Trail Guides

Trail Guides is designed to support young adults as they navigate life’s critical challenges. Our program uses a peer-led, peer-driven approach to highlight each person’s right to self-determination. Trail Guides is dedicated specifically to Montgomery County for young adults age 18-26 who have a serious mental health diagnosis. 

Our program’s intent is for young adults to choose paths that lead to independent, fulfilling, and productive lives in the community while reducing hospitalization, incarceration, and engagement in negative and self—destructive behaviors. 

Our Certified Peer Specialists bring practical knowledge and experience to support our participants. We operate on the principle of a person-centered approach, offering participants an opportunity to determine their own path to recovery.  

Goals include:

  • Continuing with education

  • Obtaining a driver’s license

  • Gaining employment

  • Improving socialization skills and building new friendships

  • Maintaining health and wellness 


Eligibility Requirements

  • Be between the ages of 18 to 26

  • Have an emotional disturbance or mental health diagnosis 

  • Live in the Montgomery County area

  • Hold Magellan Behavioral Health Insurance 

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