Compeer of Greater Buffalo, Inc.

"For there is always light. If only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it." - Amanda Gorman #BlackHistoryMonth #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends

Despite everything it was a great football season! Good luck to these teams. #CompeerLovesFootball #StillBillsMafia #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerOfFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends

A key factor in our school-based mentoring services is a relationship with the school counseling team. Compeer would like to thank the Maryvale team for being so welcoming, and for their 25 student referrals so far this year! You are an important partner because you know each students' strengths and needs - and can help us connect with both the student and their parents or guardians. Working together we can serve more youth THANK YOU for all you do! #NSCW21 #ThankYouCounselors #Compeer #Maryvale #SchoolCounselor #Gratitude

TODAY is the last day to complete the Compeer survey! If you were involved in a match in 2020 (volunteer, friend, parent/guardian, mental health professional) today is the last day to complete our annual survey. This information is extremely valuable and allows us to better serve you. Links were sent out by email or you can email us [email protected] to request the survey. Thank you so much! #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship

It’s a new year and we have great news to share! The Garman Family Foundation administered by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo has approved a $25,000 grant requested by us for teen Mental Health Training and Support for Teen Girls. Compeer has trained the most people in WNY for Mental Health First Aid since 2014, and we are thrilled to be able to train more! Many thanks to the Garman Family Foundation! #CheckOnYourFriends ... #Compeer #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship See more

Recent polls have shown that 6 out of 10 Americans felt Zoomed Out within the first 12 weeks of the pandemic. Companies will need to do more to promote positive mental health in 2021. Learn what you can do by taking Mental Health First Aid. We are offering new virtual trainings in 2021 visit CompeerBuffalo.org/mhfa today to learn more. #MentalHealthFirstAid #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalWellnessStartsWithFriendship

It is survey month at Compeer. Here are some answers to a 2019 survey question: What Do You Like Best About Compeer? #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerOfFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends

Tips for New Year Resolutions. Start small, break up big goals into small attainable goals, have an accountability buddy, celebrate your small successes, and revisit plans often. Setting and achieving goals can be good for your mental health! What are some of your goals for 2021? #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalWellnessStartsWithFriendship #Resolutions #Make2021YourYear #Goodbye2020

Happy 2021! Make this the year that you make mental health your number one priority. And one way you can give back to the community is to volunteer with us. Click here to learn more: http://ow.ly/iJJR50CXMA2. #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalWellnessStartsWithFriendship

Four reasons why you should consider volunteering for Compeer: Volunteering connects you to others. Volunteering is good for your mind and body. Volunteering can advance your career. Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment to your life.... Consider joining the Compeer team today. Call (716) 883-3331 today or visit CompeerBuffalo.org. #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship

"The seven principles of Kwanzaaunity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faithteach us that when we come together to strengthen our families and communities and honor the lesson of the past, we can face the future with joy and optimism." President Bill Clinton #HappyKwanzaa #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerOfFriendship

What are some ways to help you keep those new year’s resolutions? Check this out: https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-keep-your-new-years-res #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #MentalHealth ... #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalWellnessStartsWithFriendship See more

Happy Holidays from everyone at Compeer. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year. #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerOfFriendship #HappyHolidays

Virtual, hybrid, in-person, our school-based mentors are ready and excited to start meeting students this year at Maryvale and Lackawanna Schools! Check out these fun videos our interns created to introduce themselves to the students and school community! Video links: Lackawanna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eANnVTfYC0... Maryvale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbw8X-gNHhg #Compeer #HealingPowerofFriendship #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends

Last week the Compeer BOO CREW was out in full force with our friends Amherst Community Church for our annual Trunk or Treat! Special thanks to all the ghosts and goblins that turned out for some fun games and tasty treats! From all your friends at Compeer - have a safe Halloween! #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends

Great to be with Alex Chiavetta from Chiavetta's yesterday to produce some awareness videos to bring attention to mental wellness and Mental Health First Aid among other things. Special thanks to Lemur Studios for hosting and video production. Stay tuned for more! #CheckOnYourFriends #Compeer #Chiavettas #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship #MHFA

Try and do one of these things this weekend! Share some of your holiday self-care routines, comment below! #ChristmasEve #SelfCare #Compeer #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalHealth

This holiday season our staff are taking some time to recharge! How are you taking time for yourself? Comment with your favorite way to recharge: #Compeer #Recharge #Holidays #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends

#SelfCareTuesday What's your favorite fall self-care thing to do? #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerOfFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends

Monday is just another day, at the beginning of another week & you are capable of handling anything it throws at you. #Compeer #MentalHealth #HealingPowerofFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends

We were pleased to be a recent guest for the Room 9 podcast with Sean Cuddihy. Sean started the podcast with the purpose to help end stigma around mental health & substance use through storytelling. We spoke to Sean about Compeer, Mental Health First Aid training, and more. Take a listen and spread the word. http://ow.ly/gpKJ50BTBHk... #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerofFriendship #MentalHealthMatters #Room9

Compeer is growing! We are launching a new program and are looking for both volunteers and clients for this pilot program. In collaboration with WNY Postpartum Connection we are introducing a new friendship program connecting mothers with mothers. Learn more https://youtu.be/roPO8fil0I0 #Compeer #HealingPowerofFriendship #CheckOnYourFriends #MentalHealth

We want to thank our valued friends Chiavetta's for partnering with Compeer of Greater Buffalo, Inc. to help spread the important message of #CheckOnYourFriends. You'll start seeing the message on delicious takeout containers during the month of October. Have a wonderful weekend, and be sure to #CheckOnYourFriends! Now take a moment to listen to Alex Chiavetta and our own Cheri Carroll-Alvarez to learn more. #Compeer #Chiavettas #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #HealingPowerofFriendship

Recently, Compeer Buffalo had an opportunity to celebrate our wonderful volunteers with our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. This time it was a drive-thru celebration at the Grapevine Banquet Facility. At the event, we were pleased to honor volunteers for their efforts over the past year. Thank you to all our volunteers, and special thanks to West Herr as the premier sponsor of the event! #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerofFriendship #WestHerr

Happy Monday! In case no one has told you this lately.. #SuicidePreventionMonth #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerofFriendship

Last week, Compeer Buffalo had an opportunity to celebrate our wonderful volunteers with our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. This time it was a drive-thru celebration at the Grapevine Banquet Facility. At the event, we were pleased to honor the following volunteers for their efforts over the past year: Jim Mikoley (Adult Program Mentor of the Year); Tom Miller (Older Adult Program Mentor of the Year); Becky Ellis (Group Social Activity Volunteer of the Year); Mark Brylinksi (Youth Program Mentor of the Year); and M&T Bank for our Community Engagement Award. Thank you to all our volunteers, and special thanks to West Herr Auto Group as the premier sponsor of the event! #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerofFriendship #WestHerr

Things to remember today and always: It is okay to... #SuicidePreventionMonth #Compeer #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerofFriendship

We can all help prevent suicide #SuicidePreventionMonth #MentalHealth #CheckOnYourFriends #HealingPowerOfFriendship #Compeer