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Leadership

President Gary Mankowitz brings over four decades of expertise in program development, mental wellness advocacy, and organizational support. Known for his hands-on approach, Gary works closely with each client to design solutions that are not only effective, but also deeply aligned with their unique culture and needs. His leadership is defined by a steadfast commitment to excellence, measurable results, and lasting impact.

Supporting Leaders with a Turnkey Solution

Leaders are responsible for many priorities, and implementing a new program internally can be challenging.
That’s why Core Support Peer Solutions provides a complete turnkey implementation, allowing organizations to launch and sustain a peer support program with confidence.

Our services include:
• Program design and strategic consultation
• Custom digital peer support platform development
• Internal peer team guidance and implementation
• External peer support options for additional confidentiality
• Ongoing program support and program development
This approach allows leaders to introduce a meaningful wellness solution without adding operational burden.

When Support Is Needed the Most

The Moments That Matter Don’t Happen on a Schedule

For first responders and public safety professionals, the toughest moments rarely happen during normal business hours. Stress, trauma, and emotional fatigue often surface late at night, after difficult calls, or long after a shift ends.

That is why access to support must be immediate and always available.

Our program provides 24/7 access to professional mental wellness counselors, allowing members to speak with someone the moment support is needed — not days or weeks later.

When someone reaches out for help, the connection happens immediately.

Because in critical moments, waiting is not an option.

Why Traditional EAP Programs Often Go Unused

Access Exists — But Utilization Remains Low

Many organizations offer Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), yet most employees never use them.

Common barriers include:

  • Limited number of counseling sessions
  • Co-payments or insurance concerns
  • Complicated access procedures
  • Lack of confidentiality trust
  • Long wait times for appointments
  • Programs not designed for high-stress professions

As a result, many individuals delay seeking help until challenges become much more serious.

Our approach removes these barriers by providing:

Unlimited counseling sessions
$0.00 co-payment
Immediate 24/7 access
Simple and confidential connection options
Support designed specifically for high-stress professions

The goal is simple: make accessing help easy, private, and immediate.

Our Mission

To create safe, confidential spaces where individuals can connect with trained peers who understand their challenges and provide meaningful support.

our vision

A workforce where mental wellness is prioritized, resilience is built collectively, and no one feels isolated. “I believe that when individuals and families are supported, everyone in the community thrives. Our mission is to make sure no one faces challenges alone.” – Gary Mankowitz

our Commitment

We partner with leaders and organizations to create programs that integrate seamlessly into existing wellness initiatives while addressing gaps left by traditional Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). Our goal is to provide proactive, confidential, and meaningful support where it’s needed most.

our Values

Core Support Peer Solutions programs are guided by four key principles: