Behavioral Health Resources

Free Adult Peer Support Opportunities

Free peer support opportunities are available for adults living with mental health conditions. These groups, warm lines, programs, and courses offer support from people with lived experience.

Peer Support Groups

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups:
namimass.org/nami-connection-recovery-support-groups

Northeast Recovery Learning Community:
nilp.org/nerlc

Advocates Peer Support Groups:
advocates.org/news/virtual-support-groups

Depression Bipolar Support Alliance:
dbsaboston.org

Kiva Centers:
kivacenters.org/peer-support-groups

Wildflower Alliance:
wildfloweralliance.org/online-support-groups

Peer Warm Lines

Peer warm lines are friendly phone lines staffed by people with lived experience with mental health challenges or dual diagnosis.

Metro Boston Recovery Learning Community Peer Support Line:
877-733-7563
Daily, 4:00–8:00 PM

Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line:
888-407-4515
Monday–Thursday, 7:00–9:00 PM; Friday–Sunday, 7:00–10:00 PM

Kiva Centers Peer Support Line:
508-688-5898
Monday–Friday, 8:00 PM–12:00 AM

Other Support Options

Department of Mental Health Clubhouses:
massclubs.org
Supportive day programs with simplified access for adults with a history of mental health conditions.

Cole Resource Center Workforce Program:
coleresourcecenter.org/workforce-program
Coaching for people living with mental health challenges as they find their next career steps.

NAMI Peer-to-Peer Course:
namimass.org/nami-peer-to-peer
A weekly eight-session, recovery-focused program for people who want to establish and maintain their wellness. Individuals with personal experience teach the course.

NAMI MA Compass Helpline:
namimass.org/nami-mass-compass-helpline
Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
617-704-6264, 800-370-9085, or compass@namimass.org

Free Adult Peer Support Opportunities

This page outlines free peer support options for adults living with mental health conditions. The resources below provide connection, encouragement, and practical support through peer-led groups, warm lines, recovery programs, and navigation services. All options center on lived experience and promote hope, empowerment, and ongoing wellness.

Support Groups

Facilitated by People Living with Mental Health Conditions

Other Support Options

Peer Warm Lines: Friendly phone lines staffed by people with lived experience with mental health challenges or dual diagnosis.

Metro Boston RLC Peer Support Line: 877-733-7563, Daily 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line: 888-407-4515, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday through Sunday, 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Kiva Centers Peer Support Line: 508-688-5898, Monday through Friday, 8:00PM – 12:00AM

Department of Mental Health Clubhouses:
massclubs.org
Supportive day programs with simplified access for adults with a history of mental health conditions.

Cole Resource Center Workforce Program: coleresourcecenter.org/workforce-program
Coaching those living with mental health challenges as they find their next career steps.

NAMI Peer to Peer Course:
namimass.org/nami-peer-to-peer
A weekly 8-session recovery-focused program for people who wish to establish and maintain their
wellness, taught by individuals with personal experience.

NAMI MA Compass Helpline:
namimass.org/nami-mass-compass-helpline
Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, at 617-704-6264 or 800-370-9085, or compass@namimass.org.
An information and referral helpline that provides resources and support to help navigate the mental health system and problem-solve in difficult circumstances.

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