Mental Health Association of Northwestern Pennsylvania

Schizophrenia Anonymous Support Group (SA)

• Facilitator: Kevin; phone (814)452-4462
• Meeting: Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM
• Location: the Mental Health Association of Northwestern PA Directions
• 1101 Peach Street, Erie PA, Second Floor Conference Room

Schizophrenia Anonymous Support Group (SA) is a peer lead and peer focused support group, using the "Six Steps for Recovery".

We meet in an informal setting with the expectation of recovery. Anyone diagnosed with schizophrenia or related disorders, is encouraged to visit our meeting. If you like what you experience, you will be invited to become a regular participant.

The meetings are without charge.

The purpose of Schizophrenia Anonymous is:

• To help restore dignity and sense of purpose for persons who are working for recovery from schizophrenia or related disorders.
• To offer fellowship, positive support, and companionship in order to achieve good mental health.
• To improve our own attitudes about our lives and our illness.
• To provide members with the latest information regarding schizophrenia.
• To encourage members to take positive steps towards recovery from the illness.

SA Group uses a six step program and the SZ Digest. The SA Group is open to people with Schizophrenia, Schizo-affective, and Bipolar Disorder. SA is endorsed by the National Mental Health Association (NMHA) and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

Please be aware, your Schizophrenia is not your fault. It is not the result of some weakness in your character or a personality deficit. Rather, according to the best information from the scientific community, Schizophrenia is a brain disorder, involving chemical imbalances and sometimes tissue irregularities in the brain. Please know that you are welcome to attend Schizophrenia Anonymous Group.

More information about schizophrenia contact Kevin W at the Mental Health Association Office, 1101 Peach Street, Erie, PA. (814)452-4462.