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Episode 36 - The Benefits of Peer Supports
Episode 36 - The Benefits of Peer Supports
Episode 36 - The Benefits of Peer Supports
Saturday 3rd October 2020
Angela Scott explains how peer support is revolutionizing mental health and addiction recovery, reducing hospitalizations, and creating safe spaces for those in need.
41 minutes
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Hopeful
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Get the buttons here!Angela Scott: The Power of Peer Support in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
Organizations that have strong peer services are starting to experience less hospitalization, less incarcerations, more engagement into the clients that we serve, more engagement into the services that they're receiving.
Ever wondered how people with lived experience can transform mental health and addiction recovery? Angela Scott, head of the Office of Peer Supports & Recovery for New River Valley Community Services, dives into this very topic. In this episode of 'Dissect & Connect', Angela shares her insights on the critical role peer support plays in the continuum of care for mental health and substance use disorders.
She highlights how Medicaid is opening doors for more agencies to offer these invaluable services, which in turn are helping to reduce hospitalizations and incarceration rates. Angela doesn't shy away from addressing the initial discomfort some may feel when working with peers. She believes that education and exposure are key to overcoming these barriers. By creating safe spaces like the 401 Peer Center, peer services provide comfort and support for those on their recovery journey.
The pandemic has posed unique challenges, but it has also pushed agencies to innovate and find new ways to connect with those in need. Angela passionately advocates for increased funding for peer services, emphasizing their potential for personal, spiritual, and professional growth. She also points listeners to resources such as SAMHSA, VOCAL, Mental Health America, NAMI, and the National Peer Support Network for further information.
Tune in to hear how peer support is not just a service but a lifeline for many, fostering engagement and providing hope during these challenging times.