3 O’Clock Coffee Club

The 3 o’clock Coffee Club is a peer-support program offered through Hope’s House, created to provide informal, heartfelt connection for first responders and their families. While professional counseling is essential, we believe there’s another vital form of support—having someone to talk to who’s truly been there. This program isn’t therapy; it’s about conversation, empathy, and being heard by someone who understands the lifestyle, the culture, and the weight that comes with service.

At its core, the 3 O’Clock Coffee Club exists to make sure that no first responder—or the people who love them—ever feel like they’re facing it all alone. It’s a seat at the table, a voice on the other end of the line, and a reminder that someone is always there to listen.

Who Can Join?

The 3 O’Clock Coffee Club is open to all first responders—career or volunteer, active or retired—and their immediate family members. We also welcome those who have lost a loved one to suicide or mental health challenges within the first responder community.

Fill out our short, confidential form:

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Email us at: support@hopeshouse.life
Text us at: (302) 236-7654

We will connect you with your preferred peer support volunteer (if requested) or thoughtfully match you with a volunteer based on your background and support preferences. You decide how you'd like to connect—whether by text, phone call, or email.

Please note: Volunteer availability may vary, and response times may depend on peer caseload and scheduling.

You are not alone—and we're honored to walk beside you.

The History

The name “3 O’Clock Coffee Club” pays tribute to a long-standing firehouse tradition. In many stations, mid afternoon coffee is an unofficial time to pause, share a coffee, and talk about anything and everything—from the day's calls to life’s bigger struggles. At the coffee table, rank disappears, egos are left behind, and true connection happens. It’s a moment of peace, camaraderie, and equality in the middle of a chaotic shift. That’s the spirit we carry into this program.

Intersted in joining the club as a peer?

Want to get involved but aren’t sure if being a Coffee Club Peer Member is right for you?

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