What is a CIPSS?
CIPSS stands for Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist.
- CIPSS are specially trained individuals who support others in the recovery process.
- CIPSS are distinguished from traditional recovery coaches as the State of Maine requires they receive more extensive training and continuing education in both mental health and substance use.
- CIPSS must be in long-term recovery from a mental health or substance use issue themselves.
Together Place employs the most CIPSS in Northern and Eastern Maine.
How much does a Together Place membership cost?
There is no cost to become a Together Place member or join a peer recovery group. By design, Together Place does not require paperwork to join any group or session. To participate, someone need only walk through the door.
How do I become a member or join a group?
By design, Together Place does not require paperwork to join any group or session. However, anyone is welcome to become a member and fill out a short membership application. All programs are free of charge.
What are the perks of becoming a member?
By becoming a member, you are given the opportunity to empower yourself through recovery groups. Members can participate in Vocational Preparedness, which helps prepare you for school or employment. Vocational Rehabilitation gives you the opportunity to work in a diner, earn your ServSafe certification, learn to provide janitorial services, and more!
Additionally, members are offered recreational activities such as pool, Wii bowling, chess, crafts, and more. We also have a very reasonably priced diner with coffee, soda, and lunches (EBT accepted!)
I don't know if this is the right program for me. How can I learn more?
Give us a call or send us an email. One of our CIPSS would be happy to have a one-on-one conversation with you to determine if this is the right program for you.
Phone: 207-941-2897
Email: community@togetherplace.org
How do I join a recovery group?
1. Anyone seeking to address mental health or substance use disorder (or both) can take a look at our calendar and group descriptions.
2. Please then contact any of our Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialists (CIPSS) with questions. Their names and numbers are listed on our Who We Are page.
3. In addition to our website calendar, we also regularly post about group sessions on our Facebook page.
You do not need to be a member to join a group!
Do I need to be a certain age to join a group?
You must be 18 or older to join. If you are under 18, contact us and we can refer you to other programs in your area.