I agree with Tony and Brent about saying how the concept is great, but it's not well run. The location is pretty close and convenient to me, but there's not much parking in the lot. Street parking is full because there are just dozens of apartment buildings on the street. I called about their job seekers group, and I was told by the person answering the phone that they meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays, so the next one would be 4/18th. On 4/11th, they had kind of an "open house" event where you could sample meetings and check the place out. When I got there, another lady told me the job seeker's group has not been meeting for at least 2 months. SO, I wasted gas and time. I stuck around to check out the building, and it's somewhat shabby and run-down. Each meeting room is completely different, so you might end up in one a bit nicer than the others. An improvised group was put together, with just 3 other people besides myself. But they are not coming back so there's no "group." Supposedly, I'm to check back in a few weeks. In my opinion, this is literally "hit or miss". I missed the group that did exist, but they stopped coming. And people can drop in or out at anytime, hence you may come and there's no group that day or at all anymore. I was told most groups are ongoing, but of course the one I desperately need is not meeting now. My only consolation is I don't know if it would have been helpful anyway. What I really need is emotional or moral support from those in the same boat, not yet another workshop or lesson on how to write a resume, how to dress for an interview, how to figure out my goals etc. Heck, I could teach that stuff. Tony is right in that it doesn't reach the number of people it could. I found out by chance, when I found a flyer of theirs at the senior center. I'm long term unemployed, and stuck in the Catch-22 of needing a job to get a job. I just need a freaking job, like the many still millions of long term unemployed out there. read more

I was absolutely shocked to see the negative reviews that were written here. Lucky for me I got a red light ticket almost a year ago. I was given the wonderful option of doing community service. When I went to the court house they said I could choose where I wanted to do the community service. After saying no to the first three or so options, I was then given the name SHARE. I was told that this would be some type of office work and the mission of SHARE was to not only help the homeless but also to help people with addiction and a multitude of psychological disorders. I didn't need to hear another word...SHARE was the place I wanted to be. I called and was told that I would need to go to a training in order to be able to volunteer. I did this on a Saturday and it was great! Once I began my community service I fell in love with Claudia and Kevin. SHARE does so much to help the community. They have regular job fairs where they bring potential employers to SHARE to meet with those who are in recovery or being treated for a mental illness. There are too many amazing things to list them all here. I love volunteering at SHARE and plan to have a life long relationship with them. They accomplish miracles with a small staff and a large amount of volunteers. I think the greatest misconception about the attitude of some of the people at SHARE is that they are either recovering or suffering from a mental illness. So many people are not aware of what that actually means. It is very difficult for some of these people to sit in a public place and actually work. It would be nice if those who had bad things to say would educate themselves a little more so they could have some compassion for these hard working (silently suffering) individuals. SHARE is amazing and so are ALL of the people who either work there or volunteer! read more

This is a one of a kind resource center in Culver City and Downtown Los Angeles. Unlike a lot of clinics, hospitals, respite houses and other resource organizations that I've been to in CA, there is no obvious distinction between who is an employee and who is a Peer; and NOBODY here pretends to be an expert on anything. Everybody at SHARE! is working together to empower themselves and to empower eachother no matter where they are on their' own path of recovery. SHARE! is like a one-stop-shop for every support group that you can think of; with meetings held 7 days a week from anything ranging to CA, AA, Anger Release, to other groups that support recovery from childhood traumas, over-eating and expression through art and even financial recovery. SHARE! has a FREE 2 week Recovery Retreat that happens every month, FREE classes that you can attend and receive a certificate for completing (if you are interested in becoming a Peer Specialist), they offer immediate housing through the Collaborative Housing Program (without having to jump through hoops, or pay a deposit, or get slapped onto some ridiculous waiting list for for 2 years) they have volunteer opportunities if you need to do community service, they host Job Fairs and they even have a computer access area if you need to type up a resumè or handle some other important things for yourself. This is-- hands-down-- one of the best and most complete resource organizations in Los Angeles. Oh!! And did I mention they have a community garden too? Sayyy whaaaa!? read more

