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SUMMARY:CoP: Peer Specialist – “The Power of Belonging: Creating Connection Through Peer Support”
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Belonging: Creating Connection Through Peer Support is a 1.5 continuing education training explores the importance of connection, belonging, and authentic relationships in the recovery journey. Participants will examine how loneliness, isolation, stigma, and disconnection can affect well-being while identifying practical ways Peer Specialists can foster hope, trust, and meaningful community connections. Through discussion and experiential learning, participants will strengthen their ability to cultivate relationships that promote recovery, resilience, and a sense of belonging.\nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this training, participants will be able to:\n\nDescribe the role of connection and belonging in supporting recovery and overall well-being.\nIdentify barriers that contribute to isolation, stigma, and social disconnection.\nApply relationship-focused peer support practices that foster trust, hope, and meaningful engagement.\nDemonstrate strategies for supporting individuals in strengthening natural supports and building community connections.\n\n
URL:https://austinmhc.org/events/cop-peer-specialist-894-474-324-930-809-491-212-600-240-113-473-399-256-230-539-866-223-304-102-824/
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