Are ROOTED services free?
YES! Our services are completely free, and dinner is provided at every session.
YES! Our services are completely free, and dinner is provided at every session.
There are no clinicians who work at Rooted. It is run by Americorps VISTA members and supported by trained volunteers. The model is inspired by the Dougy Center which utilizes a peer support model.
We urge everyone to plan to attend every session in the 6-week time period. We understand that things come up that might make it not possible to attend. For the safety and connection of the group, we ask that in those circumstances you let us know that you will not be attending.
To attend the sessions, you will need to register on the ROOTED website and complete a brief call with a staff member.
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