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Peer Support
WHAT IS PEER SUPPORT?
Peer support us the process of disclosing personal lived experience and recovery history to provide support, guidance, and inspire hope for others experiencing similar situations with their mental health.
CMHA-PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM
CMHA-PEI currently employs four Peer Support Specialists who offer the following services:
- hosting peer support groups
- one-on-one sessions
- accompanying clients to appointments
- advocacy for youth in the school system
Self-Help Groups
A self-help group (also known as a peer-led or peer support group) is a free-of-charge service that is voluntary (you have to want to be there), ongoing (it can continue as long as the members want). Self-help groups are led by people who share the same issue or experience. The leaders are regular people: volunteers, survivors, seniors, youths, mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, and friends – people whose only qualification is personal experience of an issue.
CMHA PEI Monthly Family Support Group Charlottetown
Are you caring for a family member or loved one who is dealing with a mental health concern? Participating in self-help offers social support, relief from isolation and a place to share practical information. Most importantly you know you’re not alone because you’re connected with others with similar struggles and experiences.
Held every 2nd Tuesday of each month, at 7 pm at the CMHA PEI Division Office, 178 Fitzroy Street in Charlottetown.
For more information contact: Call (902) 628-1648 or email [email protected]
Other Services
Your mental health professional or General Practitioner is a good place to start.
You can reach out to us here at CMHA PEI contact us and we can help direct you to mental health services.
211 PEI can direct you to mental health and addictions services, along with housing options and more.
The Government of Prince Edward Island has an updated list of Walk-In-Clinics across PEI, along with Mental Health and Addiction Services available.