Compeer Program
Steuben County Youth Bureau
3 East Pulteney Square
Bath, NY  14810
Phone: (607)776-9631  Ext. 2608

The Four Steps to a Compeer Friendship

Step One: JOIN
  • Complete an application
  • Schedule and interview.
  • Discuss opportunities
  • Compeer volunteers come from all walks of life, all races, all religions and urban and suburban neighborhoods.


    Step Two: MATCH
    • Attend a free training session
    • Learn about waiting friends
    • Choose a friend in your community.
    Compeer friends are as diverse as our volunteers. They are referred to Compeer by Mental Health Professionals


    Step Three: MEET
    • Meet with the referring therapist.
    • Meet with your Compeer friend
    Compeer staff supports volunteers with on-going professional guidance to facilitate the development of productive friendships.


    Step Four: ENJOY
    • Spend time and have fun with your Compeer friend.
    • Attend special Compeer events.