NAMI Fox Valley`s Peer Run Respite Opening Mid

NAMI Fox Valley’s Peer Run Respite
Opening Mid-March 2015!
NAMI Fox Valley is excited to announce a new program in our community – Peer Run Respite! Our agency was one of
three in the state to receive funding for this innovative approach to supporting individuals struggling with mental health
and/or substance abuse. Iris Place is completely staffed and run by individuals with lived experience who provide
24/7/365 recovery-oriented peer support. Establishing mutual connection and relationships creates a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment to offer hope and healing.
Get Involved!
Are you interested in getting involved with Iris Place?
We have volunteer opportunities and a wish list to help make this dream a reality in our community!
For the following volunteer opportunities at our house, please contact Val Neff, House Manager at (920)954-1550 or
val@namifoxvalley.org.
 “Adopt a Room” – Adopt a bedroom, living, kitchen, resource room, etc. at Iris Place. Decorate, clean, paint and
furnish to prepare our house for guests.
 Painting/Interior finish work – Help us prep and paint the rooms at our house. Must be able to climb ladders and
lift up to 10 lbs.
 Landscaping (Spring/Summer 2015) – Iris Place plans to have a garden and outdoor seating area. Contact us in
spring to learn more about opportunities.
 Donation pickup – Support our staff in helping pick up donations offered by the community.
 Cleaning – Help prepare our house for guests with some spring cleaning.
For more information about supporting our programming, contact Kara Patterson at (920)954-1550 or
kara@namifoxvalley.org.
 Translating (for guests who are most comfortable in languages other than English) - To be a welcoming home,
we will work to meet the needs of all guests. If you can help translate materials (marketing and house
materials), please contact us.
 Program Facilitator – Do you have lived experience with mental health and/or substance abuse and have a skill
or hobby you’d like to share?
For more information about Iris Place and other opportunities to get involved, contact Karen Iverson Riggers, Iris
Place Director at (920)954-1550 or karen@namifoxvalley.org.
 Marketing/Public Relations – Help support our efforts to share this service with our community! Opportunities
include helping plan our Open Houses, work on establishing our website and social media as well as other
marketing materials.
NAMI Fox Valley's
Peer Run Respite
KITCHEN
Coffee Mugs
Cookbooks
Cookie Sheets/Baking Pans
Creamers
Travel Coffee Cups/Lids
Dishes (Plates, Bowls, etc.)
Glass Pyrex/Tupperware
Electric Kettle
Pitchers
Oven Mitts & Pot Holders
Strainers
Measuring Spoons & Cups
Place Mats & Tablecloths
Dish Rack
Napkin Holder
Pots/Pans
Rolling Pin
Salt/Pepper Shakers
Vegetable Peeler
Sweeteners
Tea, Hot Chocolate, Coffee
Dishcloths & Towels
Can Opener
Sponges
Ice Trays
Tall Kitchen Garbage Can
Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags
Dish Drying Mat
Blender, Toaster, Crockpot
Cooking Oil
Utensils (Forks, Knives, Spoons,
Spatulas, Pizza Cutter, etc.)
IRIS PLACE 2015 WISH LIST
SUPPLIES
Hand Sanitizer
Hand Soap & Dish Soap
Napkins, Paper Towels, Kleenex
Toilet Paper
Flushable Wipes
Deodorizing Spray
Laundry Detergent
Dryer Sheets
Fabric Softener
Stain Remover
Feminine Hygiene Products
Shampoo/Conditioner
Body Wash
Non-Scented Lotion
Shower Caddies
Mouthwash (Alcohol Free)
OFFICE
Pens/Pencils/Highlighters
Staplers
Post-it Notes
Card Stock
Legal Writing Pads
Stamps
Copy Paper (White or Color)
USB Flash Drives
Paper Clips
Highlighters
Mouse Pads
Binders
Masking Tape
Markers: Permanent, Dry Erase
Contact Val Neff, House Manager, for more information.
(920)954-1550 or val@namifoxvalley.org
MEDIA
Amplifier
Microphone & Stand
CD Player
DVD/Blu-Ray Player
CDs & DVDs
Music Stand
Headphones
Exercise DVDs
Relaxation/Meditation CDs
i-Pod Docking Station
ART
Basic Arts/Crafts Supplies
Markers, Crayons, Colored Pencils
Sketchpads
Artwork/Decorations
Picture Frames
Journals/Blank Notebooks
Yarn
Glue (Sticks or Liquid)
Scissors
Construction Paper
RESOURCE ROOM/LIBRARY
Board/Card Games
Puzzles
Books
Phone/Electronic Chargers
Legos/K'Nex/Erector Sets
Magazines (and subscriptions)
Meditation Books
Recovery/Wellness Books
Newspaper Subscriptions
GENERAL
Table & Floor Lamps
Extension Cords
Secular Holiday Decorations
Mirrors (All Sizes)
Night Lights
Storage Bins (All Sizes)
Bath Mats
Mini-Fridge
Small Garbage Cans
Laundry Baskets
Iron & Ironing Board
Clothes Hangers
Decorative Blankets
Throw Blankets
OUTDOORS
Adult Bikes
Bike Helmets
Lawn Games (Ex. Bean Bags, etc)
Basketballs
Basketball Hoop
Lawn Chairs
GIFT CARDS
YMCA Day Passes
Valley Transit
Museum Passes
Movie Theaters
Family Video
Home Depot/Lowe's/Menards
Target/Walmart/Shopko
Craft Stores
Menards