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A free, peer-led community for Maine young people ages 14–26, built by and with people who understand, because they’ve lived it too.
Formerly known as the Youth Peer Support Statewide Network, Maine PeerLink connects young people statewide through one-on-one peer support, weekly drop-ins, workshops, events, and leadership opportunities.
This work is built around real conversations, shared experiences, and helping people figure things out together. To participate in One-on-One Peer Support, start with a referral. You can refer yourself, or someone else can refer you.
Ways to Get Involved
One-on-One Peer Support
Meet with a trained Peer Support Specialist close to your age, who has their own lived experience with mental health challenges, substance use, or other of life’s harder chapters. This is a relationship built on mutuality, not a service done to you, but something we build together. New to PeerLink? Start with a referral before requesting One-on-One Peer Support.
Drop-In Spaces
Opportunities throughout the year to build practical skills, connect with community, and learn alongside other peers.
Workshops & Events
From practical life skills to community activities, there are opportunities throughout the year to learn, connect, and get involved.
Youth Advisory Board
A leadership space where young people help shape PeerLink’s future. Because the people closest to the challenge should have a hand in the solution.
In Person or Online, All Across Maine
PeerLink is available statewide for eligible youth and young adults ages 14–26. Connect with support in your own community, or join virtually from wherever you are.
- Peer-Led — Led by Peer Support Specialists who bring their own first-hand lived experiences.
- Free & Voluntary — Always accessible, always your choice.
- Non-Clinical — This isn’t therapy or treatment. It’s connection, built on shared experience.
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Workshops. Drop-ins. Leadership opportunities. Community events. See what’s coming up and find something that interests you.