ICE Self Help Center Individuals Concerted in Effort 609-272-0928

HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS

The Mental Health Association was awarded money to purchase a building for the ICE Self Help Center.  This year the building was purchased and extensive renovations will begin soon.  The new center will be located at 30 North Main Street in downtown Pleasantville, easily accessible from the bus station.  Please watch for pictures as the building begins to take shape.

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Self-help centers are places where mental health consumers can go to feel safe and relaxed. The purpose of a Self-Help Center is to provide an environment of support and empowerment that promotes wellness, which is a state of social, spiritual, mental/emotional and physical health for consumers living in New Jersey. For more information on the ICE self help center, please contact Leon Josey, Self Help Center Manager at 609-272-1700 ext. 308 or ljosey@mhanj.org

Individuals Concerted in Effort (ICE) began in 1983. The center offers a variety of recreational activities, self help groups, individual advocacy and education/training in several areas. The center is currently open most days, please call for weekly schedule. Specific weekly schedules include:

• Individual Advocacy
• Trips (e.g., zoos, museums, camping, aquariums)  
• Game/bingo night
• Dual Recovery Anonymous
• Movie night
• Wellness group

The greatest motivating factor of the center is the enthusiasm of the facilitators, ICE is an 'idea' that started in a Church basement that grew to become a recognized community resource.

Canoeing on the Wading River

Collecting clothing donations from the FAA for Ancora State Hospital

ICE members enjoying a night at the SURF Baseball Game in Atlantic City.

ICE Annual Thanksgiving Dinner                

 ICE members March in the NAMI  walk at Liberty State Park in Jersey City

Joe Cinko emphasizes testifying for increase dollars for Mental Health Services..