peer support services
supporting recovery
The path to recovery can be long and winding. It often helps to have someone who has traveled the same road to point out the bumps, twists, and pitfalls along the way. Peer specialists provide this services for people recovering from mental illness or addiction.
A peer support specialist bring the empathy, compassion, and understanding that come from experience. And studies show that peer services support recovery and resiliency, making them an integral part of treatment.
At RACSB, we use peer specialists in many programs, including emergency services, crisis stabilization, psychosocial rehabilitation, and substance use disorder services.
Drop-In Support Groups:
Help is here when you need it most, with our peer-run support groups for individuals with substance use disorders. Come for all of the groups or show up when you need extra support.
Hunger for Hope
Fridays 3:30-4:30
Fredericksburg Clinic,
600 Jackson Street in Fredericksburg
Serenity Sisters
Tuesdays 12:30-1:30
Meeting ID: 292 284 655 363 14
Password: wu6p3p3z
This meeting is for women only.
The Healing Thread
Mondays 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Fredericksburg Clinic,
600 Jackson Street in Fredericksburg
This group is for women.
Anxiety: What, Me Worry!?!
Mondays, 4-5 p.m.
Fredericksburg Clinic
600 Jackson Street in Fredericksburg
Voices, Visions and Unusual Exerpiences
Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m.
Fridays, 3:30-5 p.m.
In person Wednesdays; virtual Fridays. Email [email protected] if you would like to be part of either group.
ABC's of Depression
Thursdays 5:30-7 p.m.
Fredericksburg Clinic, 600 Jackson Street in Fredericksburg, Va.
Family Support Group
For parents of children
under 18.
Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month
at 7 p.m.
Recurring Events
Calling Artists to Share Visions of Healing and Hope
Mental illness affects individuals and families across our community, yet stigma and misunderstanding still create barriers to connection and support. Art of Recovery offers a different way to start the conversation—one rooted in creativity and shared experience. We are now accepting submissions for the exhibit.
Coping With Heavy News Cycles
Negative news can lead to anxiety, stress, and depression and can worsen symptoms of mental illness. It’s important to find a balance between being informed and doomscrolling. Here are some tips, tricks and resources to help, including advice and resources for parents.
Navigating Holidays When Relationships Are Strained
Not all holiday gatherings are picture-perfect. Here are some strategies for coping if this time of year feels complicated, stressful, or painful.