, February 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assisting with riding lessons, fundraising

Founded: 1992

• Residential & online program

• Support groups

• Bible study

• Christian curriculum

• Leadership training

• Individual & marital biblical counseling

Substance Awareness Center Of Indian River County

772-770-4811 sacirc.org

MISSION: To reduce the impact of substance misuse and behavioral health disorders in Indian River County through prevention, education, treatment and recovery support

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Recovery support peers, office assistance, fundraising events

Founded: 1989

Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic

772-562-6877 sunshineptc.org

MISSION: To provide personalized care to improve function and health through physical, occupational, speech and massage therapies; personal fitness programs; and community education and to enhance quality of life and give each child a brighter future

MAIN EVENT: Celebrating Sunshine Kids Gala

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Board members, gala fundraising committee and clerical support

Founded: 1953

How You Can Help

$100 provides one resident one day of certified counseling, Christ-centered curriculum, support groups, food, shelter, and more. $50 provides one family counseling session for a family in need, helping to restore meaningful relationships and promote healthy living.

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