Association of volunteer Peer Support Specialists
We are a trauma-informed association where Peer Support Specialists that have lived experiences strive to provide support to peers in need. We guide to build community, practical independent living skills, and pathways to stability without judgment, expectations, no issue is to small or too big to reachout for resources.
Reach out
Have questions, want to become Peer Support Specialist volunteer, or need peer support? We’ll connect you to peers who understand.
Response times may vary; we are volunteer-powered.
Mission
Lighthouse Initiative Association advances healing and stability by organizing an association of Peer Support Specialaists who support peers in the way they need. Our mission is to provide trauma-informed connection, practical life skills, and community-led resources so people can navigate recovery, independence, and growth with dignity.
Programs
Peer- Led support groups
Facilitated peer- led groups where lived experience is honored and tools are shared in a safe, respectful space.
- Weekly small groups
- Options for survivors and allies
- Resource sharing and check-ins
Independent living skills
Hands-on support for stability: documents, budgeting, transportation, appointments, and resources for everyday problem-solving.
- One-to-one peer navigation
- Practical, step-by-step support
- Community referrals
Volunteer development
Mentorship to equip volunteers with certification to become Peer Support Specialist through ODMHSAS, Training to provide trauma-informed support, Assist in ethical peer support practices.
- Foundational trainings
- Shadowing and debriefs
- Code of conduct and boundaries
Get involved
Volunteer with us
Bring your lived experience, compassion, and reliability. We provide training, community, and clear roles.
- Peer support facilitators
- Outreach and events
- Operations and admin
Partner with us
We collaborate with non profit organizations in need of Peer Support Specialists, community outreach events. We are in search of locations to host Peer-Led support groups to provide independent living skills,reliable trauma informed service providers, and allies to expand access and impact to peers.
- Referrals and warm handoffs
- Co-hosted groups and trainings
- Shared outreach
Contact
We’re volunteer-led and respond as quickly as we can.
Please avoid sharing sensitive details over email. We’ll coordinate a safe way to connect.
Accessibility & safety
- Trauma-informed: Choice, consent, and agency guide our approach.
- Confidentiality: We protect your privacy within ethical and legal limits.
- Inclusion: All peers are welcome—no expectations, no judgment.