Peer Support Spaces

Hiraeth Hope & Healing offers ongoing peer support spaces for individuals seeking connection, understanding, and shared experience beyond formal events. These spaces are designed to be accessible, relational, and grounded in mutual respect.

Our peer support spaces provide opportunities to connect with others who may share similar questions, histories, or experiences. Participation is always optional, and individuals are welcome to engage at their own pace.

What These Spaces Offer

Peer support spaces are community-based and relationship-centered. They are not therapy and are not intended to replace professional support. Instead, they offer a place for presence, conversation, and connection with others who understand the value of being heard without pressure to explain or resolve.

Community guidelines emphasize respect, boundaries, and care for one another. Moderation helps ensure that these spaces remain supportive and welcoming.

How to Access Peer Support

Information about current peer support spaces, including how to join and participate, is shared through our community channels. Some spaces are hosted on private online platforms and may require approval to join in order to protect the integrity of the community.

Some peer support spaces are hosted externally and are governed by their own guidelines and practices.

Immediate Crisis Assistance

***If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide and are seeking help, there is assistance available via phone, chat, or text.

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988, call or text

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:  1-800-273-TALK (8255)

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Crisis Text Line:  Within the US, text HOME to 741741

Kevin Berthia Foundation: kevinberthiafoundation.org
Founded by Kevin Berthia, who was adopted at 6 months and survived a suicide attempt in 2005, this foundation works to normalize open conversations about suicide and mental health. Their mission—centered on Hearing, Hope, & Healing—encourages understanding, compassion, and connection for those struggling in silence.