The Leisure Recreation program (Leisure Rec.) is available to existing CMHA clients to encourage active living and help overcome the isolation that often accompanies a mental illness. Ultimately, Leisure Rec. provides a compassionate environment in which CMHA clients can build a social support network and just enjoy life.

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Service and Activities
Various services and activities take place throughout the year as a part of the Leisure Rec. program. Times and locations vary and include daytime programs, weekend programs and evening programs.

Services and activities include:
- Walking club (bi-monthly)
-Computer club (once per week)
-Arts & Crafts (weekly)
-Hiking and day trips (Summer/Monthly)
-Bowling (monthly)
-Regular tours and sporting events
-Camping (summer and fall trip)
-Seasonal dances and BBQ's
-Skiing, Rafting & Sailing

Getting Started
The Leisure Rec. program is available for individuals involved in CMHA's programs who have a primary diagnosis of mental illness, are 18 years or older, and have an ILS or Supported Housing case worker. The program is only available to CMHA clients (not friends and family) and participants are no longer eligible when discharged from other CMHA programs.

For more information on this program call (403) 297-1710.