Meet Jack Brown | Executive Director

We had the good fortune of connecting with Jack Brown and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jack, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
Peer 2 Peer Whole Wellness is a 501(c)(3) non profit. Peer 2 Peer provides Peer support for individuals with mental health challenges, and Substance mis-use challenges. We also provide a number of other services. Life Skills, Supportive Employment,, Counseling for Mental Health and Substance Use, We provide the services in various underserved communities. Peer 2 Peer also has a couple of Outreach programs. One is Feeding the Forgotten. Once a month We provide a Hot meal, Hygiene Kits, and various clothing items (when donations permit). We also have the Peer 2 Peer mobile pantry. Through our Community partner Catholic Charities. We are able to host a Pop Up food pantry in the southern section of Dallas to the underserved community.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
At Peer 2 Peer Whole Wellness, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and their families. Our mission is to aid and equip them with the essential tools needed to navigate community resources, support groups, and other supportive services, ultimately assisting them in achieving long-term recovery.

What sets us apart from others is our deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals and their families. We are committed to providing holistic support that addresses their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We believe that a comprehensive approach is crucial in promoting overall wellness and facilitating sustainable healing.

We take great pride in the impact we have made thus far. Seeing the positive transformations and hearing the stories of individuals and families who have benefited from our services brings us immense joy and fulfillment. It serves as a constant reminder of the importance of our work and fuels our passion to continue making a difference.

Getting to where we are today hasn’t been easy. Like any business, we faced numerous challenges along the way. One of the key obstacles was establishing a strong network of community resources and support systems to ensure that we could provide the best assistance possible. Overcoming this challenge required extensive research, collaboration with local organizations, and building strong relationships within the community. We also had to navigate the complexities of fundraising and securing adequate resources to sustain our operations.

Throughout our journey, we have learned valuable lessons. We have realized the significance of adaptability and flexibility in a constantly evolving landscape. By staying open to new ideas, listening to the needs of our target audience, and being willing to adjust our approach, we have been able to better meet the ever-changing needs of the veteran community.

We want the world to know that at Peer 2 Peer Whole Wellness, we are more than just a support service provider. We are a beacon of hope for individuals and their families, empowering them to reclaim their lives and find a renewed sense of purpose. Our commitment to their well-being extends beyond short-term solutions, as we strive to equip them with the tools and resources necessary for long-term recovery.

Our brand and story are rooted in compassion, understanding, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact. We believe that every individual and their family deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and joyful life, and we are dedicated to making that a reality. Together, we can build a stronger support system for those who have served our country, fostering a sense of belonging, resilience, and whole wellness.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Yes I would like to shout out our dedicated volunteer. That makes all these things happen for Peer 2 Peer.

Lawanda Ferguson
Belinda Ferguson-Hearns
Ardean Hearns
Deedra Jemison
Kenneth Johnson
Amy Ivy

My Wife Lawanda Ferguson is Peer 2 Peer biggest Cheer Leader

Website: peer2peerwholewellness.org

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/77286207/admin/

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Image Credits
The World At a Glance Photography