There are many different types of peer-run alternatives to psychiatric hospitalization. Successful peer-run respites are currently operating in New Hampshire, Maine, W. Virginia, Ohio, Georgia, Alaska, New York, Nebraska, Arizona and North Carolina. In addition, programs are being developed in other states including Massachusetts, California, and New Mexico. Below is a directory of peer-run alternatives compiled by NEC. If you are aware of a program or service that should be added to this list, please contact the National Empowerment Center with the information. Read more here: Continue Reading…
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Soteria-Alaska was established to provide an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization under the principles established by the beloved, late Dr. Loren Mosher in his Soteria-House project for people who want to try something other than psychotropic drugs. Read More here: Continue Reading…
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Shery offers a broad range of training based on individual needs. These may include training in intentional trauma-informed peer support, warmline skills, peer run crisis alternatives, co-supervision, Facilitator training and training for professionals in recovery-based practice. All training is very interactive using role play to demonstrate “values in action.” Read More here: Continue Reading…
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Voices of the Heart Mission To promote and defend the rights and interests of people who have been labeled “mentally ill”. To support the rights of service recipients to exercise freedom and control over their own lives. To provide peer support to service recipients in speaking out about their own needs. To address issues in the mental health system that affects the lives of service recipients. To engage in other activities related to networking with other groups or organizations that will support and advocate initiatives, agenda, coalitions and information exchange (visit Voices of the Heart Continue Reading…
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