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Mental Health PEER Connection Support Groups

In-Person Support Groups @ WNYIL

The in-person support groups at WNYIL are held at:
WNYIL, Mental Health Peer Connection, 3108 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214
Located behind Jim’s Steak Out in the back parking lot. Look for the blue and white awning.

We are a scent free environment. Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfumes, colognes, oils, laundry detergent, or other products that are perfumed).

Hoarding 2 Healing

Where hoarding is transformed to healing through organizing lives one area at a time. Learn to organize, develop cleaning schedules, what it means to declutter – all in a judgement free space with a peer.

When
Every Monday
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration
Annie O’Neil, 716-529-3379

A2A Smart Recovery

Smart Recovery is peer support that helps individuals develop the skills needed to enter or maintain their recovery.

When
Every Monday and Thursday
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration
Tim Van Valkenburg, 716-931-2687 or 716-836-0822, ext. 135

Breaking Barriers to Employment

Peer run support group for those who are employed to help identify and overcome barriers to maintaining employment.

When
1st Friday of the month
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration
Zanus Cook, 716-836-0822, ext. 533 or 173

Mental Health Support Group

Open to anyone with any mental health challenge. Please call before attending for the first time.

When
Mondays
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Registration
Marie Therese Kersten, 716-435-0238

In-Person MHPC Forums

The in-person support groups at WNYIL are held at:
WNYIL, Mental Health Peer Connection, 3108 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214
Located behind Jim’s Steak Out in the back parking lot. Look for the blue and white awning.

We are a scent free environment. Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfumes, colognes, oils, laundry detergent, or other products that are perfumed).

MHPC Housing Forum

We invite guest speakers to help in educating individuals on housing rights, housing resources, and various other topics to address many of the housing barriers in our communities.

When
2nd Friday of the month

Registration
Contact one of our Life Coaches to register at 716-836-0822
Brooks, ext. 183        Ashanti, ext. 160
Denise, ext. 169        Annie, ext. 144

F2F Grief & Loss Family Forum

Have you lost someone due to an overdose? Do you have a loved one in active use, and you do not know where they are for long periods of time? You are not alone. Our Family-to-Family staff can offer ongoing peer support services and connect you with additional services and support.

When
3rd Monday of the month
2:00pm-3:00pm

Registration
Cathie Campbell at 716-836-0822, ext. 139

Virtual/Hybrid Support Groups

Open Mic: Freedom of Expression – Starting August 7, 2025

People can freely express themselves through spoken word, singing, playing musical instruments, theater, dance and comedy.

When
1st & 3rd Thursdays
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration
Lisa Maria Cruz, 716-836-0822 ext. 509 or lisamariacruz@wnyil.org

Elevate: Peer Support & Wellness

A peer run support group that gives individuals a safe space to share experiences and develop coping strategies.

When
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Registration
RSVP with one of our Life Coaches at 716-836-0822

Housing Barriers

Support group designed to assist with housing barriers so when housing is obtained it can be maintained.

When
1st & 3rd Fridays
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Registration
RSVP with one of our Life Coaches at 716-836-0822

Socialization Barriers

Is socializing a challenge for you? Come and explore socialization barriers so you can overcome them with your PEERS. Help one another … You are not alone.

When
1st and 3rd Mondays
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Registration
RSVP with one of our Life Coaches at 716-836-0822

In-Person Support Groups in the Community

Hope Heals Family SMART Recovery Tuesdays

As family members, our pain grows as we watch our loved ones suffering from substance abuse. The confusion on how to help can be overwhelming. Anger and fear become a part of our everyday lives.

When
Tuesdays
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location
Sparks of Hope, 107 Main St, Hamburg, NY 14075

Registration
Alan Tomaski, 716-931-0380

A2A SMART Recovery Revive

Our goal is to help individuals gain independence from addictive behavior and lead meaningful and satisfying lives. (The room is open for 30 minutes before and after group.)

When
Thursdays
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location
Revive Wesleyan of Hamburg, 4999 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY 14075

Registration
Alan Tomaski, 716-931-0380

Healing Families – SMART Recovery

Join us for our peer family support group. We can help rebuild our lives after the devastation of substance use in our homes.

When
1st and 3rd Tuesday
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location
Rural Outreach Center, 730 Olean Road, East Aurora, 14052

Registration
Alan Tomaski, 716-931-0380

Family2Family – SMART Recovery

SMART Recovery Family & Friends program is designed to support those who have loved ones struggling with addiction or problematic behaviors. It provides a space for family members and friends to gain understanding, support, and tools to help themselves cope with the challenges they face.

When
Every Wednesday
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location
WNYIL Front Conference Room, 3108 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214

Registration
Cathie Campbell, 716-836-0822 ext. 139

An important note about the RSVP process and privacy:

To maintain your privacy, we do not publicly share the phone numbers and links to our virtual meetings. We respect people’s wishes to remain anonymous.

We’re Here to Help You.

For feedback, questions or concerns, please call 716-836-0822 or click the link below for more assistance.

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