Let's do Peer Group Facilitation - insights and top tips

Let's do Peer Group Facilitation - insights and top tips

Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a successful peer support group? In this episode of 'Making Recovery Real', you'll hear from Emma, Graham, Heidi, Hayley, and Jeanette, who share their experiences and practical advice on creating authentic and intentional peer spaces. The episode revolves around the newly launched 'Let's do Peer Group Facilitation' resource, which offers four free practical guides for anyone interested in peer support.

These seasoned facilitators take you behind the scenes of the development process, revealing how they collaborated to craft a resource that truly benefits peer support communities across Scotland. They discuss the importance of choosing the right venue, avoiding clinical jargon, and establishing a group agreement to ensure a values-based approach. The conversation also highlights the critical role of self-care for facilitators, suggesting check-in and check-out processes with powerful questions to foster deeper connections.

By the end of this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into making peer support groups that genuinely enhance mental health recovery. If you're keen to start or improve a peer support group, this episode is packed with tips and resources to guide you on your journey.