EPIC Peer Parent Support

Parents Supporting Parents

Support by parents, for parents. EPIC is entering a new phase — simpler, lighter, and sustainable. While some things have changed, the heart of what we do stays the same: parents supporting parents with empathy, honesty, and lived experience.

We know how hard it can be to care for a young person going through mental health challenges, disengaging from school, or taking risks. You are not alone — EPIC is here to walk alongside you.

Due to funding challenges, EPIC Peer Parent Phone and Individual Support
will be paused indefinitely on 1 July 2025.

EPIC Peer Parent Support - How to Get Involved or Stay Connected?

  • Gentle, informal meetups in local parks and open spaces. We BYO snacks and choose locations near shelter just in case it rains. Come as you are, connect, breathe, and chat with others who get it. Check out the upcoming walks here.

  • Relaxed, real conversations on a theme, sometimes with a guest speaker. Join from the comfort of your home. Cameras on or off, no pressure. Check out the upcoming meet ups here.

  • Connection and conversation at your fingertips. Ask a question, share a win, or just read along. No need to feel alone in the hard moments. Request to be added to the EPIC WhatsApp Community here. Request to be added to the EPIC FaceBook Group here.

  • Stories, resources, and tools written by parents, for parents. Stay up to date, feel understood, and learn something new along the way. Sign up to join the EPIC Community and receive monthly updates here.

Coming soon: Phone Support from Trained Peer Volunteers

EPIC Peer Parent Training. Soon, trained volunteers from the EPIC community will be in th position to offer confidential phone support to fellow parents.

Whether you just need to talk, ask a question, or feel heard, we’ll connect you with someone who’s been there.

To receive phone support, register as an EPIC community member here (it’s free!) so we can ensure safe, timely support that’s right for you. Members can request phone support here.

Parent Testimonial:

"Thank you so much for you commitment to providing safe spaces for parents and young people to learn more about the real struggles we face. Your support fills a gap in the community that makes a real impact. I benefit from it and I often refer your services and events to people I meet. The support you offer is needed (plus more!) and the value of these preventative kinds of programs you provide is priceless!"

EPIC Community member :)

 Questions? Email EPIC at contact@empoweringparentsincrisis.com

Confused? Isolated? Connect with the EPIC community here.