Compeer Celebrates 50 Years! Compeer, one of the leading non-clinical mental health agencies that spans the globe, is preparing to celebrate 50 years of providing support through the healing power of friendship. Celebrating decades of mentorship to individuals who experience mental health challenges, Compeer is calling for additional support to continue its life-changing mission. BUFFALO, NY (October 10, 2022) Compeer…
Read MoreAffiliate Today- July 2022 Compeer West, Inc. Names it’s Permanent Chief Executive Officer Cheri Alvarez has been named Chief Executive Officer for Compeer Buffalo and Compeer West, Inc. Under her leadership as Interim CEO, Cheri was instrumental in keeping the organization moving forward, supervising staff, and working with the Board of Directors to make certain that services were delivered, constituencies…
Read MoreAffiliate Today- June 2022 Women of Compeer: Making the Case for frequent Case review discussions in Compeer Affiliate Programs in the United States and International Currently, Compeer Director of Older Adult Services of Compeer of Greater Buffalo, Heidi Billittier, LMSW has been offering a multidisciplinary review of cases for discussion to promote collaboration by affiliate staff who wish to present…
Read MoreAffiliate Today- May 2022 Maintaining Good Mental Health Mental health refers to our emotional and social well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave. It plays a role in connecting with others, making decisions, handling stress, and many other aspects of everyday life. Everyone has mental health, and it deserves your attention just as much as your physical health….
Read MoreCompeer’s Purpose: We strive to empower communities worldwide to implement the Compeer model of nonclinical social engagement programs, fostering mental wellbeing through meaningful connections.
Values: Compassion • Opportunity • Mental Wellbeing • Peer Affiliate Support • Equity & Belonging • Empowerment • Relationships
Compeer recruits, screens, and matches trained volunteers and mentors in one-to-one supportive friendship relationships with children, adults, military veterans and seniors who are striving for good mental health.
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