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People USA is a peer-run mental health non-profit that creates, provides, and promotes its own, innovative crisis response and wellness services.

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Read our Spring 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

Get the latest updates from People USA! This edition features organizational updates, upcoming events, and more. We hope you’ll take a few moments to check it out and share.

Read our Spring 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

Get the latest updates from People USA! This edition features organizational updates, upcoming events, and more. We hope you’ll take a few moments to check it out and share.

Learn More

Save the Date! 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops

Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection. This will be a…

Save the Date! 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops

Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection. This will be a…

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People USA announces new Warmline number: 978.488.HOPE

People USA is proud to announce the launch of our New Warmline Number: 978.488.HOPE (4673), a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community. The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or…

People USA announces new Warmline number: 978.488.HOPE

People USA is proud to announce the launch of our New Warmline Number: 978.488.HOPE (4673), a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community. The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or…

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Read our Spring 2026 Hopeful Horizons Newsletter

Get the latest updates from People USA! This edition features organizational updates, upcoming events, and more. We hope you’ll take a few moments to check it out and share.

Learn More

Save the Date! 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops

Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection. This will be a…

Learn More

People USA announces new Warmline number: 978.488.HOPE

People USA is proud to announce the launch of our New Warmline Number: 978.488.HOPE (4673), a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community. The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or…

Learn More

News

Thought leadership and innovations from our team.

Save the Date! 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops

Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection. This will be a…

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People USA announces new Warmline number: 978.488.HOPE

People USA is proud to announce the launch of our New Warmline Number: 978.488.HOPE (4673), a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community. The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or…

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"We want to change the conversation from illness to wellness."

- Steve Miccio, CEO

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“We want to change the conversation from illness to wellness.”

– Steve Miccio, CEO

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR
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  • Do you need assistance with Housing? 🏠

Our Supportive Housing program allows individuals to live anywhere in the community, receive help with their rent through subsidies, and receive customized services from People USA's staff to ensure they are living well and meeting their goals.

To be eligible: Must have SPOA Application and Coordinated Entry Process by the Local County Department

For more information: https://people-usa.org/supportive-housing/ 

#SupportiveHousing #AffordableHousing #EndHomelessness #Housing #Community #HousingIsHealth #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • Join us Next Week for our Mindful Monday - Spring into Focus Event! πŸ₯³

This will be a family-friendly event for all to learn more about People USA’s Stabilization Centers and the services we provide. 

We will have wellness activities, free food, resources, and more. Come get to know our staff and learn more about how you can utilize our Stabilization Centers. πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

Our Dutchess County Crisis Stabilization Center and Ulster County Crisis Support Center are 24/7 community crisis response hubs where people of all ages can connect immediately with an integrated team of counselors, peer specialists, and behavioral health professionals. Children or adults experiencing emotional distress, psychiatric symptoms, substance use challenges, or other life stressors can receive onsite care and support. 

To learn more : https://people-usa.org/crisis-stabilization-center/ 

For more information contact Marci mcox@people-usa.org (Dutchess) or Tanisha tcastellanos@people-usa.org (Ulster)
 
#MindfulMonday #FamilyEvent #YouthEvent #DutchessCounty #UlsterCounty #KingstonNY #PoughkeepsieNY #UlsterCountyCrisisSupportCenter #DutchessCountyStabilizationCenter #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • Starting This Week! πŸ“’ πŸ“’ 

Get your hands dirty and connect with nature! Our garden group is a welcoming space for anyone looking to cultivate plants, community, and mindfulness. We'll tend to seasonal flowers, herbs, and veggies while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of being outdoors. No experience is needed, just a willingness to dig in and learn! 🌞 

Come join us in the garden every Thursday at 10AM! 🌱πŸͺ΄πŸŒ·πŸŒ»

For more information contact - Chelsea Munoz: cmunoz@people-usa.org , Scott Pidgeon : Spidgeon@edenshare.org 

https://www.edenshare.org/ 

#Gardening #GardeningGroup #CommunityGarden #GardenProject #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • Join us on May 14th for our β€œMay Day” Event! It is a community giveback day hosted by our LEAD Team in partnership with Mental Health America, Hudson River Housing, recovery peers, and other local organizations! πŸŽ‰πŸ€πŸŽ‰
 
This event is dedicated to supporting adults (18+) facing extreme poverty, homelessness, behavioral health needs, and substance use challenges and will provide:

πŸ’œ A safe, welcoming space
πŸ’™ Access to vital resources and referrals
πŸ’œ Food, clothing, and hygiene supplies
πŸ’™ Harm reduction support
πŸ’œ A compassionate, dignity-centered community

Our mission: To meet people where they are, offer practical support, and help everyone advance with dignity.

For more information or to table at this event please contact : 
Ieshea Green - igreen@people-usa.org

#LEADTeam #MayDay #DutchessCounty #PoughkeepsieNY #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
  • πŸ₯³ Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! πŸ₯³ 

This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection.

