Peer Support

Provider Referral Process

To refer someone to our Peer Support services, please email Melissa Wisniewski.

Have questions or need assistance? Melissa is here to help! Feel free to call her directly at
414 877-5911.

At Our Space, we believe in the power of shared experiences and compassionate guidance. Through our Peer Support program, individuals living with mental health challenges and substance use concerns can find meaningful connections and personalized support from those who have walked a similar path. Our dedicated peer specialists are here to listen, encourage, and empower you to achieve your recovery goals.

Build Skills & Empowerment

Our Peer Support program helps you develop skills and achieve personal growth in areas critical to your recovery and well-being:

Managing symptoms and triggers
Decreasing alcohol or substance use
Increasing self-reliance and functional independence
Promoting hope and overall wellness
Fostering healthy relationships
Creating community connections and natural support systems
Improving personal safety and stability
Enhancing access to clinical and supportive services
Advocating for your personal needs
Identifying and achieving personal recovery goals
Successfully navigating complex systems
Demonstrating personal accountability

Where Peer Support Makes a Difference

Our Peer Support services are integral to a wide range of programs designed to meet diverse needs:

Drop-In Center: A welcoming, inclusive space for relaxation, connection, and personal growth.
Comprehensive Community Services (CCS): Personalized care to support recovery and independence.
Family Dependency Treatment Court
Wiser Choice
WCS-Forensic Services: Including Conditional Release (CR) and Opening Avenues to Re-entry Success (OARS) programs.
Supportive Housing Services: Our Space provides peer support services to 48 section 8 housing units occupied by mostly underserved women and children located on the northside of Milwaukee.

Why Peer Support Matters

Peer support is about more than assistance; it's about building a supportive community that helps you thrive. With guidance tailored to your journey, Peer Support at Our Space provides a foundation for hope, growth, and long-term wellness.