HOW WE ASSIST
In order to overcome the trauma of psychiatric illness and the discrimination associated with it, one needs to become empowered. To be empowered is to gain control over one's life and to build self-esteem and independence. This is done through making one's own decisions, having freedom of choice, and helping other people with the same kinds of difficulties. In this way, one participates in the recovery process and gains dignity and respect through accepting responsibility.
SERVICE
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On Our Own of Prince George's County provides quality service. Our facilities offer a cozy home atmosphere for our members, and we offer the following benefits:
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Provide a safe, friendly, and welcoming wellness and recovery center.​
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Serve a diverse peer population.
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Provide a varied and strength-based programs, workshops, and activities.
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Computer classes that are tailored and designed to accommodate those with challenges.
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Promote self-advocacy by staying involved in our community.
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Peer run, peer driven.
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Involvement in the community.
BENEFITS
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On Our Own of Prince George's County benefits the community by helping those who live with behavioral health challenges. We provide the services and social networking they need through peer support. Everybody is an individual and is respected wherever they might be in their journey of Wellness and Recovery.
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Our computer lab has 4 computers. This allows our members to acquire computer skills and access resources. Computer training is available upon request. Please RSVP by Wednesday of any given week to reserve your spot.
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We intend to increase our membership through improved communications with our community (members, local businesses, individuals, and organizations) and enhanced awareness and outreach.
Getting to OOOPG
BY CAR
PG Plaza:
Turn right onto MD-410 E
Turn right onto Baltimore Ave
Destination will be on the left several store-fronts down from Franklins Restaurant
University of Maryland, College Park:
Turn right on to US 1, headed South
Destination will be on the left several store-fronts down from Franklins Restaurant
IKEA, College Park:
Turn right onto US 1, headed South
Destination will be on the left several store-fronts beyond Franklins Restaurant
Greenbelt Station:
Head southwest on Greenbelt Metro Dr
Take ramp onto I-495/ I-95 N
Take exit 25 for US-1/Baltimore Ave toward Laurel/College Park
Use the left lanes to turn left onto US-1 S
Destination will be on the left several store-fronts beyond Franklins Restaurant
BY BUS
PG Plaza:
Bus F8 at Cheverly Station to Baltimore Avenue
Walk 1 ½ blocks to our address
University of Maryland, College Park:
Bus 83 Rhode Island Ave Station to Baltimore Ave and Gallatin St
OR Bus 17 Mt. Rainer Terminal to Baltimore Ave and Gallatin St
Walk 1 ½ blocks to our address
IKEA, College Park:
Bus 17 Mt. Rainer Terminal to Baltimore Ave and Gallatin St
OR Bus 86 College Park to Rhode Island Ave Station
Transfer to Bus 83 Rhode Island Ave Station to Baltimore Ave and Gallatin St
Walk 1 ½ blocks to our address
Greenbelt Station:
Bus C2 Greenbelt towards Wheaton Station.
Exit at Berwyn Road
Transfer to Bus 83, toward Cherry Hill.
Exit at Baltimore Ave and Gallatin St.
Walk 1 ½ blocks to our address