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I started a weekly peer support group for women survivors of trauma in April 2018. It took a few weeks to get any uptake on the offer. In the beginning a few people who knew me trickled in to provide some encouragement. Some people working at the center that eventually agreed to give me access to a room to host the event, told me that if people got the sense that I was in it for the long haul, they would then start taking me up on my offer. I was determined to persist, so I stuck it out even...

Check out my new post outlining recent successes and initial challenges with launching my peer support group. https://www.acesconnection.com/blog/new-peer-support-group-successes-and-challenges

Congratulations on your success to date! Your perseverance has paid off and I have no doubt word of mouth from participants will lead to growth so that those who would benefit will have the chance to access peer support and recovery.

Elizabeth: Look. Some info/data and a resource. You are breaking new ground! http://www.mentalhealthexcelle...-peer-interventions/