1. PEER SUPPORT Objectives –Discuss what previous peer leaders have done and learned –Learn about different types of interpersonal support

2. Video Interview Let’s identify some of the types of support that Frank and Tom talk about in this video

3. Four Types of Support While support includes emotional caring, it’s more than that. Think of support as if you were an architect. It includes the foundation, the beams and pillars that enable something to stand strong. 1. Sharing information 2. Giving feedback on performance 3. “Hands-on” help 4. Emotional caring

4. 4 Notes about Support Too much or the wrong kind of support is (fill in) n s. Two general philosophies on support: –Exchange = “you scratch my back...” –Communal = “for the good of the group...” Reciprocity is key to supportive groups Great support still won’t reach everyone

5. [Insert a funny cartoon related to the topic of peer support.]

6. Health Support Combines Veteran + Post + Peer Leader Health Support Veteran Post Peer Leader

7. Support Summary 1 Four types of support –Consider ways to use/monitor them all! People have different orientations and preferences

8. Support Summary 2 Support is more often accepted when it is: –Specific (to the person’s preferences) and confirmed (ask!) –Reciprocal Health support is diverse and balanced