Peer Support
Peer Support has been a vital aspect of recovery for many of us
CMS letter to State Medicaid Directors (8/15/2007)
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Hearing Voices Support
A discussion forum for voice hearers with links to forums for people who support people who hear voices - http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/voice-hearers
Mary Ellen Copeland's website
Her work is based on the values of hope, self-determination, personal empowerment, and responsibility; focusing on strengths rather than deficits, education, simple and safe non-invasive responses, and the use of natural systems of support - www.mentalhealthrecovery.com
MIND Bookstore
For self-help and recovery books - www.mind.org.uk/osb/showitem.cfm/Category/24
Peer Support and Advocacy
The National Mental Health Consumers' Self-Help Clearinghouse - www.mhselfhelp.org
Peer Support in Disaster Planning
A Position Paper and Recommendations from the National Center for Disabilities.
Peer Support: Disaster Preparation for People with Psychiatric Disabilities
Video Presentation - SAMHSA, Center of Mental Health Services, Self Direction in Mental Health Broadcast Series
Safe Harbor Mental Health Alternatives
Resources on complimentary holistic self-care options - www.alternativementalhealth.com
Sherry Mead's website
Peer support and peer run crisis alternatives in mental health - www.mentalhealthpeers.com
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