Recovery feels lonely without the right people around you. This guide from Help Is Hope shows you how to find a strong support network in Stanislaus County—peer mentors, recovery groups, and community connections that lift you up.

They have never had a panic attack in a grocery store because she couldn't afford the food. Never chosen between medication and rent. Never heard voices telling them they are worthless. Never had to white-knuckle their way through another day of sobriety knowing the cravings might win. But someone has. And if you have Health Net or Health Plan of San Joaquin Medi-Cal coverage, you can work with that person for free. Peer Support Specialists are people with lived experience