PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer’s Association operates a free, nationwide Helpline at 800.272.3900, connecting people living with dementia, caregivers, and families with live support, local resources, and crisis assistance in more than 200 languages. Trained Helpline Agents and master’s-level Care Consultants are available around the clock, 365 days a year, to help with everything from a new diagnosis to caregiver stress and care planning.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · 800.272.3900 — available day or night, every day of the year
Support Services & Contact Information
Live Chat — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · Typically available Monday–Saturday, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Online Contact Form — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · For non-urgent questions — response within 24 hours
E-News Sign-Up — https://www.alz.org/e-news · Weekly updates on Alzheimer’s care, support, and research
Website
Alzheimer’s Association — https://www.alz.org
About Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by Jerome H. Stone and a group of family caregivers who saw the need for an organization to unite caregivers, provide support, and advance research into the disease. It is headquartered in Chicago with chapters in communities nationwide.
The Association’s mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Association serves people living with dementia, caregivers, and families across the country through its 24/7 Helpline, local chapters, education programs, and support groups.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The event is organized and hosted by the listed organization, not by PeerGalaxy. Dates, times, and access links are subject to change — please confirm details with the organizer before attending.
Welcome to Well Connected
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Well Connected is a nationwide phone and online community that brings people age 60+
together to learn, laugh, and share experiences from the comfort of home.
Well Connected is a Front Porch service and is free of charge to individual members Front Porch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.
This is a community where you can explore, laugh, learn, and share experiences, building caring friendships along the way.
Well Connected is available 365 days a year, free of charge to participants 60 and up.
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Find a welcoming community and opportunities to engage with other older adults by phone or online. Our rewarding offerings include art, travel, music, reading, writing, support, meditation and more.
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These programs are available by phone and online, for free, nationwide.
Questions? We’re here to help: 877-797-7299 / [email protected]
MOTIONS MATTER — BPD PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
Online Peer Support for People Living with Borderline Personality Disorder
“Recovery is possible. You are not alone.”
ABOUT THE SCHEDULE
Emotions Matter offers multiple peer support group sessions every month, covering four rotating recovery topics — Trust · Advocacy · Purpose · Community — as well as dedicated groups for LGBTQIA+ individuals and men. Meeting dates, times, and topics vary each month based on volunteer facilitator availability. No meetings are held on a fixed recurring day or time. New sessions are added to the calendar each month. Always check the current schedule and register directly at: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
WHO CAN JOIN
These groups are open to individuals personally impacted by Borderline Personality Disorder only. Groups are not open to family members, friends, or the general public, in order to protect the privacy of all participants. All groups are completely free. Registration is reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter before a Zoom link is issued.
HOW TO REGISTER
Each session has its own unique registration link listed below. The registration process is the same for all groups:
Step 1 — Click the registration link for the session you want to attend.
Step 2 — Complete the Zoom registration form. Your registration will be reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter.
Step 3 — Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and passcode for that specific meeting.
Step 4 — Join the Zoom waiting room 5 minutes before the meeting begins. The first 30 people to join the waiting room are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please register for no more than 3 groups per month to allow others to participate. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session — each event has its own link.
UPCOMING SESSIONS — APRIL 2026 (CONFIRMED)
All times listed in Pacific Time (PT). Sessions confirmed as of April 2026.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Monday, April 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 20)
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Open to LGBTQIA+ individuals personally impacted by BPD.
Register — LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group (April 21)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 22)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust · Facilitated by Chris & Antoinette
Monday, April 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 27)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 29)
ONGOING SESSIONS — MAY & JUNE 2026
May and June 2026 sessions have not yet been posted. Based on the March and April schedule, Emotions Matter typically offers 8 to 12 peer support group sessions per month, covering all four recovery topics plus specialty groups. New sessions are added to the calendar as facilitator availability is confirmed. To register for upcoming May and June sessions, visit: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
Registration for all sessions follows the same 4-step process described above. Each session has its own unique registration link. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session.
GROUP TYPES OFFERED
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust — Explores the role of trust in BPD recovery and relationships.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy — Peer strategies for navigating systems and advocating for yourself on the road to recovery.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Purpose — Identifies purposeful life activities and moves beyond BPD labels toward personal strengths.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Community — Builds connection, belonging, and community support among people impacted by BPD.
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group — A dedicated identity-affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with BPD.
BPD Men’s Peer Support Group — A dedicated peer support space for men personally impacted by BPD.
GROUP STRUCTURE & FORMAT
Each session runs 75 minutes and is divided into: a pre-group survey (5 min) · welcome and introductions (10 min) · community and safety guidelines (5 min) · peer-led recovery principle discussion (10 min) · open conversation (40 min) · closing and post-group survey (5 min). Each group is co-facilitated by two volunteers with lived experience of BPD. Facilitators are not licensed health care professionals and do not diagnose, counsel, or give advice.
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
All participants agree to the following guidelines at registration:
- Your safety and well-being, as well as the safety of the group, is important to us.
- Use respectful language. Words and body language matter — be mindful of how others may interpret your communication.
- Differences are accepted and valued, especially with regard to gender, sexual orientation, identity, race, ethnicity, age, religion, and politics.
- Respect confidentiality. No photographs of other participants.
- Avoid making assumptions about others’ experience of BPD. No judgment.
- Show kindness and compassion for others who are struggling.
- All are welcome to share, but participation is optional. No one person should monopolize group time.
- Avoid interrupting, which can make other participants feel invalidated.
- Avoid explicit expressions of self-harm or trauma, which may be upsetting to others.
- If you express concerns about your safety, support will be offered. If emotions escalate and the group is unable to comfort you, you will be encouraged to reach out to your support system or consult with a mental health professional.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Emotions Matter — Main Website — Programs, resources, and information about BPD and recovery
Current Group Schedule & Registration — View all upcoming sessions and register
Peer Support Groups Information — Full details on how groups work, eligibility, and what to expect
Group Guidelines & Community Standards — Safety and participation guidelines for all groups
Crisis Resources — If you need immediate support between sessions
Volunteer Peer Facilitator Information — Learn how to become a volunteer group facilitator
[email protected] · 516-350-8387 — Contact Emotions Matter with questions or concerns
ABOUT EMOTIONS MATTER
Emotions Matter, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder and their families. Founded in 2015 — more than 10 years of experience — the organization’s mission is to increase awareness of BPD, reduce stigma, and provide free peer support resources developed by and for people with lived experience. Emotions Matter serves thousands of people affected by BPD each year through its peer-led online support group program. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7642, Garden City, New York 11530.
DISCLAIMER
All services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. Groups are facilitated by volunteers with lived experience — not licensed health care professionals. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows is an online support community created by Mary Francis—widow, author, coach, and certified grief recovery specialist—to help you feel heard, understood, and less alone as you rebuild your life after loss. The organization focuses on recovery and healing rather than grief and death alone, offering compassionate support from widows who truly understand.
Support Offerings
The Sisterhood of Widows—Private Group for Widows
A safe, women-only private Facebook community where widows of all ages and all widow types gather to share, support, and encourage one another. Members discuss coping with anger, guilt, loneliness, and life rebuilding questions. The group welcomes widows regardless of when they were widowed, the circumstances of their loss, or their marital history. No men are admitted to this community.
Format: Virtual (private Facebook group)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/978959175474991/
Blog Archive—15 Years of Grief Support Writing
An extensive archive of Mary Francis’s writings spanning 2010–2025, containing guidance, encouragement, and personal insights on widowhood. This preserved collection remains available as a resource to return to whenever needed. Topics include healing after loss, dealing with difficult emotions, rebuilding life, and understanding the widow journey. While the blog no longer includes new posts, the entire archive is freely accessible for ongoing support and learning.
