What is peer support?
“Peer support is people supporting others through a hard time, whether they are professionals or non-professionals, in a group setting or a 1-1. Some examples might look a bit more structured, like self-help groups or support helplines or recovery centres, but some day-to-day examples might just be bonding through shared experiences, like a baby and toddler group, or even just going for coffee with your friend and talking about your issues. But every peer supporter has one goal in mind, and that’s to support the person in need in an attempt to make them feel just a little bit less vulnerable.”
(Greater Manchester Peer Support Facilitator)
Find peer support that suits you and your needs:
Boroughs
- Bolton
- Bury
- Greater Manchester
- Manchester
- Oldham
- Rochdale
- Salford
- Stockport
- Tameside & Glossop
- Trafford
- Wigan & Leigh
Additional languages
Categories
Organisers
Abney Hall Walk
anyone wishing to walk and connect with others in the local area
BOOST for mental health
those experiencing poor mental health, social isolation and loneliness.Wholly inclusive and available whether in mental health services or not
Community dog walks
disabled people and their families. 18+
Dementia Disco
people living with dementia, their families, carers and friends
Dementia Disco
people living with dementia, their families, carers and friends
Football therapy
those affected by mental ill health. For all genders and abilities 18+.
Heath Walk
any men that access support at Survivors Manchester
Just 4 Dads
dads, grandads or male carers who are looking after pre-school aged children (0-4 year olds)
Making Space
people who have memory problems; whether that is mild cognitive impairment or dementia and their carers
Movement
Young people aged 13-25.