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AOD services during COVID-19 - A dual diagnosis peer worker
AOD services during COVID-19 - A dual diagnosis peer worker
AOD services during COVID-19 - A dual diagnosis peer worker
Wednesday 24th June 2020
Rhiannon, a dual diagnosis peer worker, discusses adapting AOD services during COVID-19, focusing on challenges, peer support, and harm reduction.
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Get the buttons here!Rhiannon's Resilience: Navigating AOD Services During COVID-19
I've always thought of myself, as you know, somebody that really likes their alone time and you know, lacks their downtime. Now I think I know my group of friends and even myself are quite nervous to still put ourselves out there and, you know, get together in small groups.
The pandemic has reshaped many aspects of our lives, and for Rhiannon, a dual diagnosis peer worker in Melbourne, it meant finding new ways to support her clients. In this episode of 'Straight From the Source', Rhiannon opens up about the hurdles she faced when COVID-19 restrictions changed the landscape of Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services. Used to building relationships and offering emotional support face-to-face, she had to pivot quickly to maintain connections and provide essential services remotely.
Rhiannon shares how she adapted her role, creating a peer support system within her office and embracing digital communication tools to stay in touch with clients. Despite the initial challenges, she discovered silver linings like more frequent peer network meetings and the empowerment of saying 'no' when necessary. This episode is a testament to the resilience of those working in AOD services and highlights the crucial role of peer support in navigating tough times.
If you're interested in how frontline workers are adapting and the resources available for harm reduction, this conversation offers valuable insights and hope.