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Psychiatric Rehab Journal Spotlights CHARG

THE CHARG EXPERIENCE WITH CONSUMER-PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIP

Empowerment can be a challenge to translate into practice. In this article, four consumers and three professionals describe Denver’s CHARG Resource Center, a partnership of two nonprofit corporations representing consumers and professionals respectively. The Center’s model is rooted in empowerment theory and involves (1) a range of services, (2) consumer-centered focus and trust, (3) advocacy, (4) larger community connections and support, (5) a gathering place, and (6) opportunities for employment and volunteer work. Challenges to consumers and professionals, and the implications for larger mental health systems are also explored.

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