5-week class – two different times/locations
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September 12 – October 3, 1:30 – 4:30 PM (Mondays)
Hanifen Center at Marian House, Catholic Charities
14 W. Bijou, Colorado Springs 80903
***OR***
October 11- November 8, 4 – 7 PM (Tuesdays)
State of Colorado Parole Office
520 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs 80905

A penetrating view of what it’s like to live with mental illness –
and the wisdom and skills that make recovery possible

 Based on “lived experiences” of clients, families and providers
 Stages of recovery, brain research, medication, and the trauma model
 How to form effective, equitable partnerships to guide treatment

There is no doctor on-site, so clients need to have prescriptions written by a physician before the come in to the pharmacy. TLC operates entirely on gifts, grants and donations. Currently they are using monetary donations to buy generic medication for clients. Name brand medications are being provided by individual drug companies. The pharmacy is run by the Open Bible Baptist Church

El Paso and Teller County residents who are 18-64 years of age, have no insurance, and are at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines may qualify for assistance. Volunteer Pharmacy Manager Randy McFee, says the actuall income levels depend on different living situations, but a general guideline is an income around $20,000 for an individual, or $29,000 for a married couple. To set up an eligibility check appointment call (719) 569-4449. Currently the pharmacy is completely staffed by volunteers. Hours are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m until 1 p.m. TLC is located at 3204 N. Academy Blvd.