Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County

04/14/2026

Our old crumbling step is now safe for those entering the MHA in Jamestown!! We thank Benny’s Concrete from Dunkirk for donating his time and materials!! Looks great!!

04/11/2026

Our Jamestown reception area has a new look, but the same friendly faces with Diana and Bear!! Stop in and take a look!! Thank you to Jeff Marsh for donating his time and materials to make MHA look more welcoming!!

04/08/2026

Correction for our Dunkirk Recovery Center schedule:

The group previously listed as “Medication in Recovery” at noon on Thursdays is incorrect. The correct group is AA Starting Over.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your understanding. We hope to see you all there tomorrow!

04/08/2026

VETERANS GROUP

Jill Marsh, a veteran of the US Air Force, leads our Veterans Group on Wednesdays at 11:00 am - noon.

The group is for veterans and those who had or currently have family members who served in our military.

Following refreshments, Jill covers many topics and trivia related to our military and our country. Everyone enjoys the discussions, fun trivia contests, prizes, and comraderie.

New members are always welcome!

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

Come on down and join us

03/31/2026

Looking for donations of fleece.

The Upcycle Sewing group meets every Wednesday at 3:00 pm following the Art In Recovery group at MHA. The group is led by Denise de la Cerda.

Our most recent project has been very beneficial to those experiencing homelessness or those who need gloves or mittens.

Using a pattern, fleece is cut into a mitten shape. Our sewers then sew around two layers, turn them inside out and voila! - a nice, warm mitten. Participants have reported that this project has impacted them by feeling a sense of purpose.

We are always looking for donations of fleece or thick fabric that can be used for mittens. Donations can be dropped off at our front desk inside door 14 at the rear of the Gateway Center at 31 Water St in Jamestown.

If you prefer to ship them to us, send donations to:

Dianne Valvo
c/o MHA in CHQ,
31 Water St. Ste 7,
Jamestown NY 14701

03/17/2026

Due to inclement weather our Dunkirk MHA location will be closed today March 17, 2026. If you need assistance please call our Jamestown location at 716-661-9044. We're sorry for the inconvenience. Please stay safe!

03/02/2026

Due to heating issues in our section of the Gateway Center, MHA is closing at 11:00. We ask that people reach out to their Peer coach if they need anything.
St. Susan’s has heat and is graciously letting people stay there today.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
AA will still happen at 12:00.
Recovery Yoga is canceled.

02/20/2026

Reminder ... tomorrow night is our fundraiser! Bring your friends and family. There will be over 50 prizes to win between baskets and gift certificates.

02/05/2026

So proud of my friend and co-worker!! You are an inspiration to many people Jessica!!

Jessica Crooks speaks on at the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County in Jamestown.

02/05/2026

Our own Jessica Crooks in the news:

'I was going to die': A Jamestown woman's story of addiction and recovery https://buffalonews.com/news/local/article_8cca2649-3a3d-4a90-8933-8f152131cb63.html

The 'constant, continuous battle' against drugs in Jamestown https://buffalonews.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_75dbbf0e-df46-44c5-ae2e-a2928ed5b44e.html

Jessica Crooks on addiction and recovery https://buffalonews.com/multimedia/video_fca72ea2-d124-58c2-b175-f46b866cac87.html

Jessica Crooks speaks on at the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County in Jamestown.