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About the SSA

Established in 1980, the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA) improves quality-of-life for Albertans affected by schizophrenia and psychosis.

The SSA

  • Provides information and support to people affected by schizophrenia
  • Reduces stigma and discrimination due to schizophrenia
  • Increases public awareness and understanding of schizophrenia
  • Provides employment opportunities to people with schizophrenia
  • Advocates for improved public policy and public services surrounding schizophrenia
  • Promotes research into the causes and medical treatment of schizophrenia

"Our Mission is to improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis through education, support programs, public policy and research."

Facts & Myths

  • Schizophrenia is a common disorder, affecting around 1% of people worldwide.
  • Schizophrenia is a physical disorder affecting the brain, and therefore can affect perception & behaviour

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Getting Help

  • If symptoms are not severe and the person is not at immediate risk...

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Open Minds Walk & Run 2012

Alberta Branch Locations

Provincial Office

4809 - 48 Avenue
Red Deer, AB T4N 3T2
Phone: 403.986.9440
Fax: 403.986.9442

Calgary & Area Branch

309, 8989 Macleod Trail S.
Calgary AB T2H 0M2
Phone: 403.264.5161
Fax: 403-269-1727
Email: fhaynes@schizophrenia.ab.ca

Edmonton & Area Branch

5215-87 Street
Edmonton, AB T6E 5L5
Phone: 780.452.4661
Fax: 780.482.3027
Email: lhovelson@schizophrenia.ab.ca

Red Deer & Area Branch

4811 48 Ave
Red Deer, AB T4N 3T2
Phone: 403.342.5760
Fax: 403.342.4866
Email: bzager@schizophrenia.ab.ca

Camrose & Area Branch

#206, 5015-50 Avenue
Camrose, AB T4V 3P7
Phone: 780.679.4280
Email: aholler@schizophrenia.ab.ca

Medicine Hat & Area Branch

526B - 3 Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 0H3
Phone: 403.526.8515
Email: ljames@schizophrenia.ab.ca

Lethbridge & Area Branch

234C 12th Street B North
Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2K7
Phone: 403.327.4305
Fax: 403.328.0124
Email: cfujita@schizophrenia.ab.ca

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