compeer mental wellness starts with friendship

Friend Events

Clients must be referred by a qualified mental health professional who is engaged in an ongoing clinical relationship with the client. A mental health professional must be trained or licensed in social work, psychology, case management or be a medical doctor. 

The mental health professional must know the client, see him/her for treatment on a regular basis and be willing to be consulted for intervention and consultation as situations or crisis occur. Clients must have a primary diagnosis of mental illness and be appropriate for referral to the Compeer program. 

Annual Friendship Luncheon

In celebration of the founding of Compeer Lancaster, we gather for a special friendship luncheon every April to enjoy a meal, live entertainment, and special recognition of all our friendships. The luncheon is for the friendships in the program and details are provided by the Program Manager. To inquire about the luncheon write mha@mhalancaster.org or call 717-397-7461. A virtual event will take place during Covid 19.

Game Nights

Currently Suspended due to COVID-19

All Compeer Friends, Volunteers, and Waiting List Friends are invited to Game Night every other month at the Rossmere Mennonite Church (741 Janet Ave, Lancaster). Game nights are virtual and the announcements for planned nights will come from the Program Manager. For questions about game nights, write mha@mhalancaster.org.

Annual Compeer Picnic

Every August, we hold the yearly tradition of an end-of-summer picnic. Compeer provides hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, drinks, and table settings. Please bring your favorite snack, salad, fruit or dessert to share. The Compeer picnic is only for the participants in the Compeer program, by invitation.

To learn more, please write mha@mhalancaster.org or call 717-397-7461. The Program Manager will contact everyone about a virtual event during the Covid 19 pandemic.

December Holiday Party

In December, Compeer friends gather for an evening of socializing, musical or magical entertainment, and a buffet to celebrate the holidays amongst friends. As always, this event is compliments of Compeer and MHA of Lancaster County.

During Covid-19, the Compeer Program Manager will contact our friends about a virtual event in lieu of an in-person event. For more information, write mha@mhalancaster.org or call 717-397-7461. All Compeer friendship events are for volunteers aned friends in the program only.

Contact the Compeer Office with any questions about regularly scheduled events.

See photos from past events here.

23 March 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

27 March 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

29 March 2023

Guiding Faith Leaders on Mental Health

08:30 - 11:30
Eden Resort & Suites, 222 Eden Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601 United States
$15
30 March 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

03 April 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

06 April 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

10 April 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

13 April 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

17 April 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

17 April 2023

Families of Suicide Loss Support Group

19:00 - 20:30
245 Butler Ave. Suite 204, 245 Butler Ave. #204
lancaster, PA 17601 United States

Every 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 7-8:30 PM Held at Mental Health America (MHA) 245 Butler Ave, Suite 204, Lancaster PA 17601 Peer-led support group that welcomes those who have had someone close to them die by suicide. Directions: Once you've arrived at...

20 April 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

24 April 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

27 April 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

01 May 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

04 May 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

08 May 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

11 May 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

15 May 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

15 May 2023

Families of Suicide Loss Support Group

19:00 - 20:30
245 Butler Ave. Suite 204, 245 Butler Ave. #204
lancaster, PA 17601 United States

Every 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 7-8:30 PM Held at Mental Health America (MHA) 245 Butler Ave, Suite 204, Lancaster PA 17601 Peer-led support group that welcomes those who have had someone close to them die by suicide. Directions: Once you've arrived at...

18 May 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

22 May 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

25 May 2023

Anxiety, Panic, and OCD Support Group

19:00 - 20:30

Virtually held on Zoom (For instructions and link, scroll down to “Accessing Virtual Groups on Zoom on this page) Peer-led support group for adults struggling with anxiety, OCD or panic attacks seeking community, support, and ideas for wellness. Support groups are drop-in, confidential, and free.

29 May 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

05 June 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...

12 June 2023

Bipolar Support Group (Educational and Support Group)

19:00 - 20:30
Disability Empowerment Center, 941 Wheatland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603 United States

Held at the Disability Empowerment Center: 941 Wheatland Ave, Lancaster PA, 17603 Peer-led support group for adults and families of those with bipolar disorder: drop-in, confidential, and free. Directions: Please park in the parking lot on the corner of Race Rd and Wheatland Avenue and...