Peers Envisioning and Engaging in Recovery Services (PEERS)’s Post

Join us today for a Public Policy and Education Committee Townhall from 10 am to 1 pm on Zoom. It'll be an engaging online discussion where you can voice your opinions, ask questions, and connect with fellow community members. This is your chance to be heard and make a difference in our community. Link: https://bit.ly/4bXA6WX

California's mental health progress is at risk! Learn why Proposition 1 threatens proven programs and how you can help protect vital services for those with serious mental illness. Read more:

Proposition 1 threatens decades of mental health progress. Advocates warn it could cut vital services for those with serious mental illness and divert funds to private industry. PEERS opposes Prop 1 and urges our fellow community members to do the same. Learn more and protect mental health services by voting NO on Prop 1. https://lnkd.in/ezUmiahw

Join PEERS Teens and Young Adults and Fresh Lifelines for Youth tomorrow from 4-6 pm via zoom for a workshop on housing and employment! All are welcome to attend. Registration link: https://buff.ly/3RSkwTl

New year, new reads! Start the year off by checking out some of the powerful books writer Leah Harris highlights in the latest article on our website. https://buff.ly/47uqCz5

New job opportunity with us! We're looking for an Asian American Co-Facilitator to help with the HOPE Wellness Group Program for Fall 2024. Full details down below. To apply, send your resume and letter of interest to Maileen at mmamaradlo@peersnet.org. Here the requirements for this position: - Experience leading discussion groups, conversations or workshops focused on mental health/ lived experience - Must identify as Asian American with lived experience - Must be fluent in English - Minimum 3-hour commitment per week - Contract role with hourly pay - Passionate about Asian American experiences with mental health - Highly prefers a resident living in Alameda County

🔍 San Francisco State University Research Opportunity 🔍 SFSU, under Professor Supriya Misra, is conducting focus groups to understand the experiences of immigrants dealing with "psychosis." Your participation in this confidential, recorded session will delve into your personal journey and the support you've sought. 📅 Dates: Jan 10 or 17, 4:00-5:45 pm 📍 Location: 8105 Edgewater Dr, Suite #100, Oakland, CA 🚗 Free parking available Privacy is paramount; participants will receive a $75 Amazon gift card. Interested? Fill out the form: https://buff.ly/3vaPfDp 📧 Questions? Contact Supriya Misra at supriya@sfsu.edu or (415) 405-2148. #SFSUResearch #ImmigrantVoices #MentalHealthStudy

Lonely during the holidays? You're not alone. Explore our blog for a fresh perspective on combating loneliness through the magic of kindness.

Our annual donation drive is ending this Friday. All donations will go towards the unhoused members of our community! Reach out to Zakiya to coordinate pick up or drop off of any essentials you'd like to donate. Email: zjohnson@peersnet.org Phone: (510) 567-7616