Peer Support and Advocacy Network - Certified Peer Specialist
Offers connection to a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), who is an individual with lived mental health experience who has been trained and certified in the state of Pennsylvania on how to assist others in recovery and wellness. Certified Peer Specialists can: A) Assist in the development of strengths-based individual goals B) Serve as an advocate, mentor, or facilitator for resolution of issues that a peer is unable to resolve on their own C) Help to develop community supports D) Provide education on ways to maintain personal wellness and recovery E) Provide education on navigating the mental health system
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Physical Address
960 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Voice
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Application process
Call to request a referral form or download the PDF linked below.
Fee
Service provided free of charge.
Eligibility
Allegheny County residents 18 years of age or older with a mental health diagnosis.
Service area
Allegheny, PA
Agency info
Peer Support and Advocacy Network
Works to empower consumers to build a readily accessible community that works toward recovery in mind, body, spirit, and the elimination of stigma.