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Peer/Mutual Support Services
 Birmingham
Group Health Services, Inc.'s (BGHS) commitment to a recovery-oriented system of
care and holistic approach to treatment have inspired the creation of a
variety of peer/mutual support services led by consumers of BGHS.
The following are a list of peer support services currently offered
at BGHS.
Peer Engagement
Program:
BGHS' Peer Engagement Program employs persons in
recovery who assist other individuals in overcoming barriers they may
experience in accessing more traditional mental health services.
Warm-Line:
This peer-run service is available to individuals who are not in crisis yet
could benefit from the assistance of peers in managing day to day
frustrations and difficulties. For more information about the
Warm-Line, click here.
Customer Service
Representatives:
This innovative service provides assistance
for individuals who are just beginning to seek supports at BGHS. Upon
intake, individuals are informed about the availability of this volunteer
service which provides assistance from peers who have been hired and trained
as customer services representatives to help individuals negotiate the BGHS
system of treatment and care, fill out initial paper work, and accompany
individuals during the waiting room portion of their first visit.
Peer Support Groups
Research suggests that
peers helping peers are an important factor in recovery success.
Peer-led support groups facilitate supportive peer relationships and empower
consumers to become active participants in their treatment plans.
The following
peer-led support groups are currently being offered at BGHS:
Community Warmline:
A support program that provides a free telephone number for persons in
recovery to call when they need support, a chat, or just a friendly and
understanding ear to talk to.
(Click here for more
information about The Warmline.)
Schizophrenics Anonymous (S.A.)
- A self-help support group for persons recovering from Schizophrenia or a
Schizophrenia related illness.
(Click here for
more information about S.A.)
Emotions Anonymous -
A support group for persons wishing to make changes in the way he/she deals
with emotions.
Art Group - A group
that utilizes art to help reduce stress.
Advocacy Committee -
A group that discusses and advocates for issues concerning persons in
recovery.
Executive Committee -
Members of The Valley Social Club who plan activities and events for the
club.
(Click here for more information about The
Valley Social Club.)
For more
information about Birmingham Group Health Services' Peer Support Groups,
including meeting times, dates, and locations, contact the Rehabilitation
Department at (203) 736-2601.
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