Mission
As a peer driven organization, it is the mission of Monadnock Peer Support to promote wellness and recovery, as defined by the individual, through intentional peer support, and to provide advocacy, educational, vocational, interpersonal, social, and spiritual opportunities to adults who utilize mental health services to learn wellness strategies, develop mutually beneficial relationships, and to support each other in attaining increased capacities for self-determination, independence, and personal growth.
The community, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, generates all rules, policy and direction with equal consideration given to the input of all members. We emphasize understanding, mutual accountability and respect for diversity in relationships. We offer groups, activities and events in which we learn more about ourselves, and how we interact with others. We utilize shared leadership, skill development, team activities, and a holistic model of health to make these groups and events a valuable opportunity for growth and strength.
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Our programs are grounded in the principles of Intentional Peer Support
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Personal responsibility and accountability
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Wellness
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Respecting other's thoughts and beliefs as valid and important
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Growth beyond the stigma, shame and limits have placed upon us
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Creating and maintaining a strong, active voice and presence dedicated to social change
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Through this presence we can increase understanding and decrease oppression outside of our community
Volunteer Opportunities
The second step to becoming an MPS volunteer is to choose what opportunities you want to partake in! If you are interested, please click the button next to the opportunity you are interested in and fill out the form. If you know of an opportunity that you do not see on this list, or you are interested in seeing if MPS could volunteer for your organization, please reach out to Karen Richi at karen@monadnockpsa.org.
One Time Opportunities
Haunted House Volunteer
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We are looking for volunteers to prepare, staff, and deconstruct our haunted house fundraiser. This is the first one that we will have done in our memory so we are looking for folks who love to put together a good production! Disclaimer – this is NOT a trauma-informed event.
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Dates/Times: October 16 + 17, 6 PM to 10 PM
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Time Slots Available:
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Friday
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6 PM to 8 PM
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8 PM to 10 PM
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Saturday
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6 PM to 8 PM
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8 PM to 10 PM
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Positions:
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Behind the Scenes – You will be working with staff and volunteers before the first performance at 6 PM on Friday to put together props and walls and décor. This includes set up and deconstruction.
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Performer – You will be scaring people!!! No touching any guests, and bring your best scary face!!
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Safety Staff – You will be conducting safety inspections before and after each performance as well as being present for each. In the event of an injury or mistake, you will be in charge of communication and safe exit of the haunted house.
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Interior Painting
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We are looking for volunteers to paint two rooms that will become our new thrift space for residents and a new wellness room for movement activities.
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Dates/Times: Before November 1, 2026