NAMI Peer-to-Peer is an 8-week free recovery-focused program for people who wish to establish and maintain their wellness. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions, and informative videos. Great value is placed on the individual experiences of each person in the class, and participants are empowered to share their own stories and the coping tools that have worked for them.

Peer-to-Peer helps you create your own:

  • Vision Statement
  • SMART goals
  • Recovery Workbook
  • Support Networks
  • Awareness Grid
  • Crisis Plan

Please note that our Peer-to-Peer classes are currently offered virtually. We encourage you to register for the class based in your area.

Train to be a NAMI Peer-to-Peer Teacher! Details below.

Upcoming NAMI Peer-to-Peer Classes

Please note that our NAMI Peer-to-Peer classes are currently offered virtually. Registration is required, and a computer with a camera and reliable internet access is needed.

Northeastern

Boston, North Shore, & South Shore Peer-to-Peer class
Mondays, 12 – 2 pm
October 17th – December 5th

Metro Boston

Boston, North Shore, & South Shore Peer-to-Peer class
Mondays, 12 – 2 pm
October 17th – December 5th

Southeastern

Boston, North Shore, & South Shore Peer-to-Peer class
Mondays, 12 – 2 pm
October 17th – December 5th

Central Mass

Central & Western Mass Peer-to-Peer class
Mondays, 6 – 8 pm
October 17th – December 5th

Western Mass

Central & Western Mass Peer-to-Peer class
Mondays, 6 – 8 pm
October 17th – December 5th

Looking for additional peer education options?

Check out our Peer Support resource page.

You can also contact our Compass helpline. Learn more about Compass.

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NAMI Peer-to-Peer Evaluation

Have you taken a one of our NAMI Peer-to-Peer classes? We want your feedback! Please take our brief survey – your feedback will help us improve our programs and with our program planning!

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Train to be a NAMI Peer-to-Peer Teacher

We are looking for teachers to lead our 8-week Peer-to-Peer program. Teachers must commit to teach for a year and have lived experience with mental health challenges. This position is paid $50 a class, with a total of $400 at the completion of the 8 weeks. This training will fill up and applications will be considered on a first come first serve basis.

Peer-to-Peer Teacher Training
January 7th & January 8th, 2023
9 am – 5 pm
in person

Contact us for more information about NAMI Peer-to-Peer:

Jay Lapin, MSW
Senior Manager, Education & Support
617-286-7617
jlapin@namimass.org

 

Eliza T. Williamson, M.Ed, MFA, CPS
Deputy Director of Programs
617-286-7616
ewilliamson@namimass.org