Format: On-demand (online archive)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Online Archive — https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com
Additional Resources
Primary Resources and Contact Information
The Sisterhood of Widows—https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com · Main website with blog archive and group access information
About The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows was created to address a critical gap in grief support services: the unique and often isolating experience of widowhood. Founded by Mary Francis, who was widowed at age fifty, the organization began with a mission to help widows feel less alone and more supported as they navigate the complex journey of grief and recovery.
Mary Francis brings both personal lived experience and professional expertise to this work. She is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and Early Intervention Field Traumatologist who has dedicated her career to supporting widows around the world. Her approach emphasizes that grief is emotional, not intellectual, and that all feelings associated with loss are normal and natural. She rejects harmful myths about grief—such as the notion that time alone heals all wounds or that grieving people should simply stay busy—and instead offers practical, compassionate guidance grounded in the widow experience.
The Sisterhood serves widows of all backgrounds, life stages, and circumstances. Members include young and older widows, those newly grieving and those widowed for years, widows who plan never to remarry and those who are actively dating or remarried. Widows welcome include those widowed by cancer, accident, suicide, and other causes; those from perfect, struggling, or difficult marriages; and those in legal marriages, common-law partnerships, engagements, or same-sex partnerships. This inclusive approach recognizes that widows are a diverse group with unique but equally valid experiences.
The Sisterhood offers two primary support channels: a women-only private Facebook community where members share small victories and difficult days, offer encouragement, and provide practical tips for handling paperwork, holidays, and everyday life after loss; and a preserved blog archive spanning 2010–2025 containing years of Mary’s writing on grief recovery, healing, emotional processing, and rebuilding life. Both resources are free and available 24/7, ensuring that widows can access support whenever they need it.
LÍNEA DIRECTA
Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860
CANADÁ (877) 330-8336
Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST
Línea directa in español
La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.
Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.
Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.
Grief Support Conversations
First Thursdays 4-5 PM PST
Our Grief Support Conversations are a supportive, virtual space for bereaved brain tumor community members to process their unique grief experience.
Led by Holly Gainsboro, National Brain Tumor Society’s Grief Support Conversations are an open, supportive space for bereaved brain tumor community members to share their experiences with grief among peers and under the guidance of a professional facilitator.
Grief Support Conversations welcome anyone who has lost a loved one to a brain tumor and offers participants the space to be heard while also providing tools and resources to support individuals through their grieving process. The group meets virtually on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT for approximately an hour.
After you sign up, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to connect to the session. For more information, see our privacy policy.
https://braintumor.org/support-services/support-groups/grief-support/registration/
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN)
Free Online Peer Support Groups — Mental Health · Recovery · Wellness
“Taking Charge Together”
How to Attend a PRPSN Group on HeyPeers
Step 1 — Create Your Free Account
Visit https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up and create a free account. Enter your first name, last name, and choose a username and password. Account creation is free.
Step 2 — Go to the PRPSN Group Page
Once logged in, visit the PRPSN page at https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/ to view all scheduled meetings.
Step 3 — Register for a Group
Scroll through the schedule and click on the group you are interested in to view its details. If seats are available, click Register to attend. All groups have a maximum attendance cap. You will receive a confirmation email after registering.
Step 4 — Join the Meeting
When it is time for your group, click Join through the link in your confirmation email or under My Meetings in your account. Enter your name as you would like it to appear in the meeting, then click Press Here to Join. A standard Zoom meeting will open. Please do not join anonymously unless a specific group permits it.
HeyPeers is available on desktop browsers and as a mobile app for iPhone. Groups are capped for attendance — register early to secure your seat.
Weekly Online Support Group Schedule
All times shown in Pacific Time (PT) with Eastern Time (ET) in parentheses · All groups are FREE · Platform: Zoom
Note: Hours and availability subject to change. Check HeyPeers.com for current schedules and seat availability.
Sunday
Art Intake for Mental Wellness
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the benefits of art and creativity for mental health wellness. An interactive group encouraging creative ways to nurture mental well-being.
Sunday Writing
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Share writing through spoken word, using poetry as a means of fostering hope and recovery within the community. Pick up your pen and join in.
Journaling with Writing Prompts
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Use prompts to journal your way through your mental health in a supportive peer environment.
Monday
Dealing With Anger
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges we face while dealing with anger. Discuss solutions and healthy ways of channeling and resolving anger issues — both healthy and constructive approaches.
Real Talk
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, confidential space to keep it real with your peers. Connect for support, learn about self-advocacy, and receive connection to local resources.
Finding the Message Through the Mess
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe space for those living with suicidal thoughts or who have survived suicide attempts. Come together to support one another on the journey toward healing and hope.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Content may include discussion of suicidal ideation. For immediate crisis support, call or text 988.
No Limits, No Boundaries
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive space to encourage one another as we discuss how we overcome any mental health and/or disabilities we may face in our lives.
Grief and Loss Group
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Mondays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Coping with the loss of someone or something you love is one of life’s biggest challenges. You are not alone. Join this peer-led group to connect with others who understand.
Making Friends With Anxiety
Category: Anxiety
Day & Time: Mondays · 5:00 PM PT (8:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, non-judgmental space to talk about anxiety, PTSD, OCD, phobias, stressors, and trauma alongside others who truly understand.
Tuesday
Facing Your Phobias and Fears
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive online peer group created for individuals who live with fears, anxieties, and phobias that impact daily life.
Royal Shades
Category: Addiction / Mental Health
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Mental health support open to all. A royal court where each person is a distinct facet in a greater whole — it takes all voices to keep the universe in motion. United from every corner, coming together as one.
Writing to Heal
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together as a community to explore healing through journaling and creative expression. Writing as a tool for recovery and connection.
Healing Through Music
Category: General
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Join weekly for an hour of self-care and musical fun as the group explores different themes and connects through favorite music.
Heal Your Heart — Coping With Loss, Grief, and Bereavement
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-based support group aimed at exploring varying coping methods when overcoming grief, loss, and bereavement.
Peer Advocate Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 5:30 PM PT (8:30 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Sustaining Ourselves While Supporting Others. This group focuses on how peer advocates can nurture their own mental, emotional, and relational well-being. Passcode required — register only if you have one.
Wednesday
Dealing With Relationship Challenges
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges of navigating the ups and downs of relationships with friends, family, and partners. Discuss tools and solutions for building healthier connections.
We Are & She Is — The Group for ALL Women
Category: Women
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group created for and by all women, offering a safe space for connection, shared experience, and healing.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
Fun Times Group
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A lighthearted online support group where members come together to play games, enjoy trivia, and socialize in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. A space to connect and take a break from daily stress.
Grandma’s Remedies
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online group that promotes both mental and physical wellness through community connection and shared experiences. Together, drawing on the wisdom and comfort of time-honored traditions.
Tattered Flower: A Sexual Abuse Recovery Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A dedicated peer support group for those on the journey of recovery from sexual abuse. A safe, compassionate space for healing and community.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of sexual assault and abuse events. Members who may be triggered are encouraged to step away as needed.
Seeking Balance
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for individuals living with the challenges of both addiction and mental health concerns. A safe, welcoming space to share experiences, gain support, and build community.
Thursday
Wage Cage Survivors
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group dedicated to those healing from the emotional and mental toll of workplace trauma. A safe space for those who have experienced toxic work environments, burnout, or career-related distress.
OCD Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe and welcoming online peer community for those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Whether you experience intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or both, this group offers understanding and connection.
