Peer Pals
Increasing mental and spiritual wellness for persons with mental illness through the support and friendship of their peers
Who is a Peer PAL?
A Peer PAL is someone who has "been there", is now doing well in his/her recovery, and wants to share their hope and friendship with a peer who also has a diagnosis of mental illness
Why would I want a Peer PAL?
Peer PALS are well-acquainted with the struggles, fears, isolation, and hopelessness that all who are experiencing mental illness share in common. Because Peer PALS share the experience of mental illness in common with their peer, they are in a unique position to relate with and understand their peer's experience.
What does a Peer PAL offer?
Community Outings
Peers go on an outing once a week
Phone Calls
Peers connect twice a week by phone
Match
Peers and Peer PALS are matched by common interests
How Do I Apply?
Click the button below to access the interest form. Print and fill out the form and return it to:
Peer PALS Coordinator
NAMI San Mateo County
1650 Borel Place #130
San Mateo, CA 94402
OR
Email: peerpals@namisanmateo.org
For more information:
Please call: (650) 638-0800
Or Email: peerpals@namisanmateo.org