Community & Peer Support Groups

  • Parents Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Parent peer support groups are safe, empathetic spaces where parents come together to share experiences, challenges, and successes in raising children. Led by trained facilitators or experienced parent mentors, these groups provide emotional support, practical advice, and a sense of community, fostering connection among individuals navigating similar journeys. By offering a nonjudgmental environment, parent peer support groups empower participants to build resilience, exchange resources, and feel less isolated in their parenting roles, particularly when facing unique challenges such as raising children with special needs, managing behavioral issues, or overcoming family stress.
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  • Teen Peer (15-19) Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Teen peer support groups are welcoming and judgment-free spaces where young people connect with peers who share similar challenges and experiences. Facilitated by trained leaders or mentors, these groups provide a platform for teens to openly express themselves, share their stories, and gain support from others who truly understand their struggles. Through honest conversations and shared insights, participants build resilience, develop coping skills, and foster a sense of belonging. Teen peer support groups are particularly impactful in addressing issues like mental health, stress, relationships, and self-identity, helping teens feel less alone and more empowered on their journey.
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  • Women & Girls Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Women and girls peer support groups are nurturing and empowering spaces where participants can share experiences, challenges, and triumphs in a safe and supportive environment. These groups, often guided by trained facilitators or mentors, encourage open dialogue and mutual understanding, helping members build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. By connecting through shared journeys, participants gain emotional support, practical advice, and a community that celebrates their growth and individuality. These groups are particularly impactful for addressing topics such as self-esteem, relationships, mental health, and navigating life transitions.
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  • Men & Boys Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Men and boys peer support groups provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can openly discuss their experiences, challenges, and emotions without fear of judgment. Facilitated by trained mentors or leaders, these groups encourage vulnerability, self-reflection, and mutual respect, fostering connections among members who share similar journeys. By addressing topics like mental health, relationships, identity, and societal expectations, participants build resilience, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and find a sense of belonging. These groups empower men and boys to break through stigma, embrace authenticity, and support one another in navigating life’s challenges.
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Supporting Orgs: American Institute for Boys & Men
  • 60+ Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Peer support groups for individuals aged 60 and older offer a welcoming space for sharing experiences, challenges, and joys unique to later life. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers, these groups foster connection, understanding, and mutual support among members navigating aging, retirement, health changes, or evolving relationships. By encouraging open dialogue and shared wisdom, participants gain emotional support, practical advice, and a renewed sense of purpose and belonging.
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  • LGBTQ Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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LGBTQ peer support groups provide a safe, affirming space where individuals of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities can connect, share experiences, and support one another. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers, these groups foster understanding, acceptance, and a sense of belonging, helping participants navigate challenges such as discrimination, coming out, relationships, and self-discovery. By offering an inclusive environment, LGBTQ peer support groups empower members to embrace their authentic selves, build resilience, and celebrate their identities while forming meaningful connections with others who share similar journeys.
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  • Foster Kids Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Foster kids peer support groups create a safe and understanding space for children and teens in foster care to connect with others who share similar experiences. Guided by trained facilitators or mentors, these groups provide a supportive environment where participants can express themselves freely, share their stories, and build resilience. Addressing topics like identity, belonging, and the challenges of navigating foster care, these groups help foster kids feel less isolated and more empowered. By fostering connection and mutual understanding, these groups promote emotional well-being and a sense of community for children facing unique and often difficult circumstances.
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  • Grief & Loss Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Grief and loss peer support groups provide a compassionate space for individuals coping with the death of a loved one or other profound losses. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers with shared experiences, these groups offer understanding, connection, and a sense of community during a difficult time. Participants are encouraged to share their feelings, stories, and coping strategies in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. By offering mutual support and validation, grief and loss groups help members process their emotions, find solace in shared experiences, and begin to navigate the path toward healing.
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  • Substance Use Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Substance use peer support groups offer a safe, nonjudgmental environment for individuals seeking recovery from addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other substances. Guided by trained facilitators or peers in recovery, these groups provide encouragement, accountability, and shared understanding. Participants are empowered to share their stories, challenges, and triumphs while gaining practical tools for maintaining sobriety. By fostering a sense of community and mutual support, substance use peer support groups help individuals build resilience, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and navigate the journey of recovery with others who truly understand.
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  • Workplace Stress & Burnout Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Workplace stress and burnout peer support groups provide a supportive space for professionals to share their experiences and challenges in managing job-related stress, exhaustion, and emotional fatigue. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers, these groups foster open dialogue about the pressures of modern work environments, offering mutual understanding and practical coping strategies. Participants can explore solutions for work-life balance, resilience, and self-care while feeling less isolated in their struggles. By creating a community of shared support, these groups empower individuals to navigate workplace challenges, prevent burnout, and reclaim a sense of well-being and purpose.
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  • Veterans & Military Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Veteran and military peer support groups provide a safe and understanding space for service members, veterans, and their families to connect and share experiences unique to military life. Facilitated by peers or trained leaders, these groups address challenges such as reintegration into civilian life, coping with service-related trauma, managing relationships, and navigating mental health concerns. By fostering camaraderie and mutual support, participants can find understanding, build resilience, and access resources to help them thrive. These groups honor the shared experiences of military communities, offering a sense of belonging and a path toward healing and growth.
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  • Abuse & Trauma Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Abuse and trauma peer support groups provide a safe, empathetic space for individuals who have experienced physical, emotional, sexual, or psychological abuse to share their stories and begin healing. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers with lived experience, these groups offer understanding, validation, and a sense of community for those navigating the complex emotions and challenges of recovery. By fostering trust and mutual support, participants gain tools for coping, building resilience, and reclaiming their sense of self-worth and empowerment in a nonjudgmental environment that prioritizes safety and confidentiality.
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  • Loneliness & Isolation Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Loneliness and isolation peer support groups create a warm and welcoming environment where individuals struggling with feelings of disconnection can find understanding and companionship. Facilitated by trained leaders or peers with similar experiences, these groups provide a space for open conversation, mutual support, and meaningful connection. Participants share their stories, learn coping strategies, and build relationships that help alleviate the weight of loneliness. By fostering a sense of belonging and community, these groups empower individuals to rebuild social connections and navigate their journey toward a more fulfilling and connected life.
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Supporting Orgs: Foundation for Social Connection
  • Workplace Leadership Peer Support
  • Weekly Support Groups Led by Qualified Professionals
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Workplace leadership for mental health peer support groups empowers leaders and employees to foster a culture of openness, resilience, and support around mental health challenges in the workplace. These groups, guided by trained facilitators or mental health advocates, provide a safe space for leaders to share experiences, discuss challenges, and develop strategies for promoting mental well-being within their teams. By encouraging vulnerability, empathy, and proactive approaches, these groups help leaders model healthy behaviors, reduce stigma, and create inclusive environments where mental health is prioritized alongside professional growth.
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Supporting Orgs: Mind Share Partners
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