The Self Help Alliance (SHA) is a non-profit organization for individuals who are or have previously experienced mental health and/or addiction issues. The centres are non - judgmental, inclusive, and safe places that incorporate education, resources, peer support and recovery groups. The SHA has Self Help Recovery Centres that provide an environment of empowerment and inclusiveness to all members of the community. The Centres have a spirit of togetherness, which helps to break the isolation and feelings of being alone with a mental illness. The Self Help Alliance services provide a safe place to have individuals come together to network and give peer support to each other. The members give hope to one another in knowing that they do not have to face their mental health and/or addiction issues alone. The SHA services allow for an environment of "family" for those who struggle with the stigma of a mental health and/or addiction issue in our society. Also, the SHA offers a space for community members who want to help themselves overcome their struggles and move onto their recovery. "Self Help" is a journey to recovery and understanding within one's life. In order to help someone, one must help themselves first. Ivy Medeiros, Cambridge Active Self Help Member and Volunteer
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