This will be a FREE event open for ALL to enjoy. Come and get to know our amazing staff and learn about the services in your community! πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™ 

⭐ Thank you to our Community Champion Presenting Sponsor WMC Health! ⭐

Thank you to our Circle of Hope Sponsor CDPHP. πŸ’š 

*If you or anyone you know are interested in supporting or being a part of this event please reach out to us.*

To Sponsor this event : https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/people-usa/wellness-wednesday-sponsorships-2026 

For more information contact : Events and Media Manager, Denika Dixon : ddixon@people-usa.org

#WellnessWednesdayWorkshops #PeopleUSAWellnessWednesdayWorkshops #WellnessFair #WellnessMatters #Wellness #WellnessWorkshops #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #SelfLove #Community #DutchessCounty #Poughkeepsie #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness
  • #WellnessWednesday #WellnessCheck #StressAwarenessMonth

How are you doing today? If you or a loved one ever need someone to talk to, please reach out to our Warmline number : (978)-488-HOPE (4673) πŸ“±

You are not alone, we are here for you. πŸ’™ 

Our Warmline number is a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community.

The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or in need of someone to talk to. This service is not a crisis line; it’s a place for conversation, encouragement, and shared understanding. 

For more information : https://people-usa.org/people-usa-announces-new-warmline-number-978-488-hope/ 

#WarmLine #HOPE #HelpLine #EmotinalSupport #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness
Do you need assistance with Housing? 🏠

Our Supportive Housing program allows individuals to live anywhere in the community, receive help with their rent through subsidies, and receive customized services from People USA's staff to ensure they are living well and meeting their goals.

To be eligible: Must have SPOA Application and Coordinated Entry Process by the Local County Department

For more information: https://people-usa.org/supportive-housing/ 

#SupportiveHousing #AffordableHousing #EndHomelessness #Housing #Community #HousingIsHealth #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
Do you need assistance with Housing? 🏠 Our Supportive Housing program allows individuals to live anywhere in the community, receive help with their rent through subsidies, and receive customized services from People USA's staff to ensure they are living well and meeting their goals. To be eligible: Must have SPOA Application and Coordinated Entry Process by the Local County Department For more information: https://people-usa.org/supportive-housing/ #SupportiveHousing #AffordableHousing #EndHomelessness #Housing #Community #HousingIsHealth #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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Join us Next Week for our Mindful Monday - Spring into Focus Event! πŸ₯³

This will be a family-friendly event for all to learn more about People USA’s Stabilization Centers and the services we provide. 

We will have wellness activities, free food, resources, and more. Come get to know our staff and learn more about how you can utilize our Stabilization Centers. πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ 

Our Dutchess County Crisis Stabilization Center and Ulster County Crisis Support Center are 24/7 community crisis response hubs where people of all ages can connect immediately with an integrated team of counselors, peer specialists, and behavioral health professionals. Children or adults experiencing emotional distress, psychiatric symptoms, substance use challenges, or other life stressors can receive onsite care and support. 

To learn more : https://people-usa.org/crisis-stabilization-center/ 

For more information contact Marci mcox@people-usa.org (Dutchess) or Tanisha tcastellanos@people-usa.org (Ulster)
 
#MindfulMonday #FamilyEvent #YouthEvent #DutchessCounty #UlsterCounty #KingstonNY #PoughkeepsieNY #UlsterCountyCrisisSupportCenter #DutchessCountyStabilizationCenter #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
Join us Next Week for our Mindful Monday - Spring into Focus Event! πŸ₯³ This will be a family-friendly event for all to learn more about People USA’s Stabilization Centers and the services we provide. We will have wellness activities, free food, resources, and more. Come get to know our staff and learn more about how you can utilize our Stabilization Centers. πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’™ Our Dutchess County Crisis Stabilization Center and Ulster County Crisis Support Center are 24/7 community crisis response hubs where people of all ages can connect immediately with an integrated team of counselors, peer specialists, and behavioral health professionals. Children or adults experiencing emotional distress, psychiatric symptoms, substance use challenges, or other life stressors can receive onsite care and support. To learn more : https://people-usa.org/crisis-stabilization-center/ For more information contact Marci mcox@people-usa.org (Dutchess) or Tanisha tcastellanos@people-usa.org (Ulster) #MindfulMonday #FamilyEvent #YouthEvent #DutchessCounty #UlsterCounty #KingstonNY #PoughkeepsieNY #UlsterCountyCrisisSupportCenter #DutchessCountyStabilizationCenter #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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Starting This Week! πŸ“’ πŸ“’ 

Get your hands dirty and connect with nature! Our garden group is a welcoming space for anyone looking to cultivate plants, community, and mindfulness. We'll tend to seasonal flowers, herbs, and veggies while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of being outdoors. No experience is needed, just a willingness to dig in and learn! 🌞 

Come join us in the garden every Thursday at 10AM! 🌱πŸͺ΄πŸŒ·πŸŒ»

