Parachute House – Peer-Run Respite
In partnership with the State of Wisconsin Division of Care and Treatment Services and Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, The Parachute House provides holistic recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, person-centered equitable services to Wisconsin adults who are experiencing emotional stressors and are in need of additional support through supportive conversation and other wellness opportunities. The Parachute House offers private guest rooms and is staffed by Certified Peer Support Specialists, who have lived experience and have been successful in their own journey to recovery.
NOTE: You must contact the Parachute House at 414-877-5918 for arrival instructions. Address is undisclosed to protect our guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect at the Parachute House?
- The Parachute House Peer-run respite serves individuals experiencing increased stress or symptoms.
- It provides a short-term (seven-day) stay as a low-level crisis resource.
- The Parachute House provides a welcoming and accepting home-like environment 24/7/365.
- While the Parachute House is not clinical, we support individuals who may want to connect with these services in the community.
- A safe and relaxing place to pause and reset.
- One-on-one supportive conversations with a peer support specialist.
- Wellness groups and activities.
- Come and go as you choose to continue with work or other scheduled activities.
- Provides community connection and resources.
- Provides a 24/7 Warmline support
- Hope and understanding in a nonjudgmental environment.
Who can access services?
- Wisconsin adult residents (18 and over).
- Individuals who need emotional support.
- Individuals who are able to live next to an elementary school, nursing home, or daycare
- Individuals who are not a harm to self or others.
- Individuals who are looking to continue their journey of recovery.
How do I receive services?
- Through voluntary, self-referral, to promote self-determination and direction.
- Call the Parachute House at 414-877-5918 for a guest pre-stay conversation.
- Welcome hours are between 8:00am and 7:00pm, 7 days a week.