Invisible Victim
Category: Women
Day & Time: Thursdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for women navigating the invisible wounds of trauma, abuse, and intimate partner violence. A courageous space for healing and being truly seen.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
United & Living with Bipolar
Category: Bipolar
Day & Time: Thursdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where individuals living with bipolar disorder can come together in a safe, welcoming environment to share experiences and erase stigma through united community support.
Emotional Sobriety
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group dedicated to exploring the concepts and practices of emotional intelligence. Together, creating a foundation for emotional health and lasting recovery.
Friday
Building Blocks of Boundaries
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe haven where individuals in recovery come together on a journey of healing. Believing in the power of words to mend, uplift, and empower — guided journaling and peer connection.
Poetry Corner
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-run poetry group where members come together to share and heal through the spoken word. Write a poem, recite a favorite poet’s poem, or simply listen and be moved.
Shades of Hue: It Ends With Us
Category: Other — BIPOC Community
Day & Time: Fridays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group opening doors to the BIPOC community for healing, solidarity, and connection. THIS IS NOT AN ALLIES GROUP. This space is reserved for those who identify with the BIPOC community.
Empowerment Through Animals
Category: Other
Day & Time: Fridays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where people come together to share and learn about the powerful connection between humans and animals — and how that bond supports mental health and healing.
Live Love & Laugh (Living Your Best Life)
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Encourage each other with self-love, sharing experiences that unite us, as we explore paths of purpose and meaning — all while on the recovery journey.
Musical Recovery
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together in song, fellowship, and community. Through music, share recovery journeys and build bonds that support lasting healing.
Friends of the Manor
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A support group focused on engaging conversations about wellness and coping strategies in a warm, community-centered setting.
Saturday
Finding Recovery Through Art Expression
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Every second Saturday of the month — a two-hour group. The first hour explores the healing aspects of creative exploration in finding recovery. Open and welcoming to all.
Hearing Voices Network
Category: Other
Day & Time: Saturdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Hearing Voices Network: Voices & Intrusive Thoughts — a peer support community for those who hear voices or experience intrusive thoughts, offered without judgment.
Mind Right — Pocket Right
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Navigating life’s obstacles while learning to secure mental health through managing housing, creating budgets, and establishing credit. Practical tools for a stable and empowered life.
How to Reach Us / Access Information
PRPSN on HeyPeers: https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/
Create a Free HeyPeers Account: https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (323) 346-0960
Main Website: https://www.prpsn.org
About Project Return Peer Support Network
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN) is a unique mental health nonprofit originally founded in 1980 as part of Mental Health America Los Angeles, holding the distinction of being the first peer mental health program in California. PRPSN is now the largest and oldest peer-run, peer support organization serving people living with mental health issues in Los Angeles County. With the motto “Taking Charge Together,” PRPSN holds the belief that all people living with mental health challenges can recover — and that peers who share lived experience are uniquely positioned to support that journey.
Disclaimer
All peer support groups are offered free of charge and are confidential within group guidelines. Peer support is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, medical advice, legal counsel, or emergency services. Peer specialists are not therapists or licensed clinicians. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Information shared here is provided as a courtesy and is subject to change — always verify current schedules and availability at HeyPeers.com.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer’s Association operates a free, nationwide Helpline at 800.272.3900, connecting people living with dementia, caregivers, and families with live support, local resources, and crisis assistance in more than 200 languages. Trained Helpline Agents and master’s-level Care Consultants are available around the clock, 365 days a year, to help with everything from a new diagnosis to caregiver stress and care planning.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · 800.272.3900 — available day or night, every day of the year
Support Services & Contact Information
Live Chat — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · Typically available Monday–Saturday, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Online Contact Form — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · For non-urgent questions — response within 24 hours
E-News Sign-Up — https://www.alz.org/e-news · Weekly updates on Alzheimer’s care, support, and research
Website
Alzheimer’s Association — https://www.alz.org
About Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by Jerome H. Stone and a group of family caregivers who saw the need for an organization to unite caregivers, provide support, and advance research into the disease. It is headquartered in Chicago with chapters in communities nationwide.
The Association’s mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Association serves people living with dementia, caregivers, and families across the country through its 24/7 Helpline, local chapters, education programs, and support groups.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The event is organized and hosted by the listed organization, not by PeerGalaxy. Dates, times, and access links are subject to change — please confirm details with the organizer before attending.
Welcome to Well Connected
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Well Connected is a nationwide phone and online community that brings people age 60+
together to learn, laugh, and share experiences from the comfort of home.
Well Connected is a Front Porch service and is free of charge to individual members Front Porch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.
This is a community where you can explore, laugh, learn, and share experiences, building caring friendships along the way.
Well Connected is available 365 days a year, free of charge to participants 60 and up.
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Find a welcoming community and opportunities to engage with other older adults by phone or online. Our rewarding offerings include art, travel, music, reading, writing, support, meditation and more.
Catalog
Register Online
These programs are available by phone and online, for free, nationwide.
Questions? We’re here to help: 877-797-7299 / [email protected]
MOTIONS MATTER — BPD PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
Online Peer Support for People Living with Borderline Personality Disorder
“Recovery is possible. You are not alone.”
ABOUT THE SCHEDULE
Emotions Matter offers multiple peer support group sessions every month, covering four rotating recovery topics — Trust · Advocacy · Purpose · Community — as well as dedicated groups for LGBTQIA+ individuals and men. Meeting dates, times, and topics vary each month based on volunteer facilitator availability. No meetings are held on a fixed recurring day or time. New sessions are added to the calendar each month. Always check the current schedule and register directly at: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
WHO CAN JOIN
These groups are open to individuals personally impacted by Borderline Personality Disorder only. Groups are not open to family members, friends, or the general public, in order to protect the privacy of all participants. All groups are completely free. Registration is reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter before a Zoom link is issued.
HOW TO REGISTER
Each session has its own unique registration link listed below. The registration process is the same for all groups:
Step 1 — Click the registration link for the session you want to attend.
Step 2 — Complete the Zoom registration form. Your registration will be reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter.
Step 3 — Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and passcode for that specific meeting.
Step 4 — Join the Zoom waiting room 5 minutes before the meeting begins. The first 30 people to join the waiting room are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please register for no more than 3 groups per month to allow others to participate. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session — each event has its own link.
UPCOMING SESSIONS — APRIL 2026 (CONFIRMED)
All times listed in Pacific Time (PT). Sessions confirmed as of April 2026.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Monday, April 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 20)
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Open to LGBTQIA+ individuals personally impacted by BPD.
Register — LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group (April 21)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 22)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust · Facilitated by Chris & Antoinette
Monday, April 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 27)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 29)
ONGOING SESSIONS — MAY & JUNE 2026
May and June 2026 sessions have not yet been posted. Based on the March and April schedule, Emotions Matter typically offers 8 to 12 peer support group sessions per month, covering all four recovery topics plus specialty groups. New sessions are added to the calendar as facilitator availability is confirmed. To register for upcoming May and June sessions, visit: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
Registration for all sessions follows the same 4-step process described above. Each session has its own unique registration link. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session.
GROUP TYPES OFFERED
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust — Explores the role of trust in BPD recovery and relationships.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy — Peer strategies for navigating systems and advocating for yourself on the road to recovery.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Purpose — Identifies purposeful life activities and moves beyond BPD labels toward personal strengths.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Community — Builds connection, belonging, and community support among people impacted by BPD.
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group — A dedicated identity-affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with BPD.
BPD Men’s Peer Support Group — A dedicated peer support space for men personally impacted by BPD.
GROUP STRUCTURE & FORMAT
Each session runs 75 minutes and is divided into: a pre-group survey (5 min) · welcome and introductions (10 min) · community and safety guidelines (5 min) · peer-led recovery principle discussion (10 min) · open conversation (40 min) · closing and post-group survey (5 min). Each group is co-facilitated by two volunteers with lived experience of BPD. Facilitators are not licensed health care professionals and do not diagnose, counsel, or give advice.
