Community Program

A Community of Connection, Hope, and Healing

Our community program fills critical gaps in the mental health care system by creating a supportive community where participants can develop new coping strategies and grow meaningful connections.

Our virtual peer support groups follow a consistent, supportive structure that includes time to check-in, share and connect, guided activities and intention setting.

When and where?

Currently, our groups are virtual and held weekly on:

  • Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:30pm

  • Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30pm

  • Fridays from 11am to 12:30pm

Community & Movement: Monthly In-Person Opportunities

In addition to our weekly virtual peer support groups, we offer monthly in-person gatherings for all participants focused on socialization and community building, such as outings to go bowling or play games together. 

Times and days of our in-person gatherings vary, but generally they are on weekends and evenings.

There are no fees to attend our groups or in-person gatherings.

“Garrett’s Space is a community—a community for wellness, mental health support, and connection—not a mere ‘support group.’ And even if you’re like me and often feel like there really isn’t a place for you in the world, there will be a place for you at Garrett’s Space.”

— A former participant in Garrett’s Space’s wellness programming, shared with permission

What to Expect as a Participant

A Community of Peers and Facilitators

You’ll be invited into a warm group of supportive peers and professional facilitators who welcome you as you are

A Judgment-Free Environment

Every group supports authentic social interactions and genuine connections

Open Conversations and Honest Feedback

Groups are safe and supportive spaces to share your stressors, feelings, worries, and successes with others

Activities to Build Coping Skills

You’ll explore group activities like mindfulness practices, movement exercises, music, and journaling

Movement and Connection for Healing

Engage in movement activities and explore how moving your body can impact your mood

Peer Support Group Flow

Our virtual peer support groups follow a consistent, supportive structure:

  • 1. Welcome & Check-In

    We begin by welcoming everyone and creating a safe space. Participants share how they're feeling—with no pressure, just an invitation to be authentic.

  • 2. Share & Connect

    An opportunity to share current challenges or topics on participants' minds. They can request input from the group or simply be heard—completely up to them.

  • 3. Guided Activity

    Each session includes evidence-informed activities focused on developing coping skills and managing mental health. These might include discussion prompts, brief videos, journaling exercises, or gentle movement activities.

  • 4. Check-Out & Intention Setting

    We close by checking in on how everyone's feeling, then set a small, manageable goal or intention for the upcoming week—something meaningful that supports wellbeing.

Join Our Community!

How to Access Support at Garrett’s Space

Please email, call, or text Peggy Galimberti at communityprogram@garrettsspace.org or 734-212-6890 to get started.

You may share as much or as little as you wish. We will offer support and share more information about our program.

If you feel like it’s a good fit and the right time for you to participate in our groups, we will support you in enrolling.