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Peer Support

Peer support is the process of disclosing personal lived experiences and recovery history to provide support, and guidance, and inspire hope for others experiencing similar situations with their mental health.

Through their own lived experience, our Peer Support Workers can empathize with the struggle and emotional toll that may accompany a mental illness. They will share their thoughts and insights on the path to recovery, and work with you as you navigate your mental health journey.

CMHA’s Peer Support Program includes crisis intervention, our ‘Hospital to Home’ program which prepares patients to integrate back into society after a hospital stay, one-on-one sessions, and hosting groups every day of the week, in every county. We meet clients and work together on developing individualized plans. Peer Support helps bridge the gap in the mental health system. We now have 10 Peer Support Workers providing programming throughout Island communities in Queens, Kings and Prince Counties.

One-On-One Services
Still Here Support Group
Meet the Team

Specialized Peer Support Training

Peer Support is the process of disclosing personal experience with mental illness/ addictions and a personal recovery journey to inspire hope and recovery for others. CMHA PEI recognizes the need for formal training and support for peer workers to effectively do this meaningful work.

The Specialized Peer Support Worker Training is a 119-hour program that includes 2 weeks of in-person training, a practicum, and a written and oral exam. The training will equip individuals to use their personal experience to support others by providing specific education, tools, skills, and exposure. For more information and application click here.

Location and Contact Information for Peer Support

Charlottetown:

203 Fitzroy Street, Charlottetown, PE – Call: (902) 628-3666

Montague:

572 Main Street, Montague, PE – Call: (902) 838-2489

Summerside:

61 Duke Street, Summerside, PE – Call: (902) 436-7399

Alberton:

1 College Street, Alberton, PE – Call: (902) 214-2344

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