New Beginnings – Get Involved
There are numerous opportunities to engage with our community. Whether you want to attend a group, volunteer, or develop your leadership skills, there is a place for you here.
ATTEND A GROUP!
Members and staff offer a wide variety of peer-led support groups such as Morning Check-in, All Recovery, and other recovery-oriented meetings. Individuals can choose to participate at whatever level is right for them. Community Meetings are held once a week to gather input from members and promote peer-led discussion and support.
VOLUNTEER!
Peers are encouraged to become a member by completing the orientation process and filling out a member application. Members may choose to be involved in several ways, including recovery coaching, event planning, community outreach, and peer-led activities. Volunteering allows individuals to give back by helping others and empowers them to create a safe place that supports recovery, promotes wellness, and addresses the needs and interests of the peer recovery support center’s membership.
LEARN LEADERSHIP SKILLS!
New Beginnings offers a 12-week Peer Leadership Development Program, known as STEER, which stands for Succeed, Transition, Experience, Empower & Recover. Interested members must apply to be considered for this program. Those selected are required to complete de-escalation training and shadow full-time staff before supervising volunteers and mentors. Stipends of $300 are provided on a monthly basis for three months for peers serving in this role. For more information, please contact Joanna Morillo.