Peer Support Specialists Nybelle Caruso and Andrew Pegram discuss ways that the peer workforce can come together in Oregon. This conversation ties into bigger discussions around social change, society, and how to build a sense of community in a post-pandemic world.

What is Peer Support? Peer Support is a modality of providing emotional support from the lens of lived experience. Often peer supporters have had their own mental health and/or addictions challenges and can support others through disclosing these shared experiences. Peer support is also a different kind of relationship from the kind one might have with a therapist or social worker - one that is focused on mutuality, connection, community, and building one's self-determination.