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
All participants agree to the following guidelines at registration:
- Your safety and well-being, as well as the safety of the group, is important to us.
- Use respectful language. Words and body language matter — be mindful of how others may interpret your communication.
- Differences are accepted and valued, especially with regard to gender, sexual orientation, identity, race, ethnicity, age, religion, and politics.
- Respect confidentiality. No photographs of other participants.
- Avoid making assumptions about others’ experience of BPD. No judgment.
- Show kindness and compassion for others who are struggling.
- All are welcome to share, but participation is optional. No one person should monopolize group time.
- Avoid interrupting, which can make other participants feel invalidated.
- Avoid explicit expressions of self-harm or trauma, which may be upsetting to others.
- If you express concerns about your safety, support will be offered. If emotions escalate and the group is unable to comfort you, you will be encouraged to reach out to your support system or consult with a mental health professional.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Emotions Matter — Main Website — Programs, resources, and information about BPD and recovery
Current Group Schedule & Registration — View all upcoming sessions and register
Peer Support Groups Information — Full details on how groups work, eligibility, and what to expect
Group Guidelines & Community Standards — Safety and participation guidelines for all groups
Crisis Resources — If you need immediate support between sessions
Volunteer Peer Facilitator Information — Learn how to become a volunteer group facilitator
[email protected] · 516-350-8387 — Contact Emotions Matter with questions or concerns
ABOUT EMOTIONS MATTER
Emotions Matter, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder and their families. Founded in 2015 — more than 10 years of experience — the organization’s mission is to increase awareness of BPD, reduce stigma, and provide free peer support resources developed by and for people with lived experience. Emotions Matter serves thousands of people affected by BPD each year through its peer-led online support group program. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7642, Garden City, New York 11530.
DISCLAIMER
All services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. Groups are facilitated by volunteers with lived experience — not licensed health care professionals. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows is an online support community created by Mary Francis—widow, author, coach, and certified grief recovery specialist—to help you feel heard, understood, and less alone as you rebuild your life after loss. The organization focuses on recovery and healing rather than grief and death alone, offering compassionate support from widows who truly understand.
Support Offerings
The Sisterhood of Widows—Private Group for Widows
A safe, women-only private Facebook community where widows of all ages and all widow types gather to share, support, and encourage one another. Members discuss coping with anger, guilt, loneliness, and life rebuilding questions. The group welcomes widows regardless of when they were widowed, the circumstances of their loss, or their marital history. No men are admitted to this community.
Format: Virtual (private Facebook group)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/978959175474991/
Blog Archive—15 Years of Grief Support Writing
An extensive archive of Mary Francis’s writings spanning 2010–2025, containing guidance, encouragement, and personal insights on widowhood. This preserved collection remains available as a resource to return to whenever needed. Topics include healing after loss, dealing with difficult emotions, rebuilding life, and understanding the widow journey. While the blog no longer includes new posts, the entire archive is freely accessible for ongoing support and learning.
Format: On-demand (online archive)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Online Archive — https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com
Additional Resources
Primary Resources and Contact Information
The Sisterhood of Widows—https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com · Main website with blog archive and group access information
About The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows was created to address a critical gap in grief support services: the unique and often isolating experience of widowhood. Founded by Mary Francis, who was widowed at age fifty, the organization began with a mission to help widows feel less alone and more supported as they navigate the complex journey of grief and recovery.
Mary Francis brings both personal lived experience and professional expertise to this work. She is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and Early Intervention Field Traumatologist who has dedicated her career to supporting widows around the world. Her approach emphasizes that grief is emotional, not intellectual, and that all feelings associated with loss are normal and natural. She rejects harmful myths about grief—such as the notion that time alone heals all wounds or that grieving people should simply stay busy—and instead offers practical, compassionate guidance grounded in the widow experience.
The Sisterhood serves widows of all backgrounds, life stages, and circumstances. Members include young and older widows, those newly grieving and those widowed for years, widows who plan never to remarry and those who are actively dating or remarried. Widows welcome include those widowed by cancer, accident, suicide, and other causes; those from perfect, struggling, or difficult marriages; and those in legal marriages, common-law partnerships, engagements, or same-sex partnerships. This inclusive approach recognizes that widows are a diverse group with unique but equally valid experiences.
The Sisterhood offers two primary support channels: a women-only private Facebook community where members share small victories and difficult days, offer encouragement, and provide practical tips for handling paperwork, holidays, and everyday life after loss; and a preserved blog archive spanning 2010–2025 containing years of Mary’s writing on grief recovery, healing, emotional processing, and rebuilding life. Both resources are free and available 24/7, ensuring that widows can access support whenever they need it.
LÍNEA DIRECTA
Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860
CANADÁ (877) 330-8336
Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST
Línea directa in español
La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.
Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.
Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN)
Free Online Peer Support Groups — Mental Health · Recovery · Wellness
“Taking Charge Together”
How to Attend a PRPSN Group on HeyPeers
Step 1 — Create Your Free Account
Visit https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up and create a free account. Enter your first name, last name, and choose a username and password. Account creation is free.
Step 2 — Go to the PRPSN Group Page
Once logged in, visit the PRPSN page at https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/ to view all scheduled meetings.
Step 3 — Register for a Group
Scroll through the schedule and click on the group you are interested in to view its details. If seats are available, click Register to attend. All groups have a maximum attendance cap. You will receive a confirmation email after registering.
Step 4 — Join the Meeting
When it is time for your group, click Join through the link in your confirmation email or under My Meetings in your account. Enter your name as you would like it to appear in the meeting, then click Press Here to Join. A standard Zoom meeting will open. Please do not join anonymously unless a specific group permits it.
HeyPeers is available on desktop browsers and as a mobile app for iPhone. Groups are capped for attendance — register early to secure your seat.
Weekly Online Support Group Schedule
All times shown in Pacific Time (PT) with Eastern Time (ET) in parentheses · All groups are FREE · Platform: Zoom
Note: Hours and availability subject to change. Check HeyPeers.com for current schedules and seat availability.
Sunday
Art Intake for Mental Wellness
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the benefits of art and creativity for mental health wellness. An interactive group encouraging creative ways to nurture mental well-being.
Sunday Writing
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Share writing through spoken word, using poetry as a means of fostering hope and recovery within the community. Pick up your pen and join in.
Journaling with Writing Prompts
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Use prompts to journal your way through your mental health in a supportive peer environment.
Monday
Dealing With Anger
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges we face while dealing with anger. Discuss solutions and healthy ways of channeling and resolving anger issues — both healthy and constructive approaches.
Real Talk
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, confidential space to keep it real with your peers. Connect for support, learn about self-advocacy, and receive connection to local resources.
Finding the Message Through the Mess
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe space for those living with suicidal thoughts or who have survived suicide attempts. Come together to support one another on the journey toward healing and hope.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Content may include discussion of suicidal ideation. For immediate crisis support, call or text 988.
No Limits, No Boundaries
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive space to encourage one another as we discuss how we overcome any mental health and/or disabilities we may face in our lives.
Grief and Loss Group
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Mondays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Coping with the loss of someone or something you love is one of life’s biggest challenges. You are not alone. Join this peer-led group to connect with others who understand.
Making Friends With Anxiety
Category: Anxiety
Day & Time: Mondays · 5:00 PM PT (8:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, non-judgmental space to talk about anxiety, PTSD, OCD, phobias, stressors, and trauma alongside others who truly understand.
Tuesday
Facing Your Phobias and Fears
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive online peer group created for individuals who live with fears, anxieties, and phobias that impact daily life.
