F.I.S.H. offering services at The Gathering Place

As part of its long-term recovery program, F I S H of Sanibel-Captiva is offering services in partnership with Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, SalusCare, Project H O P E and others at the newly renovated space called The Gathering Place @ St Michael's at the church Services are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a m to 4 p m

On Mondays, F I S H Social Services Director Nitza Lopez will be available to discuss disaster relief, including disaster financial assistance, youth scholarships, emergency financial assistance and more On Wednesdays, Senior Services Director Erika Boyles will be on-site to discuss senior needs and host mental health services with SalusCare

Also on Wednesdays, F I S H will provide group therapy focusing on hur- ricane-related topics, including PTSD, trauma and loss, beginning on Aug 2

Laura Guarino will lead the group from 11 a m to 12:30 p m and will remain on-site until 2 p m for those interested in mini one-on-one sessions In addition, Project H O P E will be available from 1 to 3 p m to offer craft therapy and open discussions on post-storm trauma, including mental exhaustion, decision-making, financial fears and more

“It's an honor to be a part of The Gathering Place and offer services to our community in a 'resiliency hub' type collaboration,” Executive Director Maria Espinoza said “Having a designated space on the islands to meet faceto-face with community members will allow us to provide help when and where it's needed most ”

F I S H extended a special thank you to church Director of Digital

Communications and Christian Formation Sue Van Oss, who was instrumental in getting the space ready for service providers

In addition to its long-term recovery program, F I S H continues to offer programs representing its major pillars: Food, Island Based Education, Social and Senior Services, and Helping Hands

For more information about F I S H and its programs and services, including hurricane recovery, visit www fishofsancap org or contact Espinoza at 239-472-4775 or manuela@fishofsancap org

To access The Gathering Place, enter off of Dunlop Road and park in the back fenced-in area

Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, at 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel