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'This work makes my heart sing!' A talk with Peer Supporter Sam Frashier

October 31, 2018 | Addiction, Mental health, Peer support, Recovery

Peer supporters are making their mark with people in recovery. Check out this interview with Samantha Frashier, a peer supporter who works with inmates at the Warren County Jail. Her passion for what she does is clear - and her enthusiasm for helping others is contagious! Enjoy!

Peer Supporter Sarah Neff talks about her work

I know what it's like: a walk with a peer supporter

October 25, 2018 | Addiction, Coping, Counseling, Depression, Emotional wellbeing, Mental illness, Peer support, Recovery

NOTE: This is the first in a series of stories about peer supporters and their work with individuals in recovery from addiction and mental health issues. There's no mistaking Sarah Neff's enthusiasm for her

4 Common Fears of Heroin Addiction Treatment

January 30, 2018 | Addiction, Coping, Counseling, Drugs, Heroin, Opiates, Partners, Peer support, Recovery, Rx drugs, Treatment

For people who suffer from an addiction to opiates like heroin, quitting is always on their minds, yet recovery often seems unattainable. The seemingly endless cycle of addiction can prevent many people from even

"A Sense of Purpose": A Talk with a Peer Supporter

April 28, 2017 | Coping, Emotional wellbeing, Mental illness, Peer support, Recovery

by Compeer staff If I were to ask you about your favorite friend, does someone instantly come to mind? Is there someone that you know you can call to talk to when you are down? Someone that will listen to you? Someone