Royal Shades
Category: Addiction / Mental Health
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Mental health support open to all. A royal court where each person is a distinct facet in a greater whole — it takes all voices to keep the universe in motion. United from every corner, coming together as one.
Writing to Heal
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together as a community to explore healing through journaling and creative expression. Writing as a tool for recovery and connection.
Healing Through Music
Category: General
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Join weekly for an hour of self-care and musical fun as the group explores different themes and connects through favorite music.
Heal Your Heart — Coping With Loss, Grief, and Bereavement
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-based support group aimed at exploring varying coping methods when overcoming grief, loss, and bereavement.
Peer Advocate Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 5:30 PM PT (8:30 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Sustaining Ourselves While Supporting Others. This group focuses on how peer advocates can nurture their own mental, emotional, and relational well-being. Passcode required — register only if you have one.
Wednesday
Dealing With Relationship Challenges
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges of navigating the ups and downs of relationships with friends, family, and partners. Discuss tools and solutions for building healthier connections.
We Are & She Is — The Group for ALL Women
Category: Women
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group created for and by all women, offering a safe space for connection, shared experience, and healing.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
Fun Times Group
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A lighthearted online support group where members come together to play games, enjoy trivia, and socialize in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. A space to connect and take a break from daily stress.
Grandma’s Remedies
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online group that promotes both mental and physical wellness through community connection and shared experiences. Together, drawing on the wisdom and comfort of time-honored traditions.
Tattered Flower: A Sexual Abuse Recovery Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A dedicated peer support group for those on the journey of recovery from sexual abuse. A safe, compassionate space for healing and community.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of sexual assault and abuse events. Members who may be triggered are encouraged to step away as needed.
Seeking Balance
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for individuals living with the challenges of both addiction and mental health concerns. A safe, welcoming space to share experiences, gain support, and build community.
Thursday
Wage Cage Survivors
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group dedicated to those healing from the emotional and mental toll of workplace trauma. A safe space for those who have experienced toxic work environments, burnout, or career-related distress.
OCD Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe and welcoming online peer community for those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Whether you experience intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or both, this group offers understanding and connection.
Invisible Victim
Category: Women
Day & Time: Thursdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for women navigating the invisible wounds of trauma, abuse, and intimate partner violence. A courageous space for healing and being truly seen.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
United & Living with Bipolar
Category: Bipolar
Day & Time: Thursdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where individuals living with bipolar disorder can come together in a safe, welcoming environment to share experiences and erase stigma through united community support.
Emotional Sobriety
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group dedicated to exploring the concepts and practices of emotional intelligence. Together, creating a foundation for emotional health and lasting recovery.
Friday
Building Blocks of Boundaries
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe haven where individuals in recovery come together on a journey of healing. Believing in the power of words to mend, uplift, and empower — guided journaling and peer connection.
Poetry Corner
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-run poetry group where members come together to share and heal through the spoken word. Write a poem, recite a favorite poet’s poem, or simply listen and be moved.
Shades of Hue: It Ends With Us
Category: Other — BIPOC Community
Day & Time: Fridays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group opening doors to the BIPOC community for healing, solidarity, and connection. THIS IS NOT AN ALLIES GROUP. This space is reserved for those who identify with the BIPOC community.
Empowerment Through Animals
Category: Other
Day & Time: Fridays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where people come together to share and learn about the powerful connection between humans and animals — and how that bond supports mental health and healing.
Live Love & Laugh (Living Your Best Life)
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Encourage each other with self-love, sharing experiences that unite us, as we explore paths of purpose and meaning — all while on the recovery journey.
Musical Recovery
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together in song, fellowship, and community. Through music, share recovery journeys and build bonds that support lasting healing.
Friends of the Manor
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A support group focused on engaging conversations about wellness and coping strategies in a warm, community-centered setting.
Saturday
Finding Recovery Through Art Expression
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Every second Saturday of the month — a two-hour group. The first hour explores the healing aspects of creative exploration in finding recovery. Open and welcoming to all.
Hearing Voices Network
Category: Other
Day & Time: Saturdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Hearing Voices Network: Voices & Intrusive Thoughts — a peer support community for those who hear voices or experience intrusive thoughts, offered without judgment.
Mind Right — Pocket Right
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Navigating life’s obstacles while learning to secure mental health through managing housing, creating budgets, and establishing credit. Practical tools for a stable and empowered life.
How to Reach Us / Access Information
PRPSN on HeyPeers: https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/
Create a Free HeyPeers Account: https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (323) 346-0960
Main Website: https://www.prpsn.org
About Project Return Peer Support Network
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN) is a unique mental health nonprofit originally founded in 1980 as part of Mental Health America Los Angeles, holding the distinction of being the first peer mental health program in California. PRPSN is now the largest and oldest peer-run, peer support organization serving people living with mental health issues in Los Angeles County. With the motto “Taking Charge Together,” PRPSN holds the belief that all people living with mental health challenges can recover — and that peers who share lived experience are uniquely positioned to support that journey.
Disclaimer
All peer support groups are offered free of charge and are confidential within group guidelines. Peer support is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, medical advice, legal counsel, or emergency services. Peer specialists are not therapists or licensed clinicians. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Information shared here is provided as a courtesy and is subject to change — always verify current schedules and availability at HeyPeers.com.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer’s Association operates a free, nationwide Helpline at 800.272.3900, connecting people living with dementia, caregivers, and families with live support, local resources, and crisis assistance in more than 200 languages. Trained Helpline Agents and master’s-level Care Consultants are available around the clock, 365 days a year, to help with everything from a new diagnosis to caregiver stress and care planning.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · 800.272.3900 — available day or night, every day of the year
Support Services & Contact Information
Live Chat — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · Typically available Monday–Saturday, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Online Contact Form — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · For non-urgent questions — response within 24 hours
E-News Sign-Up — https://www.alz.org/e-news · Weekly updates on Alzheimer’s care, support, and research
Website
Alzheimer’s Association — https://www.alz.org
About Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by Jerome H. Stone and a group of family caregivers who saw the need for an organization to unite caregivers, provide support, and advance research into the disease. It is headquartered in Chicago with chapters in communities nationwide.
The Association’s mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Association serves people living with dementia, caregivers, and families across the country through its 24/7 Helpline, local chapters, education programs, and support groups.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The event is organized and hosted by the listed organization, not by PeerGalaxy. Dates, times, and access links are subject to change — please confirm details with the organizer before attending.
Welcome to Well Connected
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Well Connected is a nationwide phone and online community that brings people age 60+
together to learn, laugh, and share experiences from the comfort of home.
Well Connected is a Front Porch service and is free of charge to individual members Front Porch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.
This is a community where you can explore, laugh, learn, and share experiences, building caring friendships along the way.
Well Connected is available 365 days a year, free of charge to participants 60 and up.
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Find a welcoming community and opportunities to engage with other older adults by phone or online. Our rewarding offerings include art, travel, music, reading, writing, support, meditation and more.
Catalog
Register Online
These programs are available by phone and online, for free, nationwide.
Questions? We’re here to help: 877-797-7299 / [email protected]
MOTIONS MATTER — BPD PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
Online Peer Support for People Living with Borderline Personality Disorder
“Recovery is possible. You are not alone.”
ABOUT THE SCHEDULE
Emotions Matter offers multiple peer support group sessions every month, covering four rotating recovery topics — Trust · Advocacy · Purpose · Community — as well as dedicated groups for LGBTQIA+ individuals and men. Meeting dates, times, and topics vary each month based on volunteer facilitator availability. No meetings are held on a fixed recurring day or time. New sessions are added to the calendar each month. Always check the current schedule and register directly at: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
WHO CAN JOIN
These groups are open to individuals personally impacted by Borderline Personality Disorder only. Groups are not open to family members, friends, or the general public, in order to protect the privacy of all participants. All groups are completely free. Registration is reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter before a Zoom link is issued.
