Fireflies Unite Podcast With Kea

On this week’s episode, Kea shares what she does as a peer recovery specialist and how to become one. Did you know that peer support lowers the overall cost of mental health services by reducing re-hospitalization rates and days spent in inpatient services, increasing the use of outpatient services? Peer support improves quality of life, increases patient engagement, self-care, and health, according to the evidence for peer support by Mental Health America. References/Resources: Register for the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training. Training is open to ONLY 25 people, don't delay and register today by clicking here (password: fireflies). WRAP will help you in the following ways:Discover ways to create hope, support and advocate for yourselfDiscover your own simple and safe wellness toolsGain clarity on your values and beliefsDevelop a list of things to do every day to stay wellIdentify upsetting events, early warning signs, and signs that things have gotten worse and develop action plans for res