I recently just finished the 3rd module on peer support specialist training learning about the different tools and peer bridging and how to make it effective for where I am. I an from Santa Barbara county area and heard of the training through my work and the staff has been very accommodating with providing travel expenses as well as hotel cost. They are providing services to outside of their county and hold support groups daily and volunteer opportunities. It's a peer runned organization that gives opportunities for growth in a person's personal recovery and has given me tools to work on my own personal recovery. The staff is very understanding and welcoming to people and I wish that I can pick Libby's brain some more on ideas and coordinating with outside agencies and counties to teach other organizations and mental health agencies the effectiveness of what a peer is and all about. Also how to use peer services to help individuals struggling with recovery with a person's own lived experience vs someone in a clinical setting with no experiences on personal addictions. read more

I am a family member and Peer Support. I have worked in the Mental Health field for over 20 years and thought, "What can I learn from SHARE! that I haven't been doing in 20 years?" WAY WRONG! After an attitude adjustment, I rediscovered my Peer Support roots which had been "Clinicalized" over years of trying to meet billing and county requirements! The Peer Support training classes renewed my love for peer support and changed how I serve others in my job! My boss even complemented me on how much I have changed through the Peer Support training and I received a much better Employee Performance Rating this year! I learned a lot about myself, (as a family member of a loved one with mental health issues), and how others living with mental health issues live a better life when family members allow them to be the lead in their own decision making process for their treatment and recovery. Thank You to all the staff, trainers and volunteers at SHARE! who touch so many lives daily and gave me the opportunity to be a better me! What you do is amazing! Susie B. read more

One of the worst non-profits I ever worked and receive services from. Poor management (Ruth, Libby and Jason). Employee turnover so high they should win award for how not to treat people. Share has a housing program and I lived in few houses. From day one I can say it was a nightmare. Violence, harassment, corruption, theft,drug abuse and such more i bared witness to living in those houses. Not one Peer Bridger has every solve a problem or gave efficient tools to do so. The Share retreat in Monterey Park is rat infested hell hole. A lady was feeling suicidal and a staff walked her around the blocks and her medication back her and told her to go sleep. People attending meetings at 6666 location have told me they feel uncomfortable and unsafe. Ruth,Libby and Jason falsified paperwork to steal money from the Department of Mental Health. They been doing it for years. I'm tired of Share getting away with this madness. Contact me at crazybroke213@gmail.com to share your experiences. read more

I notice there have been several reviews which frankly don't understand what a peer run wellness center. Some of the things they complain about are actually the purpose for doing it this way. So that all are included, everyone is the same. I've been going to SHARE! for the last year and a half and seen all the positive changes. In their 12 Step and other self help programs. Their mental health outreach, their collective housing program and many other services. Those that complain, ask them how much they paid for them? Answer is, zip, nada, nothing, they did it as a community service. And some of the help may be less than concierge service, but that's because they go out of their way to hire peers with the same challenges the people who come there face. I volunteer and work with homeless, substance abuse, mental health and other issues with groups having nothing to do with SHARE!, give it a break. I'm sure there's people who complained Mother Teresa didn't dress better. read more

For the last 7 months I have been going to SHARE and it has changed my life. I recently finished the Peer Specialist program and I also now intern at SHARE. I found for the first time a place where I can work on my self and my goals with support. For me this is a safety zone and I can be myself and use all of the skills I have gained in my life to help others that a suffing from mental illness and homelessness. I decieded to apply to work there because I love the concept and I could see where I could be an asset to the company. I am now working in Outreach and helping to organize internships, greet guest and apply all of my peer tools to assist anyone that come through the doors of SHARE. I look forward to the growth and all of the beautiful changes that are taking place at SHARE. I am thankful to have a place that supports me and in return I can help give back to the organization and community. read more

I had the most rewarding and amazing experiences taking the Peer Specialist Certification Course. Libby Hartman is one of the most dynamic beautiful individual's I have ever meet.I,am forever changed by taking her course and it has open my heart and eyes to a world that I never knew existed before. Also,the experiences ,relationships I have developed at SHARE Retreat House are to be cherished forever. I have found my life calling and know that this is what my life dedication .Share is a unique organization that loves better then any one else and cares better than any one else.SHARE has allowed me to become an Intern and Volunteer which has given me so much and in turn has allowed me to be of service. SHARE is like my family since I have none. They are beautiful and waiting and wanting to help you. I love SHARE and would do anything for them at any time. read more