For more information contact - Chelsea Munoz: cmunoz@people-usa.org , Scott Pidgeon : Spidgeon@edenshare.org 

https://www.edenshare.org/ 

#Gardening #GardeningGroup #CommunityGarden #GardenProject #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
Starting This Week! πŸ“’ πŸ“’ Get your hands dirty and connect with nature! Our garden group is a welcoming space for anyone looking to cultivate plants, community, and mindfulness. We'll tend to seasonal flowers, herbs, and veggies while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of being outdoors. No experience is needed, just a willingness to dig in and learn! 🌞 Come join us in the garden every Thursday at 10AM! 🌱πŸͺ΄πŸŒ·πŸŒ» For more information contact - Chelsea Munoz: cmunoz@people-usa.org , Scott Pidgeon : Spidgeon@edenshare.org https://www.edenshare.org/ #Gardening #GardeningGroup #CommunityGarden #GardenProject #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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Join us on May 14th for our β€œMay Day” Event! It is a community giveback day hosted by our LEAD Team in partnership with Mental Health America, Hudson River Housing, recovery peers, and other local organizations! πŸŽ‰πŸ€πŸŽ‰
 
This event is dedicated to supporting adults (18+) facing extreme poverty, homelessness, behavioral health needs, and substance use challenges and will provide:

πŸ’œ A safe, welcoming space
πŸ’™ Access to vital resources and referrals
πŸ’œ Food, clothing, and hygiene supplies
πŸ’™ Harm reduction support
πŸ’œ A compassionate, dignity-centered community

Our mission: To meet people where they are, offer practical support, and help everyone advance with dignity.

For more information or to table at this event please contact : 
Ieshea Green - igreen@people-usa.org

#LEADTeam #MayDay #DutchessCounty #PoughkeepsieNY #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
Join us on May 14th for our β€œMay Day” Event! It is a community giveback day hosted by our LEAD Team in partnership with Mental Health America, Hudson River Housing, recovery peers, and other local organizations! πŸŽ‰πŸ€πŸŽ‰ This event is dedicated to supporting adults (18+) facing extreme poverty, homelessness, behavioral health needs, and substance use challenges and will provide: πŸ’œ A safe, welcoming space πŸ’™ Access to vital resources and referrals πŸ’œ Food, clothing, and hygiene supplies πŸ’™ Harm reduction support πŸ’œ A compassionate, dignity-centered community Our mission: To meet people where they are, offer practical support, and help everyone advance with dignity. For more information or to table at this event please contact : Ieshea Green - igreen@people-usa.org #LEADTeam #MayDay #DutchessCounty #PoughkeepsieNY #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness #NewYork
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πŸ₯³ Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! πŸ₯³ 

This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection.

This will be a FREE event open for ALL to enjoy. Come and get to know our amazing staff and learn about the services in your community! πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™ 

⭐ Thank you to our Community Champion Presenting Sponsor WMC Health! ⭐

Thank you to our Circle of Hope Sponsor CDPHP. πŸ’š 

*If you or anyone you know are interested in supporting or being a part of this event please reach out to us.*

To Sponsor this event : https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/people-usa/wellness-wednesday-sponsorships-2026 

For more information contact : Events and Media Manager, Denika Dixon : ddixon@people-usa.org

#WellnessWednesdayWorkshops #PeopleUSAWellnessWednesdayWorkshops #WellnessFair #WellnessMatters #Wellness #WellnessWorkshops #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #SelfLove #Community #DutchessCounty #Poughkeepsie #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness
πŸ₯³ Save The Date and Join us on June 17th to celebrate our 4th Annual Wellness Wednesday Workshops! πŸ₯³ This is a community celebration that promotes mental health awareness, recovery, peer support, and whole-person wellness. The event brings together our community members, leaders, and providers for wellness activities, educational resources, and meaningful connection. This will be a FREE event open for ALL to enjoy. Come and get to know our amazing staff and learn about the services in your community! πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™ ⭐ Thank you to our Community Champion Presenting Sponsor WMC Health! ⭐ Thank you to our Circle of Hope Sponsor CDPHP. πŸ’š *If you or anyone you know are interested in supporting or being a part of this event please reach out to us.* To Sponsor this event : https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/people-usa/wellness-wednesday-sponsorships-2026 For more information contact : Events and Media Manager, Denika Dixon : ddixon@people-usa.org #WellnessWednesdayWorkshops #PeopleUSAWellnessWednesdayWorkshops #WellnessFair #WellnessMatters #Wellness #WellnessWorkshops #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #SelfLove #Community #DutchessCounty #Poughkeepsie #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Mentalhealth #Advocacy #Peers #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness
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#WellnessWednesday #WellnessCheck #StressAwarenessMonth How are you doing today? If you or a loved one ever need someone to talk to, please reach out to our Warmline number : (978)-488-HOPE (4673) πŸ“± You are not alone, we are here for you. πŸ’™ Our Warmline number is a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community. The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialistsβ€”individuals with lived experienceβ€”who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or in need of someone to talk to. This service is not a crisis line; it’s a place for conversation, encouragement, and shared understanding. For more information : https://people-usa.org/people-usa-announces-new-warmline-number-978-488-hope/ #WarmLine #HOPE #HelpLine #EmotinalSupport #PeopleUSA #PeopleUSANow #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #Advocacy #Peers #WellnessServices #Community #Support #Recovery #Sobriety #Prevention #Hope #RoadToMentalWellness
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