Peer Empowerment Network
is funded by:
United Way – http://www.uwlaurel.org/
Cambria County Behavioral Health - http://www.cambriacountypa.gov/behavioral-health.aspx
Cambria County Commissioners Office - http://www.cambriacountypa.gov
Peer Empowerment Network
Drop-In Center
The Peer Empowerment Network (PEN) Drop-In Center is a safe, supportive, and welcoming space for individuals 18 and older who are living with or recovering from a mental health condition. Our goal is to foster an atmosphere of acceptance where individuals feel valued, empowered, and supported in their journey toward self-worth, dignity, and self-respect.
📍 Location: 514 Somerset Street, Johnstown, PA
🕙 Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Evening & Weekend Hours: Posted on our monthly calendar
We invite you to drop in and visit us soon!
What We Offer
🌟 Socialization
We provide planned activities designed to encourage social interaction, strengthen social skills, and promote tolerance and acceptance of others. Check out our monthly calendar for upcoming events!
🤝 Peer Support
At the PEN Center, individuals connect with others who share similar experiences, such as navigating hospitalizations, medications, therapy, and daily challenges of mental health recovery.
Through shared understanding and encouragement, our members build a strong support system that helps them through difficult times. Many find that emotions like fear, anxiety, and frustration are universal human experiences—not something that sets them apart. Here, individuals realize they are not alone and have the power to make choices that shape their own lives.
🔗 Community Resource & Linkage to Services
We also provide linkages to community resources and mental health services, ensuring individuals have access to the support and care they need. Whether you need assistance with housing, employment, healthcare, or additional mental health services, our team is here to help connect you to valuable resources in the community.
📚 Education & Wellness
We offer a variety of educational workshops and resources on:
✔ Understanding mental health and substance use recovery
✔ Medication management
✔ Nutrition and healthy living
✔ Coping with difficult emotions
✔ Life skills and independent living
Through education and peer learning, individuals gain practical tools to enhance their well-being and actively engage in the community. Join us at the Peer Empowerment Network Drop-In Center! Whether you're looking for support, friendship, or a place to grow, we are here for you. Your journey is important—let’s take the next steps together.