S.H.A.R.E ! is an asset to anyone seeking support, knowledge, peace and recovery, not just from drug addiction, but life situations. There is a lot of support, guidance and information for people at S.H.A.R.E self help. If people are busy because they are helping other people that's a good thing, just wait your turn. I support the team, volunteers and staff at share self help, I have only received pleasant personalities, greeted with a smile and warm invitation to take part in what ever group would benefit my needs, I have even lead a group and that was very rewarding for me. I am attending the peer specialist class now and it has proven to be very beneficial to me personally and professionally. Libby, You deserve an award for your program and as an instructor for peer specialist trainer. read more

I took SHARE 3 specialist classes and let me tell you. They made me feel so empowered. Libby made me feel like I could go out and help any one that came across my path. Before I took her class I had a different way of thinking toward the homeless and the mentally ill. Share is a different place were the homeless can come and better themselfs and relax and feel at home. . For the mentally Ill it gives us a sense of belonging and not being an outsider. Its motivates you were you want to do good. I've been around this place for a long while and I recommended it to all the people who have a wrong concept of the homeless and the mentally ill. This place is awesome. You meet great people and people who you could you learn from. They are all very friendly and have much to offer. read more

I've been a peer and a mental health consumer and a recovered addict alcoholic recovered shoplifter Criminal I've discovered share in downtown Los Angeles and share culvercity in 2015 when I was in a treatment facility and I feel that they definitely were one of the crucial Tools in my life and save my life with peer Support Services I currently just finished the first Peer 101 training I absolutely support share Organization for everything they do and I'm very grateful that I discovered share in downtown Los Angeles and share in Culver City I have a many peers who support and understand what I'm going through and if not they direct me to other people if not we start our own groups thank you again share thank you God I love my life I have so much gratitude. read more

This center is saving my life. I suffer from schizoaffective disorder and have been battling drug addiction for 20+ years. I am also homeless and without this center I would have to be outside or at a library all day. Here I found a community of peers who understand and love me unconditionally. Plus by having access to a variety of support groups, I have been able to make a large number of friends who are willing to help outside of SHARE. Without this amazing center I can almost guarantee I would not be sober today. I would recommend this community to anyone that's wanting to improve there quality of their life. read more

Recovery is hard and so is asking for help, but I know many people that call SHARE! their home. The heart of this place is the population it serves and through it all, SHARE! has been a place of comfort for the individuals that find themselves without anywhere else to go. You will show up and find people of all walks of life, but it's a testament of the fact that recovery can unify people. No organization is perfect, but I can say this one has certain pillars of strength holding it up and making it what it is. Thanks Kevin for being a source of encouragement during one of my darkest times! read more

I am a 24 year old female and recovering from drug addiction. I was homeless several months ago and I went to SHARE in Culver City. The lower level staff members were OK but Kevin is a really bad and filthy dude. As someone already said here, he is a Master at head games and if you are a girl, he will try to get into your pants. Someone should report this place and this creep. Stay away from this place as far as possible ! I ended up going to PATH and I got help. read more

Share is a for sure different kind of place if you need the help they will help you but it's important that you get involved in the community and seek the help yourself no place is perfect, nobody is perfect but if you need to help and really want the help share will help you this place is a wonderful place and I've known this place for quite a few years now downtown location and Culver City. Give yourself a chance and don't give up. read more

I have come here on suggestion of my Partner. She said it would be good for me. I went initially for the Peer Training Class, it was learning of a Community that I belonged to without being judged. It increased my Productivity and Proactivity of Innerwork. I learned of groups and Organizations like Peer Action for Change and Recovery International. I can work for others like me and Empower my own Mental Health. 10 stars read more

The operations manager here is inappropriate and racist. I heard him tell a co worker that, "there's no way im hiring that white boy" after we had a group "interview", which was really just the hiring manager trying to flex. I guess when you give up on your goals and dreams, it's easier to try and bring others down and feel better about yourself by sharing how amazing you are as an individual. Weird flex, but okay, Kevin! read more

S.H.A.R.E.! Is a wonderful place giving anyone and everyone a chance to seek refuge and support. If you are looking for a meeting, or need a place to just rest your feet, S.H.A.R.E.! is the place to be. Wanting to learn tools to stay sober? Wanting to advance your career but afraid that your past might come up to bite you? Come to S.H.A.R.E! and meet like minded individuals seeking the same solace as yourself! read more