What is a Peer Supporter?
Peers provide emotional and social support to others who share a similar experience. Peer support services are about breaking down barriers, and providing a safe, stigma free support network for anyone that is in need of one.
Services:
In person
Virtual
Peer Support Group
Educational Sessions
Guest Speakers
Walk-ins
Special Events
To set up an appointment, or for more information, please call or email.
Contact Info
Peer Supporter: Rox Letiec
90 Main Street
Stephenville, NL A2N 1J3
Email: roxanne.nawn@gmail.com
Telephone: (709) 643-1299
Mental Health Peer Support
This is a trauma informed health program that provides a multitude of healing support. Some programming include Sharing Circles, and a number of mental health wellness initiatives combination of online and in-person offered at no cost to the participants.
Guest speakers, mental health coping skills, topics based on the community's needs such as residential schools, intergenerational trauma, addictions, self-care. Light refreshments and craft supplies will be provided to create a safe and culturally inclusive environment for people of all genders.
Transportation can be a barrier to accessing services; aid will be available for those without transportation or who need gas reimbursement to attend support or programming.