VOCAL

Find a Peer Program Near You

Click on the map to be directed to peer-run programs in that area.

Statewide Programs

Mindfreedom Virginia
MindFreedom Virginia is intent on winning human rights for people who have been affected by the psychiatric system. We are also working on bringing humane and caring alternatives to hospitalization to Virginia. We work in solidarity with MindFreedom International. http://mindfreedomvirginia.org/
Point Person: Paul Mancini
703-978-7150
10405 Headly Ct
Fairfax, Virginia 22032

MHAV Warmline
Number of members: 300
Mental Health America Virginia has a warm line where Virginians can call for information, referral, and a supportive presence when they are starting out on their recovery journey. 3212 Cutshaw Avenue, Suite 315
Richmond, Virginia 23230
http://www.anxietysupport.org
804-257-5591 or toll free at 1-866-400-6428 Sharon.Lilly@mhav.org
Point Person: Bonnie Neighbour

VOCAL Network
Number of members: 800
The VOCAL Network provides connection and communication among individuals and groups. Our Network is developed, guided, and staffed by people who have been diagnosed with mental illness. Our purpose is to increase individual well being and allow support and information to be exchanged, and to work with other organizations to protect rights, improve services and counter discrimination. Click here to find out more about the VOCAL Network.  

Regional Programs

Northwest Region
Northwest Peer Connect
Number of members: 55-65
Northwest Peer Connect is a Peer Run group that meets in the Northwest Region of Virginia. The group is currently meeting in 3 areas on a rotating basis: Charlottesville, Fishersville and Culpeper. Includes the areas of Winchester, Lynchburg, Harrisonburg, Staunton, Charlottesville, Fisherville, Fredericksburg, Louisa, Culpeper. P.O. Box 2684 Harrisonburg, VA 22801 and the number is 540-435-7196 Fax 540-879-9127, ClydeFHoy@yahoo.com
Point Person: Clyde F. Hoy

Central Virginia Region
Central Peer Connect
Number of members: 50
Mental health peers meeting together on a monthly basis for connection, networking, and special programming. Includes Richmond, Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, Petersburg, Farmville, Powhatan, Goochland, Amelia and surrounding areas. 804-343-1777
yolande@vocalvirginia.org
Point Person: Yolande Long