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
Testimonials
I can be myself at MPS
~ Anonymous Member
Monadnock Peer Support changed my life! To all who are new to peer support… you have entered an amazing movement!!
~ Anonymous Member
MPS saved my life. After a failed suicide attempt several years ago, when I was still depressed, miserable and alone, I started going to Beyond Bipolar on Wednesday nights. I had the expectation I would only go once; I didn’t think it would help and I was one piece of bad news away from finishing myself off. Then everything changed, I met great people (members and staff) and heard their stories and experiences that were exactly like mine. Over time I made so many new friends with both members and the excellent staff. I gained a new perspective and started wanting to live again. I now have friends that would actually miss me when I’m gone as much as I would miss them.
~ Anonymous Member
Prior to MPS I felt alone, isolated, lost and helpless. Since joining MPS I have learned what community is, what trust is, and what friendship is. I have gained valuable skills to help get me through the rough times and in doing so I am realizing that I am a happier person. I'm grateful to this place as I now feel that I have a place where I belong, where I can be myself and accepted. Most importantly, I found myself here at MPS and you know what... I like me. ~ Anonymous Member
Monadnock Peer Support changed my life! To all who are new to peer support… you have entered an amazing movement!!
~ Anonymous Member
I met my two best friends at MPS
~ Anonymous Member