Posted on: April 6, 2020Posted by: ourspaceincComments: 0
Peer Support
Peer support services are delivered by individuals who have common life experiences with the people they are serving. People with mental and/or substance abuse disorders have a unique capacity to help each other based on a shared affiliation, and a deep understanding of this experience. In self-help and mutual support, people offer encouragement, strength and hope to their peers, which allows for personal growth, wellness-promotion, and recovery.
Peers also provide assistance that promotes a sense of belonging within the community. The ability to contribute to and enjoy one’s community is key to recovery and well-being. Another critical component that peers provide is the development of self-efficacy through role modeling and assisting peers with ongoing recovery through mastery of experiences and finding meaning, purpose, and social connections in their lives.
Improve skills and abilities in the following areas:
Manage symptoms and/or triggers
Decrease alcohol/substance use
Increase self-reliance and achieve functional independence
Promote feelings of hope and overall wellness
Foster development of healthy relationships
Create community connections and natural support
Improve personal safety and stability
Improve access to, or engagement in, needed clinical and/or supportive services
Supportive Housing: Highland Commons, Empowerment Villages, and Farwell Studio
Provider Referral Process Please download and fill out our referral form. Email the completed PDF form to Melissa Wisniewski. If you have any questions regarding peer support services please call Melissa at 414-383-8921 Ext. 2.