| Agency: |
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Bridge Ministries, Inc. |
| Program name: |
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Caring Bridge |
| Description : |
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A. Our Caring Bridge Ministry Caring Bridge for Adults - matches adults with a mental illness with caring trustworthy volunteers in a companion / peer relationship; a friendship. Volunteers also needed to help with transportation and assist in weekly social and educational activities at the Bridge.
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| Hours of Operation: |
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Monday -Friday 9-5, and by appointment, Monday nights 6-9 |
| Eligibility Requirements: |
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Caring Bridge for Adults - matches adults with a mental illness with caring trustworthy volunteers in a companion / peer relationship; a friendship. |
| Intake Procedure: |
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Consumers are self referred by completing a short questionnaire which can be mailed to them. Consumers are also referred by case managers or therapists.
Volunteer can call 522-6404 and make an appointment for intake and training. Ask for Angela or David. Or email us at bridge@nmsu.edu |
| Insurance Information: |
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none |
| Languages Spoken: |
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English, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Fees: |
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No fees for consumers or volunteers |
| Primary Contact: |
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Angela Gallegos, Program Director, (575) 522-6404, (email)
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| Address: |
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2511 Chaparral StreetLas Cruces, NM 88001(See a map)
Directions:
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One Block off of University and One Block off of Solano at the corner of Mesa and Chaparral.
Nearest Bus Stop: University, 5 minute walk |
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