HOW TO REGISTER
Each session has its own unique registration link listed below. The registration process is the same for all groups:
Step 1 — Click the registration link for the session you want to attend.
Step 2 — Complete the Zoom registration form. Your registration will be reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter.
Step 3 — Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and passcode for that specific meeting.
Step 4 — Join the Zoom waiting room 5 minutes before the meeting begins. The first 30 people to join the waiting room are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please register for no more than 3 groups per month to allow others to participate. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session — each event has its own link.
UPCOMING SESSIONS — APRIL 2026 (CONFIRMED)
All times listed in Pacific Time (PT). Sessions confirmed as of April 2026.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Monday, April 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 20)
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Open to LGBTQIA+ individuals personally impacted by BPD.
Register — LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group (April 21)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 22)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust · Facilitated by Chris & Antoinette
Monday, April 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 27)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 29)
ONGOING SESSIONS — MAY & JUNE 2026
May and June 2026 sessions have not yet been posted. Based on the March and April schedule, Emotions Matter typically offers 8 to 12 peer support group sessions per month, covering all four recovery topics plus specialty groups. New sessions are added to the calendar as facilitator availability is confirmed. To register for upcoming May and June sessions, visit: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
Registration for all sessions follows the same 4-step process described above. Each session has its own unique registration link. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session.
GROUP TYPES OFFERED
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust — Explores the role of trust in BPD recovery and relationships.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy — Peer strategies for navigating systems and advocating for yourself on the road to recovery.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Purpose — Identifies purposeful life activities and moves beyond BPD labels toward personal strengths.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Community — Builds connection, belonging, and community support among people impacted by BPD.
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group — A dedicated identity-affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with BPD.
BPD Men’s Peer Support Group — A dedicated peer support space for men personally impacted by BPD.
GROUP STRUCTURE & FORMAT
Each session runs 75 minutes and is divided into: a pre-group survey (5 min) · welcome and introductions (10 min) · community and safety guidelines (5 min) · peer-led recovery principle discussion (10 min) · open conversation (40 min) · closing and post-group survey (5 min). Each group is co-facilitated by two volunteers with lived experience of BPD. Facilitators are not licensed health care professionals and do not diagnose, counsel, or give advice.
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
All participants agree to the following guidelines at registration:
- Your safety and well-being, as well as the safety of the group, is important to us.
- Use respectful language. Words and body language matter — be mindful of how others may interpret your communication.
- Differences are accepted and valued, especially with regard to gender, sexual orientation, identity, race, ethnicity, age, religion, and politics.
- Respect confidentiality. No photographs of other participants.
- Avoid making assumptions about others’ experience of BPD. No judgment.
- Show kindness and compassion for others who are struggling.
- All are welcome to share, but participation is optional. No one person should monopolize group time.
- Avoid interrupting, which can make other participants feel invalidated.
- Avoid explicit expressions of self-harm or trauma, which may be upsetting to others.
- If you express concerns about your safety, support will be offered. If emotions escalate and the group is unable to comfort you, you will be encouraged to reach out to your support system or consult with a mental health professional.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Emotions Matter — Main Website — Programs, resources, and information about BPD and recovery
Current Group Schedule & Registration — View all upcoming sessions and register
Peer Support Groups Information — Full details on how groups work, eligibility, and what to expect
Group Guidelines & Community Standards — Safety and participation guidelines for all groups
Crisis Resources — If you need immediate support between sessions
Volunteer Peer Facilitator Information — Learn how to become a volunteer group facilitator
[email protected] · 516-350-8387 — Contact Emotions Matter with questions or concerns
ABOUT EMOTIONS MATTER
Emotions Matter, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder and their families. Founded in 2015 — more than 10 years of experience — the organization’s mission is to increase awareness of BPD, reduce stigma, and provide free peer support resources developed by and for people with lived experience. Emotions Matter serves thousands of people affected by BPD each year through its peer-led online support group program. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7642, Garden City, New York 11530.
DISCLAIMER
All services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. Groups are facilitated by volunteers with lived experience — not licensed health care professionals. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows is an online support community created by Mary Francis—widow, author, coach, and certified grief recovery specialist—to help you feel heard, understood, and less alone as you rebuild your life after loss. The organization focuses on recovery and healing rather than grief and death alone, offering compassionate support from widows who truly understand.
Support Offerings
The Sisterhood of Widows—Private Group for Widows
A safe, women-only private Facebook community where widows of all ages and all widow types gather to share, support, and encourage one another. Members discuss coping with anger, guilt, loneliness, and life rebuilding questions. The group welcomes widows regardless of when they were widowed, the circumstances of their loss, or their marital history. No men are admitted to this community.
Format: Virtual (private Facebook group)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/978959175474991/
Blog Archive—15 Years of Grief Support Writing
An extensive archive of Mary Francis’s writings spanning 2010–2025, containing guidance, encouragement, and personal insights on widowhood. This preserved collection remains available as a resource to return to whenever needed. Topics include healing after loss, dealing with difficult emotions, rebuilding life, and understanding the widow journey. While the blog no longer includes new posts, the entire archive is freely accessible for ongoing support and learning.
Format: On-demand (online archive)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Online Archive — https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com
Additional Resources
Primary Resources and Contact Information
The Sisterhood of Widows—https://www.sisterhoodofwidows.com · Main website with blog archive and group access information
About The Sisterhood of Widows
The Sisterhood of Widows was created to address a critical gap in grief support services: the unique and often isolating experience of widowhood. Founded by Mary Francis, who was widowed at age fifty, the organization began with a mission to help widows feel less alone and more supported as they navigate the complex journey of grief and recovery.
Mary Francis brings both personal lived experience and professional expertise to this work. She is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and Early Intervention Field Traumatologist who has dedicated her career to supporting widows around the world. Her approach emphasizes that grief is emotional, not intellectual, and that all feelings associated with loss are normal and natural. She rejects harmful myths about grief—such as the notion that time alone heals all wounds or that grieving people should simply stay busy—and instead offers practical, compassionate guidance grounded in the widow experience.
The Sisterhood serves widows of all backgrounds, life stages, and circumstances. Members include young and older widows, those newly grieving and those widowed for years, widows who plan never to remarry and those who are actively dating or remarried. Widows welcome include those widowed by cancer, accident, suicide, and other causes; those from perfect, struggling, or difficult marriages; and those in legal marriages, common-law partnerships, engagements, or same-sex partnerships. This inclusive approach recognizes that widows are a diverse group with unique but equally valid experiences.
The Sisterhood offers two primary support channels: a women-only private Facebook community where members share small victories and difficult days, offer encouragement, and provide practical tips for handling paperwork, holidays, and everyday life after loss; and a preserved blog archive spanning 2010–2025 containing years of Mary’s writing on grief recovery, healing, emotional processing, and rebuilding life. Both resources are free and available 24/7, ensuring that widows can access support whenever they need it.
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN)
Free Online Peer Support Groups — Mental Health · Recovery · Wellness
“Taking Charge Together”
How to Attend a PRPSN Group on HeyPeers
Step 1 — Create Your Free Account
Visit https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up and create a free account. Enter your first name, last name, and choose a username and password. Account creation is free.
Step 2 — Go to the PRPSN Group Page
Once logged in, visit the PRPSN page at https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/ to view all scheduled meetings.
