Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network

04/02/2026

April is Second Chance Month.

A reminder that where someone has been doesn’t define who they are or where they’re going.

That growth is possible.
Healing is real.
And people deserve the opportunity to move forward.

At Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network, we see the impact of second chances every day — through recovery, peer support, and real pathways forward.

Every second chance holds the power to change a life — and a community.

In honor of Second Chance Month, Share If you’re a supporter or a product of a second chance!

04/01/2026

It was truly an honor to host the Department of Juvenile Justice in our Tucker office today 💙

We loved having you all in the space. Thank you for the work you do every day to support and uplift young people and our communities — it does not go unnoticed.

We appreciate you!

04/01/2026

Yesterday marked the close of Day 2 of WRAP Seminar 1 at our Tucker office 💙

What an amazing training — real conversations, real growth, and real tools you can actually use. A Wellness Recovery Action Plan helps you recognize what you need, when you need it, and how to show up for yourself.

Big thank you to our amazing facilitators, Shyvonne, Deneice, and Angela — we appreciate you for pouring into this space ✨

03/31/2026

Recovery doesn’t have to be done alone. 🤍

GMHCN is proud to offer Double Trouble in Recovery (DTR) — a supportive space for individuals navigating both mental health and substance use challenges.

Come as you are. Share if you want. Listen if you need. You’re not alone in this.

✨ 3 meetings daily | 7 days a week
🕚 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM (EST)

🔗 Join here: https://gmhcn-org.zoom.us/j/96216630871?pwd=RVBjZ1UveUtOakk2dG9DRlUxN3NyUT09
🆔 Meeting ID: 962-1663-0871
🔒 Passcode: 222822

Whether you’re starting your journey or continuing it — there’s a space for you here.

03/30/2026

Celebrating two special birthdays in the GMHCN office today 🎉💙
Happy Birthday Heather & Angela! We hope your day is filled with love, laughs, and all your favorite things 🥳

03/26/2026

GMHCN is now accepting presenter proposals for our upcoming W.A.V.E.S Conference!

We’re looking for dynamic, engaging sessions centered around:
Mental Health
Youth & Family Support
Co-Occurring & Addictive Disease
Veterans
Recovery & Wellness
Trauma-Informed Care
Policy
Peer Workforce

Your voice matters and your work deserves a platform let’s bring it to the WAVES stage

🗓 Submission Deadline: April 13, 2026
🔗 Apply today: www.tinyurl.com/gmhcnwaves

Let’s come together, share knowledge, and keep pushing the movement forward.

#2026

03/25/2026

We were honored to also attend the Region 6 DBHDD Community Collaborative in Americus today, connecting with partners and communities dedicated to strengthening recovery across Georgia.

A special highlight of the day was hearing from our very own Peer Mentor, Ginger Howze, who courageously shared her story through the RESPECT Institute. Her lived experience, strength, and authenticity are powerful reminders of the impact peer support has in creating hope and meaningful change.

Moments like these reflect why we do this work—lifting voices, building connections, and redefining recovery together. 💚

03/25/2026

The Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network was proud to be in attendance at the MindWorks Georgia Meeting today 💙

We’re especially excited to share that our amazing Finance Manager, Wislene Calixte, had the opportunity to speak as a RESPECT Speaker and share her story. Her voice, experience, and leadership truly reflect the power of lived experience in action.

Moments like this remind us why peer voices matter. Representation matters. And stories have the power to create real change.

03/25/2026

✨ Staff Appreciation Spotlight ✨

Today GMHCN is spotlighting one of our incredible Peer Mentors, Dottie Bailey, at Savannah Regional Hospital, whose creativity and heart continue to make a meaningful impact every day.
Through innovative approaches and thoughtful engagement, she finds unique ways to connect with peers, helping them feel seen, heard, and supported in their recovery journeys.

Whether it’s thinking outside the box to spark motivation or creating safe spaces for authentic connection, her work reflects the true spirit of peer support.

Her ability to bring creativity into her role not only inspires the peers she serves, but also uplifts our entire team. She reminds us that recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all—and that sometimes, the most powerful support comes from meeting people where they are with compassion and imagination.

Thank you for the difference you make. 💚

03/24/2026

We’re still feeling the love from an unforgettable day 💙

On March 12, 2026, we celebrated the 18th Anniversary of the Decatur Peer Support and Wellness Center (PSWC) with our amazing community. This recap highlights the joy, connection, and power of peer support that continues to make this space so special.

For 18 years, PSWC has been a place of hope, healing, and recovery. A place where lived experience matters, voices are heard, and people are supported every step of the way.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared space, and continues to pour into this work. This is what community looks like!

https://youtu.be/sEY4noGC1js?si=xsMwbn-9GZwOya0r

On March 12, 2026, we celebrated the 18th Anniversary of the Decatur Peer Support and Wellness Center (PSWC) with our amazing community. This recap highlight...

03/24/2026

Join us tomorrow for 🌿 Wellness Wednesday Webinar | Self-Harm Awareness Month 🌿

Join the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network (GMHCN) for an important Wellness Wednesday conversation as we recognize Self-Harm Awareness Month.

🎤 Breaking the Silence Around Self-Harm
Featuring Shannon Estrin, M.Ed. — Author, Clinician, Behavior Coach, and Speaker.

Shannon brings powerful insight from his work on the Behavioral Emergency Response Team at Grady Health System, where he provides therapeutic intervention and de-escalation support for individuals experiencing crisis, trauma, and self-harm.

This interactive session will encourage reflection, connection, and open dialogue while helping participants deepen their understanding and compassion for individuals navigating hidden struggles.

📅 March 25, 2026
💻 Virtual via Zoom
🎓 2.0 CEUs available for Georgia Certified Peer Specialists

🔗 Register here:
https://gmhcn-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/y6aKlCADReez3Zk8zwPHTA

Let’s come together to learn, connect, and continue breaking the silence around self-harm.

03/23/2026

🚨 Applications Are Now Open! 🚨

The Ready4ReEntry – Forensic Peer Mentor Training Cohort #27 (Virtual) application is officially open!

This training prepares individuals with lived experience to become Forensic Peer Mentors, supporting people returning to their communities after incarceration and helping them navigate recovery, stability, and opportunity. Peer support plays a powerful role in reentry, and this training equips participants to walk alongside others on that journey.

📅 Application Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 5PM
📅 Training Dates: April 27–29, 2026
💻 Format: Virtual

If you are passionate about supporting justice-involved individuals and strengthening recovery-focused communities, we encourage you to apply.

🔗 Apply here:
https://form.jotform.com/260715285042150

Learn more about our programs at www.gmhcn.org