Draft2

Evergreen offers a variety of social and therapeutic groups that support wellness and healthy lifestyles. All groups are free and open to anyone, including walk-ins, unless marked with this symbol: ∞ Gay Men’s Bookclub

Monthly discussions about LGBTQ-written and themed books. Group members choose the reading list. Visit pridecenterwny.org, or call 716.852.7743 for more information.

3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 p.m.

Call 716-852-7743 to find out where

The Evergreen Exchange Workshops

Informal monthly workshops for Syringe Exchange participants. Discussion topics include Harm Reduction, safe injection, and issues that drug users face.

3rd Thursday of each month; date, time, and location posted in SEP office

FOCUS (Facing Our Challenges while Using Substances)

Weekly support group for people who use substances.

Every Friday, 1:00 p.m., 200 South Elmwood (Pride Center)

Art Therapy Group

Improve mental health and well-being through creativity. Weekly sessions are led by a registered art therapist and emphasize self-expression and exploration over artistic skill. All materials are provided.

Every Monday, 1:00 p.m., The Wellness Center (Evergreen Commons)

Art Therapy Open Studio

Open art studio session. A registered art therapist is available for assistance with techniques, as needed.

Materials provided.

Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.

The Wellness Center (Evergreen Commons)

Art Therapy | Guided Imagery

A class that uses relaxation and meditation exercises to reduce stress and anxiety. Led by a registered art therapist.

Every Thursday, 11:00 a.m.

The Wellness Center (Evergreen Commons)

Mental Health/Substance Use Recovery Group

Talk about the impact of both mental health and substance use. Group is open to people who are at any stage of recovery. Visit evergreenhs.org, or call 716847-0315 for more information.

Every Tuesday, 11:00 a.m.

200 South Elmwood (Pride Center)

Partners Group

Monthly group for Evergreen clients who want to provide feedback on agency services.

Call to find out when and where: 716-847-0315

Trans*Generation

A social group for trans* and questioning people that provides a safe place to talk about gender, get support, and make friends.

1st Tuesday & 3rd Thursday of the month, 6:00 p.m.; 1st Tuesday at Spot Coffee on Delaware Avenue 3rd Thursdays at The Pride Center

Trans* Art Therapy

Art therapy for trans* and gender non-conforming people and their allies. Materials provided.

4th Tues of every month, 5:30 p.m.

200 South Elmwood (Pride Center)

Out for Business

A monthly networking event for LGBTQ professionals.

3rd Wednesday of every month, 5:00 -7:00 p.m.; Visit pridecenterwny.org , or call to find out where: 716-852-7743

Silver Pride Project

A social group for LGBTQ seniors to make friends, and discuss issues of aging.

Planning & Event meeting: 2nd Tuesday of every month, 6:00 p.m., 200 South Elmwood (Pride Center)

Senior Coffee Hour

2nd Saturday of every month, 10:00 a.m.

Presto Café’ 59 Allen Street

Queer Women’s Book Club

3rd Tuesday of every month, 6:00 p.m.

200 South Elmwood (Pride Center)

Empty Closets: Coming Out Support Group∞ A peer-led group for people who want support and help while coming out as LGBTQ. Call to find out when and where: (716) 852-7743

Healthy Relationships∞

A group for discussing and addressing the stress related to living with HIV and disclosing HIV status to friends, family, and partners.

Call to find out when and where: (716) 852-7743

HIV+ Gay Men’s Support Group∞

A group for HIV+ gay men to talk about being positive, stigma, relationships, disclosure, and healthy living.

Talk to your counselor to find out if this group is right for you.

1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., 4th floor group room

Movie Days

A fun time to watch a movie and relax.

Every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m., Wellness Center

Clear the Air

A group for people who smoke cigarettes and use tobacco, and want to quit or use less.

Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Wellness Center

Game Tables

Time to play games with friends. Games provided.

Every Tuesday, all afternoon, Wellness Center

Learning to Live∞

A group for HIV+ people to learn about improving their health and staying well.

Every Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., 4th floor group room Call to register: (716) 847-0315

716-847-0328 (Evergreen Medical Group) • make, change, or cancel a doctor appointment • refill your prescription medicines • talk to a doctor or nurse

716-541-0656 (Pharmacy) • refill your prescription medicines • ask if your medicine is ready for pick-up • talk to a pharmacist

716-845-0712 (Syringe Exchange) • • • •

talk to Syringe Exchange workers learn about overdose prevention training ask for a syringe pick-up learn about substance use counseling

716-541-0676 (PrEP Hotline) • learn about PrEP • talk to a nurse about PrEP & HIV prevention • make an appointment

716-541-0676 (Hepatitis C Hotline) • talk to a nurse about Hep C testing & treatment • make an appointment

Other Useful Numbers National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 Local Resources (for domestic violence, housing help, substance use, and more supports) 2-1-1 Non-Emergency Police 3-1-1 Crisis Services 24-Hour Hotline 716-834-3131