Step 3 — Register for a Group
Scroll through the schedule and click on the group you are interested in to view its details. If seats are available, click Register to attend. All groups have a maximum attendance cap. You will receive a confirmation email after registering.
Step 4 — Join the Meeting
When it is time for your group, click Join through the link in your confirmation email or under My Meetings in your account. Enter your name as you would like it to appear in the meeting, then click Press Here to Join. A standard Zoom meeting will open. Please do not join anonymously unless a specific group permits it.
HeyPeers is available on desktop browsers and as a mobile app for iPhone. Groups are capped for attendance — register early to secure your seat.
Weekly Online Support Group Schedule
All times shown in Pacific Time (PT) with Eastern Time (ET) in parentheses · All groups are FREE · Platform: Zoom
Note: Hours and availability subject to change. Check HeyPeers.com for current schedules and seat availability.
Sunday
Art Intake for Mental Wellness
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the benefits of art and creativity for mental health wellness. An interactive group encouraging creative ways to nurture mental well-being.
Sunday Writing
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Share writing through spoken word, using poetry as a means of fostering hope and recovery within the community. Pick up your pen and join in.
Journaling with Writing Prompts
Category: General
Day & Time: Sundays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Use prompts to journal your way through your mental health in a supportive peer environment.
Monday
Dealing With Anger
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges we face while dealing with anger. Discuss solutions and healthy ways of channeling and resolving anger issues — both healthy and constructive approaches.
Real Talk
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, confidential space to keep it real with your peers. Connect for support, learn about self-advocacy, and receive connection to local resources.
Finding the Message Through the Mess
Category: Other
Day & Time: Mondays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe space for those living with suicidal thoughts or who have survived suicide attempts. Come together to support one another on the journey toward healing and hope.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Content may include discussion of suicidal ideation. For immediate crisis support, call or text 988.
No Limits, No Boundaries
Category: General
Day & Time: Mondays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive space to encourage one another as we discuss how we overcome any mental health and/or disabilities we may face in our lives.
Grief and Loss Group
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Mondays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Coping with the loss of someone or something you love is one of life’s biggest challenges. You are not alone. Join this peer-led group to connect with others who understand.
Making Friends With Anxiety
Category: Anxiety
Day & Time: Mondays · 5:00 PM PT (8:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe, non-judgmental space to talk about anxiety, PTSD, OCD, phobias, stressors, and trauma alongside others who truly understand.
Tuesday
Facing Your Phobias and Fears
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A supportive online peer group created for individuals who live with fears, anxieties, and phobias that impact daily life.
Royal Shades
Category: Addiction / Mental Health
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Mental health support open to all. A royal court where each person is a distinct facet in a greater whole — it takes all voices to keep the universe in motion. United from every corner, coming together as one.
Writing to Heal
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together as a community to explore healing through journaling and creative expression. Writing as a tool for recovery and connection.
Healing Through Music
Category: General
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Join weekly for an hour of self-care and musical fun as the group explores different themes and connects through favorite music.
Heal Your Heart — Coping With Loss, Grief, and Bereavement
Category: Grief & Loss
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-based support group aimed at exploring varying coping methods when overcoming grief, loss, and bereavement.
Peer Advocate Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 5:30 PM PT (8:30 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Sustaining Ourselves While Supporting Others. This group focuses on how peer advocates can nurture their own mental, emotional, and relational well-being. Passcode required — register only if you have one.
Wednesday
Dealing With Relationship Challenges
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Explore the various challenges of navigating the ups and downs of relationships with friends, family, and partners. Discuss tools and solutions for building healthier connections.
We Are & She Is — The Group for ALL Women
Category: Women
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group created for and by all women, offering a safe space for connection, shared experience, and healing.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
Fun Times Group
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A lighthearted online support group where members come together to play games, enjoy trivia, and socialize in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. A space to connect and take a break from daily stress.
Grandma’s Remedies
Category: General
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online group that promotes both mental and physical wellness through community connection and shared experiences. Together, drawing on the wisdom and comfort of time-honored traditions.
Tattered Flower: A Sexual Abuse Recovery Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A dedicated peer support group for those on the journey of recovery from sexual abuse. A safe, compassionate space for healing and community.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of sexual assault and abuse events. Members who may be triggered are encouraged to step away as needed.
Seeking Balance
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Wednesdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for individuals living with the challenges of both addiction and mental health concerns. A safe, welcoming space to share experiences, gain support, and build community.
Thursday
Wage Cage Survivors
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group dedicated to those healing from the emotional and mental toll of workplace trauma. A safe space for those who have experienced toxic work environments, burnout, or career-related distress.
OCD Support Group
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe and welcoming online peer community for those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Whether you experience intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or both, this group offers understanding and connection.
Invisible Victim
Category: Women
Day & Time: Thursdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group for women navigating the invisible wounds of trauma, abuse, and intimate partner violence. A courageous space for healing and being truly seen.
⚠ TRIGGER WARNING: May include discussion of assault, abuse, and intimate partner violence.
United & Living with Bipolar
Category: Bipolar
Day & Time: Thursdays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where individuals living with bipolar disorder can come together in a safe, welcoming environment to share experiences and erase stigma through united community support.
Emotional Sobriety
Category: Other
Day & Time: Thursdays · 4:00 PM PT (7:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group dedicated to exploring the concepts and practices of emotional intelligence. Together, creating a foundation for emotional health and lasting recovery.
Friday
Building Blocks of Boundaries
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A safe haven where individuals in recovery come together on a journey of healing. Believing in the power of words to mend, uplift, and empower — guided journaling and peer connection.
Poetry Corner
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer-run poetry group where members come together to share and heal through the spoken word. Write a poem, recite a favorite poet’s poem, or simply listen and be moved.
Shades of Hue: It Ends With Us
Category: Other — BIPOC Community
Day & Time: Fridays · 11:00 AM PT (2:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A peer support group opening doors to the BIPOC community for healing, solidarity, and connection. THIS IS NOT AN ALLIES GROUP. This space is reserved for those who identify with the BIPOC community.
Empowerment Through Animals
Category: Other
Day & Time: Fridays · 12:00 PM PT (3:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
An online peer support group where people come together to share and learn about the powerful connection between humans and animals — and how that bond supports mental health and healing.
Live Love & Laugh (Living Your Best Life)
Category: Addiction
Day & Time: Fridays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Encourage each other with self-love, sharing experiences that unite us, as we explore paths of purpose and meaning — all while on the recovery journey.
Musical Recovery
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Come together in song, fellowship, and community. Through music, share recovery journeys and build bonds that support lasting healing.
Friends of the Manor
Category: General
Day & Time: Fridays · 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
A support group focused on engaging conversations about wellness and coping strategies in a warm, community-centered setting.
Saturday
Finding Recovery Through Art Expression
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Every second Saturday of the month — a two-hour group. The first hour explores the healing aspects of creative exploration in finding recovery. Open and welcoming to all.
Hearing Voices Network
Category: Other
Day & Time: Saturdays · 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Hearing Voices Network: Voices & Intrusive Thoughts — a peer support community for those who hear voices or experience intrusive thoughts, offered without judgment.
Mind Right — Pocket Right
Category: General
Day & Time: Saturdays · 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET)
Cost: FREE
Platform: Zoom
Navigating life’s obstacles while learning to secure mental health through managing housing, creating budgets, and establishing credit. Practical tools for a stable and empowered life.
