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“Step One is a first step in turning fear into hope; confusion into confidence.  Early Intervention is not simply a program-it’s a philosophy of family centered care.  It’s a program where professionals listen to what families need and affirm their choices. – Step One Family

Peer-to-Peer Program

In 2015, Aspire Health Alliance opened the doors to our Peer-to-Peer Program in Quincy. Funded by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership and operated in conjunction with Aspire Health Alliance’s emergency services, the Peer-to-Peer Program offers support to individuals living with a mental illness during evenings and weekends when access to mental health services is typically unavailable.

The Peer-to-Peer mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment where peers can connect with others whose shared experiences help them work through various stages of their recovery. Dedicated to the belief that recovery is real, the program operates within a living room model where peers can relax and feel comfortable.

The program is staffed by a diverse group of individuals who are Certified Peer Specialists (CPS). It functions as a drop-in center where peers can participate in a wide variety of activities. For some, this means enjoying a cup of coffee or watching television in a restful, home-like atmosphere. Others choose to join in peer-led activities, including guided meditation, arts and crafts, and “recovery is real” group discussions. However they spend their time, all are certain to be met with respect, understanding, and ongoing encouragement designed to renew hope and strengthen determination to stay on track with their own journeys of recovery.

The program is open Tuesday through Friday, 3:30 pm – 9:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday, 12:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Peer-to-Peer is located on the second floor at 460 Quincy Avenue in Quincy and can be reached by calling (617) 689-2599 or (617) 774-6036. Transportation to and from the Peer-to-Peer Program is available for peers in Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate, and Weymouth.

To become a member of the program or to make a referral, please call the Aspire Health Alliance Emergency Services Program at (617) 774-6036 and ask to speak with a program manager. A peer specialist will contact new peers directly during the program’s hours of operation. Those without access to a telephone can stop by during regularly scheduled program hours and ask to speak with a staff member.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Come Check Out our New Space! The Peer-to-Peer Program has moved to 460 Quincy Avenue in Quincy, MA on the second floor. The peers will be entertaining our guests with their talents in music, art and poetry. For more information, please contact Leah Hallett at (508) 291-6951.

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We are making emotional well-being essential to overall health and building a supportive community for all, through effective, integrated care that is tailored to the way you live.

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Keep up with news from Aspire Health Alliance, and help us spread the word about the important work we do!

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