Who Are We? 

MENders! 

MENders is an open concept support group for anyone who identifies as male. MENders values and protects the privacy of all participants. We’ve created a safe, confidential space where all topics are welcome, where all viewpoints can be heard, and where we have been able to talk about really challenging and important issues. 

We also end up laughing our butts off before the meeting is over! We simply NEVER could have anticipated all of the topics that come up in a MENders meeting! The language can get coarse, of course, but along with the color and the candor, there’s a whole bunch of care and connection, too. We’ve normalized talking openly about mental health, trauma, addictions, parenting challenges, and relationship struggles. MENders is supported by Heywood Healthcare*and the Montachusett Suicide Prevention Task Force*.  

Men can self-refer, there’s no need for insurance, we keep only enough contact information for participants so that we can send meeting reminders and links (via text or email.)