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In SHAPE began through a Center for Disease Control (CDC) grant which was conducted through Dartmouth Medical School and is now being offered to CSP consumers as a Functional Support Service. It is aimed at improving the physical health and quality of life of people with serious mental illness. The In Shape staff are trained to address the symptoms and functional impairment affecting a consumer's ability to manage his/her health, wellness, fitness, and nutrition. The staff work in collaboration with the multidisciplinary recovery team to provide health and wellness services to individuals on the various teams. Each consumer works with the In Shape staff to develop a Health Action Plan to provide motivation and focus on the desired goal.

Services Offered:
  • A Health Mentor, also a certified personal fitness trainer, trained in mental health
  • Reduced membership to the Concord YMCA
  • Advice from a nutritionist
  • Health consultations with nurses
  • The opportunity to attend group celebrations
  • Educational materials on exercise and healthy eating
Admission guidelines/eligibility:

Consumers are eligible to participate if the following apply:

  • Active consumers within CSP
  • Referred by a Case Manager or treatment team
  • Consumer has obtained medical approval from their provider(s)

For more information, please contact please contact Sarahrose Eaton at (603) 415-0041 x3250.

Contact Information

Office:
36 Pleasant St
Concord, NH 03301

Contact:
PO Box 2032
Concord, NH 03302-2032
p. (603) 415-0041 x3250

Hours:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

Director's Name: 
Sarahrose Eaton

Links/Additional Information
  • Statistics
    • The InShape Program was designed to serve 130 participants during the grant award period.
    • There are 3 health mentors and 6 nurses involved in the program
    • All members of the In SHAPE program have access to the YMCA at a reduced fee. 
  • News/Current Information
    • Studies have shown that people with a severe mental illness (SMI) have a life expectancy that is approximately 10-25 years shorter than the general population. While experts say that diet and exercise are critical components of a healthy lifestyle, people with SMI may have more difficulty adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors than people without a mental illness. Mental health programs primarily focus on psychiatric treatment. Few emphasize the importance of physical fitness programs in improving consumers' overall health. The new "In SHAPE" program has set out to change that.
  • Intake Packet/forms are available from any Riverbend staff member.
  • Link to other InShape Information
 

We offer an array of comprehensive clinical, support and rehabilitative services for people with severe and persistent mental illness. The Community Support Program at Pillar House employs about 50 staff members and is providing services to approximately 550 persons at any given time. Groups offered include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment for persons with Substance Abuse and Mental Illness, Social Skills, Transition Age Youth, and others as needs arise.
 
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