Why work with a Certified Peer Specialist?
Engagement
People who receive peer support are 2–3x more likely to stay engaged in treatment and recovery services.
Improved Outcomes
Strong social support is one of the most important factors in sustained recovery and overall well-being.
Lasting Connection
Support doesn’t end after one conversation, it grows into trusted relationships that you can rely on.
Our Certified Peer Specialist services are available at no-cost to individuals seeking support for substance use or mental health concerns. Our peers bring lived experience, offering understanding, encouragement, and real-world guidance while helping people navigate recovery, access resources, and take meaningful steps forward.
At Hope Council, we know that the path of recovery is different for everyone, and we are committed to finding new ways to address this critical issue through support services, education, and community-powered programs. Our goal is to help those that struggle with substance misuse or with substance use disorder (SUD) find recovery and live healthier, more fulfilling lives, empower friends and family to understand their role in supporting their loved ones, and bring members of the community together to break the cycle of substance misuse.
Peer Support Services Include:
Recovery Coaching
Hope Council offers recovery coaching services that pair Certified Peer Support Specialists with those seeking recovery on a one-on-one basis to offer support, help remove barriers, and provide valuable resources as they rebuild their lives. Beyond providing a supportive hand or an empathetic ear, recovery coaching follows a formalized approach that caters to the unique needs, circumstances, and goals of the individual.
Case Management
We partner with each individual to assess their unique circumstances, create a plan of action, and coordinate care to help them meet their comprehensive wellness needs. Our goal is to promote the individual’s safety and ensure they cost-effectively receive a high quality of care. This highly customized program benefits the individual, their support system, the healthcare delivery system, and the greater community.
Telephone Recovery Support (TRS)
TRS is an innovative peer-to-peer support service that facilitates ongoing telephone touchpoints between the individual seeking recovery and a member of our Peer Specialist team. Each week, your provider will reach out to see how you're doing and provide any relevant information, such as community resources, pathways to recovery, or other support that may help address any challenges they may be facing at the time.
Naloxone (Narcan) Training
We prepare individuals at-risk for overdose, their family members, friends, loved ones, and professionals with naloxone kits, education, and training on how to prevent, recognize and respond appropriately to an opioid overdose.
