by Dorie | Oct 21, 2021 | Building a Program, Mailbag, Power of the Peer
The Main Difference is the Brain Difference CISM and peer support are NOT in competition with one another. They are, instead, programs designed to complement one another for the safety and wellness of those in need. So why have two programs? Because they help in...
by Dorie | Nov 21, 2019 | Building a Program, Mailbag
If you’re not collecting stats, then you’re missing out on vital information to share with your peer team and leadership. Statistical information is vital to informing and improving the peer support practice and performance. Please note: when we say...
by Dorie | Apr 3, 2019 | Building a Program, Mailbag, Training Solutions
Securing a vendor to deliver basic training is a key aspect of building a quality program. This is not the time to be “hands-off”. Even though you’re not the one instructing, you still play a critical part in training delivery. Think of this like selecting a tutor...
by Dorie | Jan 16, 2019 | Culture of Care, Mailbag, Power of the Peer
There are a lot of hurting people creating toxic, painful – and maybe even dangerous – environments. This is why we say: hurting people hurt people. Hurting people can create tragic, unexpected events, like a school or office shooting, suicide of a...
by Dorie | Dec 18, 2018 | Mailbag, Power of the Peer, Resources and Recommendations
Q: I was in a conference recently and heard the speaker claim (without any research or evidence) that peer support doesn’t work. Given what you do, I’m guessing that you believe peer support actually “works”. Can you share any antidotes,...
by Dorie | Nov 13, 2018 | Culture of Care, Mailbag, Power of the Peer
A support program (like peer support) is a cost-effective way to help hurting people hurt less – and feel better. And the research is in: better feeling people make for more productive, resilient and satisfied employees! In 2014, Harvard Business Review (HBR)...
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