It is set up BY local people, FOR local people.  Run by local people who volunteer their time and commitment to help others in their own community.

Offers PEER Support and understanding. 

It does not rely on funding

It is not a charity, a registered public service, or a statutory service – it is a community voluntary peer support group/entity

No waiting list – people can join the very next session (once they have had an informal 2:1 induction)

No time limit on how long people can attend

Does not offer counselling, advice or guidance

Flexible approach which is reactive to the needs of participants

Focuses on being self-sustaining and involving service users to become engaged in the peer support which strengthens the group in many ways.