Commonspace

Peer to Peer support is a non-clinical mental health and recovery support for and from folks who have "been there." We trust the inherent wisdom of each persons lived experiences, and move towards exploring connection, worldview, mutuality, and what we want moving forward with our lives.

Come join us at 103 India Street in Portland and be a part of building the community you want to see!

With love,

The Portland Peer Team.

Come work with us! Commonspace is looking for Housing Specialists to join our amazing team, working together to help our neighbors find and keep their housing. For more information and to apply, please click here!

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Commonspace is thrilled and grateful to be the recipient of a 2026 Community Building grant from Maine Community Foundation! This funding will support us in our effort to provide vocational and employment resources for people in recovery. We are all very thankful and excited on behalf of the community members who will benefit from this gift!

The Portland Peer/Perry center will be closed this Wednesday, May 27th, and Friday May 29th for staff training. Our doors will be open during our normal hours on Tuesday and Thursday.

Right back at you Community Housing of Maine! We are so grateful to be in partnership with you, and so thankful for the housing solutions you are providing for our community!

Join us this Friday, May 22nd at the Portland Peer Center for a Peer-Led variety showcase from 4:30–6:30 PM!

Come share your talents or cheer on others in the community during this open mic-style event featuring music, poetry, comedy, art, and more! Whether you want to perform or just enjoy the atmosphere, you're welcome here. Light refreshments will be provided.

The Perry center will be closed this upcoming Wednesday, May 13th for the HOPE conference in Augusta! We will be back open on Thursday 🐝

We are so grateful for our partnership with Community Housing of Maine, and we love Mike!!

We recently visited one of our communities and had the chance to spend time with Mike – and we’re so glad we did.

He was all smiles, welcoming, and clearly at home. Seeing that made it even more meaningful to reflect on how far he’s come.

When Mike first moved into one of CHOM’s homes, he kept to himself.

Referred from a transitional housing program for people experiencing homelessness, he was navigating more than just finding a place to live. Day-to-day responsibilities and processes felt overwhelming, and for a time, it was hard for him to fully engage.

But with stable housing and consistent support, things began to shift.

Over time, Mike found his footing. He became more connected, more confident, and more comfortable in his community.

Today, Mike has stepped into a peer leadership role – working alongside CHOM and our service provider partner Commonspace to help support the house and the people who live there.

From someone who once stayed on the margins, to someone helping lead – his journey is a powerful reminder of what stability and opportunity can make possible.

This is what housing can do.

💙 We hope you’ll consider helping us create more stories like Mike’s: www.chomhousing.org/donate

We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new Portland Peer Center website!

Our Portland Peer Center site makes it easier than ever to explore resources, stay connected, and find the information you need regarding Commonspace's peer work—all in one place.

Whether you’re looking to get involved, meet with our intentional peer support specialists, learn more about our peer programs and groups, or connect with the community, we’ve built this site with you in mind.

Don’t forget to sign up for our Peer Center newsletter while you’re there! It’s the best way to stay up to date on upcoming events, new resources, and community highlights from our peers at the center.

Check it out today and let us know what you think!

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