Located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, The Center is the primary home of Connections Peer Support — a welcoming space where recovery, wellness, and community come together. It’s a place to drop in for a group, share a meal, or simply be among friends who understand.
The Center is a peer-run environment built on respect, mutual support, and the belief that everyone deserves a place to belong. Whether you’re new to Connections or a longtime member, The Center offers room to grow, connect, and heal at your own pace.
EXPLORE WHAT'S HAPPENING INSIDE
The Center is the hub of all Connections programs, offering a full schedule of peer-led activities, recovery groups, wellness classes, and enrichment opportunities. Members can:
Join Health & Wellness programs such as cooking, nutrition, and mindfulness groups
The Center is open to all adults seeking connection, understanding, and a sense of community. It’s a welcoming space where laughter, learning, and recovery happen side by side. Members often describe The Center as a place where they feel seen, supported, and accepted. A second home where healing grows from shared experience.
LOCATION & HOURS
The Center – Connections Peer Support
544 Islington St
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-427-6966
HOURS:
Monday: 8:30-5:30
Tuesday: 8:30-5:30
Wednesday: 7:30-5:30
Thursday: 7:30-6:00
Friday: 8:30-1:30
Visitors are always welcome to stop by for a tour or to learn more about membership.
“I like when I come to Connections I can talk to the staff and they listen. They all help me a lot.”
-Melissa,memberatPortsmouthCenter
MORE THAN A BUILDING
The Center is the foundation of the Connections community, a living example of peer support in action. It’s where people come to connect, learn, and remind one another that recovery is not only possible, but shared.
Whether you’re here for a group, a meal, or a quiet moment among friends, The Center is a place where hope takes root and connection grows.
