Peer Support Services

Peer support offers free, confidential emotional and practical support from individuals with lived experience of similar challenges. It fosters connection, understanding, and empowerment through shared experiences, helping people feel less alone and more supported in their journey. Peer supporters may also offer guidance, advocacy, and links to helpful resources.

Trans Peer Support

Trans Peer Support is a peer led community based social support service run by peers with lived experience. We offer a safe space that provides an opportunity to engage in knowledge exchange, resource sharing, social connection, mentorship and personal growth.

Our volunteers and those we support represent trans, gender diverse, Two-Spirit adults as well as families from the trans community.

Meet on a 1:1 basis by phone or virtually with a trained volunteer.

Benefits of the Trans Peer Support Program

  • Validates experiences
  • Reduces isolation
  • Provides opportunities to give and receive support
  • Fosters connections and a social support network
  • Confidential support

How to Access Trans Peer Support

If you are interested in the Trans Peer Support Program, please fill out the information below, and someone will contact you shortly.

For further information or questions, please contact:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: Serenity Leboe at 250-542-3114 ext: 245

Apply for support:

Trans Peer Support Application Form (1)

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Name*
Contact Preference

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity and other opportunities.

Peer Support Services

The Peer Support Program is a free, confidential, peer-led initiative offering emotional and practical support to individuals navigating mental health challenges. Trained volunteers—who have lived experience—provide connection, understanding, and hope through shared experiences.

Services include:

  • One-on-one social support
  • Hospital visitation
  • Advocacy and education
  • Leadership and education-focused training

Volunteers foster:

  • Empowerment through meaningful roles
  • Awareness of community resources
  • Independence by modeling recovery
  • Connection to peers and the broader community

Hospital Program:
Peer Volunteers visit the VJH Mental Health Ward to offer encouragement and share information about rights, recovery, and available services. Their firsthand knowledge helps address concerns and promote well-being during hospitalization.

Contact Peer Support Program

Phone: (250) 542-3114 ext. 299
E-mail:  [email protected]

Peer Support Referral (1)

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Name(Required)
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Email(Required)
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Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.

Care to Speak

Care to Speak offers confidential, judgment-free support for those working in healthcare and social services. Connect with trained peer supporters who understand the unique pressures of frontline work—because they’ve been there too.

Support is available via phone, text, or online chat, providing a safe space to talk, share, and access resources. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need someone to listen, we’re here for you.

You don’t have to face tough times alone. Our volunteers offer empathy, guidance, and referrals to help you prioritize your mental health.

You deserve support. Reach out—your well-being matters.

Call or Text: 1-866-802-7337 (PEER) 
Chat online at caretospeak.ca 
Available Monday-Friday, 9 am – 9 pm PST  

For more information or to connect with a peer supporter, click here  

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity and other opportunities.

Good Morning Program

The Good Morning Program is a free weekday phone service for seniors living alone or feeling isolated in Vernon and surrounding areas. Trained volunteers offer friendly, non-judgmental calls that provide social connection, support, and referrals when needed.

Anyone can refer—care providers, family, friends, or self-referral.

Program Staff

Serenity Leboe – Good Morning, Program Coordinator

[email protected]

Good Morning Program Referral Form

Good Morning Program Referral Form (1)

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Participant's Name*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Address*
Preferred Method of Contact
Participant’s emergency contact*
Referrer's Name*

Peer Support Services

Peer support offers free, confidential emotional and practical support from individuals with lived experience of similar challenges. It fosters connection, understanding, and empowerment through shared experiences, helping people feel less alone and more supported in their journey. Peer supporters may also offer guidance, advocacy, and links to helpful resources.

Trans Peer Support

CMHA Vernon also provides Trans Peer Support, a safe and inclusive space for trans, gender-diverse, and Two-Spirit youth and families. Led by peers with lived experience, this program offers:

  • One-on-one support (phone or virtual)
  • Community connection and mentorship
  • Resource sharing and personal growth opportunities

Trans Peer Support aim to foster empowerment, resilience, and hope through meaningful peer relationships.

For further information or questions, please contact:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: Serenity Leboe at 250-542-3114 ext: 245

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity and other opportunities.

Trans Peer Support Application Form

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Name*
Contact Preference

Peer Support Services

The Peer Support Program is a free, confidential, peer-led initiative offering emotional and practical support to individuals navigating mental health challenges. Trained volunteers—who have lived experience—provide connection, understanding, and hope through shared experiences.

Services include:

  • One-on-one social support
  • Hospital visitation
  • Advocacy and education
  • Leadership and education-focused training

Volunteers foster:

  • Empowerment through meaningful roles
  • Awareness of community resources
  • Independence by modeling recovery
  • Connection to peers and the broader community

Hospital Program:
Peer Volunteers visit the VJH Mental Health Ward to offer encouragement and share information about rights, recovery, and available services. Their firsthand knowledge helps address concerns and promote well-being during hospitalization.

Phone: (250) 542-3114 ext. 299
E-mail:  [email protected]

Peer Support Referral

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Name(Required)
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email(Required)
Phone, Text or Email
Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.

Care to Speak

Care to Speak offers confidential, judgment-free support for those working in healthcare and social services. Connect with trained peer supporters who understand the unique pressures of frontline work—because they’ve been there too.

Support is available via phone, text, or online chat, providing a safe space to talk, share, and access resources. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need someone to listen, we’re here for you.

You don’t have to face tough times alone. Our volunteers offer empathy, guidance, and referrals to help you prioritize your mental health.

You deserve support. Reach out—your well-being matters.

Call or Text: 1-866-802-7337 (PEER) 
Chat online at caretospeak.ca 
Available Monday-Friday, 9 am – 9 pm PST  

For more information or to connect with a peer supporter, click here  

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity and other opportunities.

Good Morning Program

The Good Morning Program is a free weekday phone service for seniors living alone or feeling isolated in Vernon and surrounding areas. Trained volunteers offer friendly, non-judgmental calls that provide social connection, support, and referrals when needed.

Anyone can refer—care providers, family, friends, or self-referral.

Program Staff

Serenity Leboe – Good Morning, Program Coordinator

[email protected]

Good Morning Program Referral Form

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Participant's Name*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Address*
Preferred Method of Contact
Participant’s emergency contact*
Referrer's Name*
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