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Connect with trained peer recovery support specialists who use their lived experience to help others on their recovery journey.

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How Peers Help

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Shared Experience

Peers understand addiction firsthand and offer hope through their own recovery story.

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Navigation Support

Help connecting to treatment, housing, employment, and community resources.

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Recovery Coaching

One-on-one support to build recovery skills, set goals, and stay motivated.

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Community Centers

Safe spaces where people in recovery gather for support, activities, and fellowship.

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Crisis Support

Available during difficult moments to provide encouragement and prevent relapse.

Looking for Additional Support?

If you or someone you care about could benefit from a higher level of care, these trusted providers are here to help. They offer compassionate, confidential support for treatment, recovery housing, and wellness—at your own pace, on your own terms.

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CJR Waterbury

Waterbury, CT

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CJR Waterbury

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Shoreline Family Healthcare

Branford, CT

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Shoreline Family Healthcare

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InterCommunity Inc

East Hartford, CT

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InterCommunity Inc

Professional

Fair Haven Community Healthcare

New Haven, CT

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Fair Haven Community Healthcare

Professional

West Haven Adult Behavioral Health

West Haven, CT

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West Haven Adult Behavioral Health

Professional

BHcare Inc

Branford, CT

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BHcare Inc

Professional

Southwest Connecticut MH Systems

Bridgeport, CT

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Southwest Connecticut MH Systems

Peer Support in Connecticut

4 Peer Centers and 6 Peer Specialists

Peer Support Agency

The Aurora House, Llc

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

📞 (203) 439-2289

168 S MAIN ST UNIT C, Cheshire, CT, 06410-3191

Peer Support Agency

New Beginning Sober House

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

📞 (860) 505-9519

81 MILLARD ST, New Britain, CT, 06051-2433

Peer Support Agency

New Foundations Recovery Llc

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

📞 (347) 460-6855

3 PARK ST OFC, Norwalk, CT, 06851-4864

Peer Support Agency

Demalias House Of Hope, Inc

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

📞 (774) 312-3881

15 EASY ST, Plainfield, CT, 06374-1144

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Harold Grimes, NCPSS, CPSS (CT)

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

45 WADSWORTH ST, Hartford, 06106-7108

NCPSS, CPSS (CT)

Maria Gratton

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

945 MAIN ST STE 205, Manchester, 06040-6064

Andrew Richard Hersam, RCP

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

88 MAIN ST APT 6, New Canaan, 06840-4712

RCP

Eric Christmas, THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

1 PINE ROCK RD, New Haven, 06511-1664

THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT

Cammann Sharpe Piasecki, ESQ, RCP, CRPA

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

3 PARK ST FL 1, Norwalk, 06851-4801

ESQ, RCP, CRPA

Roxanne Livingston

Peer Specialists — Connecticut

57 BROOKWOOD DR, Rocky Hill, 06067-2723

10 peer specialists in Connecticut

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Peer Support Services

Common services offered by peer recovery organizations

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Recovery Coaching

One-on-one support from someone with lived recovery experience to guide your journey.

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Recovery Centers

Safe community spaces for meetings, activities, support groups, and fellowship.

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Resource Navigation

Help connecting to treatment, housing, employment, healthcare, and legal services.

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Support Groups

Regular group meetings led by peers for shared support and accountability.

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Recovery Planning

Help creating personalized recovery plans with achievable goals and milestones.

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Education & Training

Life skills workshops, job readiness training, and recovery education programs.

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The Power of Peer Support

Peer recovery support is one of the most effective tools in fighting substance use disorder. Research shows that peer support significantly improves recovery outcomes.

Reduces substance use and relapse rates
Improves treatment engagement and retention
Increases quality of life and social support
Reduces emergency department visits and hospitalizations
Provides hope through shared lived experience

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peer Support

What is peer support in recovery? +

Peer support connects people in recovery with trained peer specialists who have lived experience with addiction. They provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support based on their own journey through recovery.

What is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist? +

A Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) is a person in recovery who has completed specialized training and certification. They use their personal recovery experience to help others navigate treatment, resources, and recovery challenges.

Is peer support the same as therapy or counseling? +

No. Peer support is complementary to clinical services but different. Peer specialists are not therapists — they offer support based on shared experience. They help with practical needs like navigating systems, finding meetings, and building recovery community.

How much does peer support cost? +

Most peer support services are free to the individual. Peer support is often funded through state grants, Medicaid, or nonprofit organizations. There is no cost to connect with a peer specialist through our directory.

Can peer support help with mental health issues too? +

Yes. Many peer specialists are trained in both substance use and mental health recovery. Peer support takes a whole-person approach and can help with co-occurring disorders.

How do I find a peer support specialist near me? +

Use our directory on this page to search for peer support organizations by state and city. You can also contact your local recovery community organization or call SAMHSA’s helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.