How to Reach Us / Access Information
PRPSN on HeyPeers: https://heypeers.com/organizations/127/
Create a Free HeyPeers Account: https://www.heypeers.com/members/sign_up
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (323) 346-0960
Main Website: https://www.prpsn.org
About Project Return Peer Support Network
Project Return Peer Support Network (PRPSN) is a unique mental health nonprofit originally founded in 1980 as part of Mental Health America Los Angeles, holding the distinction of being the first peer mental health program in California. PRPSN is now the largest and oldest peer-run, peer support organization serving people living with mental health issues in Los Angeles County. With the motto “Taking Charge Together,” PRPSN holds the belief that all people living with mental health challenges can recover — and that peers who share lived experience are uniquely positioned to support that journey.
Disclaimer
All peer support groups are offered free of charge and are confidential within group guidelines. Peer support is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, medical advice, legal counsel, or emergency services. Peer specialists are not therapists or licensed clinicians. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Information shared here is provided as a courtesy and is subject to change — always verify current schedules and availability at HeyPeers.com.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer’s Association operates a free, nationwide Helpline at 800.272.3900, connecting people living with dementia, caregivers, and families with live support, local resources, and crisis assistance in more than 200 languages. Trained Helpline Agents and master’s-level Care Consultants are available around the clock, 365 days a year, to help with everything from a new diagnosis to caregiver stress and care planning.
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · 800.272.3900 — available day or night, every day of the year
Support Services & Contact Information
Live Chat — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · Typically available Monday–Saturday, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Online Contact Form — https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline · For non-urgent questions — response within 24 hours
E-News Sign-Up — https://www.alz.org/e-news · Weekly updates on Alzheimer’s care, support, and research
Website
Alzheimer’s Association — https://www.alz.org
About Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by Jerome H. Stone and a group of family caregivers who saw the need for an organization to unite caregivers, provide support, and advance research into the disease. It is headquartered in Chicago with chapters in communities nationwide.
The Association’s mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Association serves people living with dementia, caregivers, and families across the country through its 24/7 Helpline, local chapters, education programs, and support groups.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The event is organized and hosted by the listed organization, not by PeerGalaxy. Dates, times, and access links are subject to change — please confirm details with the organizer before attending.
Welcome to Well Connected
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Well Connected is a nationwide phone and online community that brings people age 60+
together to learn, laugh, and share experiences from the comfort of home.
Well Connected is a Front Porch service and is free of charge to individual members Front Porch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.
This is a community where you can explore, laugh, learn, and share experiences, building caring friendships along the way.
Well Connected is available 365 days a year, free of charge to participants 60 and up.
Call us directly at 877-797-7299.
Find a welcoming community and opportunities to engage with other older adults by phone or online. Our rewarding offerings include art, travel, music, reading, writing, support, meditation and more.
Catalog
Register Online
These programs are available by phone and online, for free, nationwide.
Questions? We’re here to help: 877-797-7299 / [email protected]
MOTIONS MATTER — BPD PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
Online Peer Support for People Living with Borderline Personality Disorder
“Recovery is possible. You are not alone.”
ABOUT THE SCHEDULE
Emotions Matter offers multiple peer support group sessions every month, covering four rotating recovery topics — Trust · Advocacy · Purpose · Community — as well as dedicated groups for LGBTQIA+ individuals and men. Meeting dates, times, and topics vary each month based on volunteer facilitator availability. No meetings are held on a fixed recurring day or time. New sessions are added to the calendar each month. Always check the current schedule and register directly at: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
WHO CAN JOIN
These groups are open to individuals personally impacted by Borderline Personality Disorder only. Groups are not open to family members, friends, or the general public, in order to protect the privacy of all participants. All groups are completely free. Registration is reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter before a Zoom link is issued.
HOW TO REGISTER
Each session has its own unique registration link listed below. The registration process is the same for all groups:
Step 1 — Click the registration link for the session you want to attend.
Step 2 — Complete the Zoom registration form. Your registration will be reviewed and approved by Emotions Matter.
Step 3 — Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and passcode for that specific meeting.
Step 4 — Join the Zoom waiting room 5 minutes before the meeting begins. The first 30 people to join the waiting room are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please register for no more than 3 groups per month to allow others to participate. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session — each event has its own link.
UPCOMING SESSIONS — APRIL 2026 (CONFIRMED)
All times listed in Pacific Time (PT). Sessions confirmed as of April 2026.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Monday, April 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 20)
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Open to LGBTQIA+ individuals personally impacted by BPD.
Register — LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group (April 21)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 22)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust · Facilitated by Chris & Antoinette
Monday, April 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Trust (April 27)
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PT · 75 minutes · FREE · Zoom
Register — BPD Peer Support Group: Advocacy (April 29)
ONGOING SESSIONS — MAY & JUNE 2026
May and June 2026 sessions have not yet been posted. Based on the March and April schedule, Emotions Matter typically offers 8 to 12 peer support group sessions per month, covering all four recovery topics plus specialty groups. New sessions are added to the calendar as facilitator availability is confirmed. To register for upcoming May and June sessions, visit: Emotions Matter Peer Support Groups Registration.
Registration for all sessions follows the same 4-step process described above. Each session has its own unique registration link. Do not use a prior session’s Zoom link for a new session.
GROUP TYPES OFFERED
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Trust — Explores the role of trust in BPD recovery and relationships.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Advocacy — Peer strategies for navigating systems and advocating for yourself on the road to recovery.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Purpose — Identifies purposeful life activities and moves beyond BPD labels toward personal strengths.
BPD Peer Support Group — Topic: Community — Builds connection, belonging, and community support among people impacted by BPD.
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group — A dedicated identity-affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with BPD.
BPD Men’s Peer Support Group — A dedicated peer support space for men personally impacted by BPD.
GROUP STRUCTURE & FORMAT
Each session runs 75 minutes and is divided into: a pre-group survey (5 min) · welcome and introductions (10 min) · community and safety guidelines (5 min) · peer-led recovery principle discussion (10 min) · open conversation (40 min) · closing and post-group survey (5 min). Each group is co-facilitated by two volunteers with lived experience of BPD. Facilitators are not licensed health care professionals and do not diagnose, counsel, or give advice.
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
All participants agree to the following guidelines at registration:
- Your safety and well-being, as well as the safety of the group, is important to us.
- Use respectful language. Words and body language matter — be mindful of how others may interpret your communication.
- Differences are accepted and valued, especially with regard to gender, sexual orientation, identity, race, ethnicity, age, religion, and politics.
- Respect confidentiality. No photographs of other participants.
- Avoid making assumptions about others’ experience of BPD. No judgment.
- Show kindness and compassion for others who are struggling.
- All are welcome to share, but participation is optional. No one person should monopolize group time.
- Avoid interrupting, which can make other participants feel invalidated.
- Avoid explicit expressions of self-harm or trauma, which may be upsetting to others.
- If you express concerns about your safety, support will be offered. If emotions escalate and the group is unable to comfort you, you will be encouraged to reach out to your support system or consult with a mental health professional.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Emotions Matter — Main Website — Programs, resources, and information about BPD and recovery
Current Group Schedule & Registration — View all upcoming sessions and register
Peer Support Groups Information — Full details on how groups work, eligibility, and what to expect
Group Guidelines & Community Standards — Safety and participation guidelines for all groups
Crisis Resources — If you need immediate support between sessions
Volunteer Peer Facilitator Information — Learn how to become a volunteer group facilitator
[email protected] · 516-350-8387 — Contact Emotions Matter with questions or concerns
ABOUT EMOTIONS MATTER
Emotions Matter, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder and their families. Founded in 2015 — more than 10 years of experience — the organization’s mission is to increase awareness of BPD, reduce stigma, and provide free peer support resources developed by and for people with lived experience. Emotions Matter serves thousands of people affected by BPD each year through its peer-led online support group program. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7642, Garden City, New York 11530.
DISCLAIMER
All services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. Groups are facilitated by volunteers with lived experience — not licensed health care professionals. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.