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Join us for an informative Lunch & Learn session exploring the transformative power of peer support programs in substance use recovery. This session will provide parole officers, helping professionals, and family members with essential insights into how lived experience can become a powerful tool for supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
Participants will discover the unique benefits of peer support models, with a special focus on the AmeriCorps Recovery Program and its innovative approach to community-based recovery assistance. Through interactive discussion and real-world examples, attendees will gain practical knowledge about integrating peer support strategies into their professional practice or personal support networks.
Whether you're a probation officer seeking to enhance reentry success rates, a helping professional looking to expand your toolkit, or a family member wanting to better support a loved one in recovery, this session will equip you with valuable understanding of peer support's role in sustainable recovery outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the core principles and evidence-based benefits of peer support programs in substance use recovery, including how shared lived experience enhances engagement and reduces stigma in the recovery process.
Describe the structure and impact of the AmeriCorps Recovery Program, including its unique service model, volunteer opportunities, and measurable outcomes in supporting community-based recovery initiatives.
Apply practical peer support strategies in their professional or personal contexts, including techniques for building trust, facilitating connections to peer networks, and recognizing when peer support referrals are most beneficial.
Target Audience: Probation officers, social workers, counselors, case managers, probation officers, family members, and other professionals or individuals involved in supporting recovery journeys.
