Business Details
35 Years
experience
Mental Health Support and Employment Programs in Selkirk, Manitoba
Established in 1991, our organization has dedicated over three decades to empowering individuals with lived mental health experiences through community-based support programs. We operate five drop-in centers across Manitoba's Interlake and Eastman regions, offering a safe environment for social integration, skill development, and personal growth. Our Transitional Employment Program, launched in 1998, has helped countless individuals rebuild confidence through structured work training at the Sunflower Caf. Collaborating closely with the Interlake-Eastern RHA, we provide comprehensive support services including daily meals, peer support networks, and tailored employment preparation.Our team of certified professionals, with decades of combined experience in mental health advocacy, maintains active partnerships with regional health authorities to ensure seamless referral services and community integration. We distinguish ourselves through our recovery-oriented approach, combining practical skill-building with emotional support to break down mental health stigmas. As a registered non-profit, we pledge full transparency in our operations and maintain strict adherence to ethical service delivery standards while continuously adapting our programs to meet evolving community needs.
Services
Transitional Employment Program
Drop-In Mental Health Centers
Sunflower Caf Employment Program
Community Support and Referrals
Self-Development Programs
Socialization and Education Services
Lunch and Meal Programs
Peer Support Networks
Work Readiness Training
Recovery-Oriented Housing
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in mental health community support services.
- Our Transitional Employment Program has successfully trained adults since 1998.
- We maintain active partnerships with the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.
- Our peer support networks promote wellness through lived experience connections.
- We provide structured skill-building programs in budgeting and daily living tasks.
Services
Transitional Employment Program
Structured skill-building initiative for adults reintegrating into the workforce. Participants receive personalized evaluations, quarterly progress assessments, and a certificate upon completion. The program focuses on confidence-building through practical work experience at the Sunflower Caf while providing ongoing support for career development.
Drop-In Mental Health Centers
Five regional locations offering safe spaces for social interaction and emotional support. Services include peer support networks, recovery-oriented programming, and access to essential resources. Each center provides a welcoming environment for skill development and community engagement through structured activities and professional guidance.
Sunflower Caf Employment Program
Recovery-based food service training at Selkirk's restaurant location. Participants gain hands-on experience in food preparation, customer service, and operational management. The program combines practical work skills with mental health support to facilitate successful workforce reintegration through real-world hospitality experience.
Community Reintegration Services
Comprehensive support for rebuilding community connections. Includes referral services to healthcare professionals, advocacy programs, and stigma reduction initiatives. Our approach combines practical skill development with social opportunities to promote sustainable reintegration into daily life environments.
Self-Development Programs
Daily living skills training covering budgeting, cooking, and maintenance tasks. Participants engage in structured educational activities and practical workshops designed to enhance independence. The program emphasizes personal growth through measurable skill acquisition and confidence-building exercises.
People
Kirby-Ann Hintz
Executive Director
With decades of leadership experience in community mental health, Kirby-Ann oversees organizational strategy and service delivery across all five regional centers.
Monica Walchuk
Program Director
Manages Arborg Support Centre operations with specialized expertise in regional mental health programming and community outreach initiatives.
Melanie Treleman
Program Director
Coordinates Ashern Support Centre activities, focusing on local mental health advocacy and personalized member support programs.
Robert Anderson
Program Director
Leads L. Merritt Support Centre operations with extensive experience in developing community integration strategies for program participants.
Diane Dmytriw
Program Director
Administrates Lac Du Bonnet Support Centre, specializing in regional mental health services and transitional support programs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide drop-in centers, employment programs, peer support networks, and daily living skills training through five Manitoba locations.
How can I access employment support?
Our Transitional Employment Program includes personalized evaluations, work training at the Sunflower Café, and career development support.
Do you serve areas outside Selkirk?
Yes, we operate in Arborg, Ashern, Lundar, and Lac du Bonnet through our five regional mental health support centers.
What is your referral process?
Clients can self-refer or be referred through the Interlake-Eastern RHA. Contact any of our five locations to begin the process.
How does the Sunflower Café help members?
It provides hands-on restaurant work experience, food service training, and structured employment support in a recovery-focused environment.
What community programs are available?
We offer daily meals, socialization activities, budgeting workshops, and peer-led support groups to promote community integration.