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]

Apply for support:

Trans Peer Support Application Form (1)

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Contact Preference

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

Peer Support Services

*Peer Support Program Update*

We’re currently making improvements to our Peer Support Program to ensure we’re providing the best possible experience for participants and for peers. The program is temporarily on pause and will return this fall.

If you are looking for support in the meantime, please contact CMHA Vernon at 250.542.3114. We’re happy to help connect you with available resources and services.

Thank you for your patience as we work to strengthen the program. We look forward to welcoming you back this fall.

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.

Click the link below to find out more or to make a referral.

Click here to email.

 

Good Morning Program Referral Form

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]

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

*Peer Support Program Update*

We’re currently making improvements to our Peer Support Program to ensure we’re providing the best possible experience for participants and for peers. The program is temporarily on pause and will return this fall.

If you are looking for support in the meantime, please contact CMHA Vernon at 250.542.3114. We’re happy to help connect you with available resources and services.

Thank you for your patience as we work to strengthen the program. We look forward to welcoming you back this fall.

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.

Click the link below to find out more or to make a referral.

Click here to email.

Good Morning Program Referral Form

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