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Discover how our evidence-based, recovery-centered courses provide insights and tools to inspire positive change
"Our mission is to provide unwavering support and recovery-centered education, transcending the barriers of stigma. Upholding values and ethics, we empower individuals with the essential tools necessary for their journey towards success, fostering a community of resilience, understanding, and growth."
A Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist is a trained individual who has lived experience with mental health challenges or substance use disorders and is in stable recovery. They use their personal journey to offer support, hope, and guidance to others who are navigating similar experiences. These specialists work in various settings, such as mental health facilities, community organizations, and recovery centers, where they provide one-on-one support, lead recovery groups, and help individuals develop wellness strategies. Their role is to empower others by sharing their stories, building trust, and fostering resilience, all while adhering to ethical guidelines and promoting a person-centered approach to recovery.
Our Kentucky Youth Peer Support Specialist (YPSS) Training is designed to empower individuals to provide critical support to our youth peers facing mental health, substance use, and life challenges. Offered online, this state-certified training equips participants with essential skills in active listening, empathy, boundary setting, motivational interviewing, and the wraparound process, all tailored to youth peer support. This course also includes interactive activities, scenarios, and role-plays, encouraging real-world application and hands-on learning.
A Community Support Associate (CSA) in Kentucky is a trained professional who provides direct support to individuals with mental health or substance use challenges. CSAs work closely with clients to help them achieve their personal goals, improve their quality of life, and increase their independence. They assist with daily living activities, provide emotional support, and connect individuals to community resources and services. CSAs often work in community mental health centers, residential programs, and other support settings, where they play a crucial role in helping clients navigate their recovery journey. Their work is guided by a person-centered approach, focusing on the strengths, needs, and preferences of the individuals they support.
WRAP, or Wellness Recovery Action Plan, is a personalized wellness and recovery system developed by individuals who have experienced mental health challenges. It is designed to help people identify and use wellness tools, create action plans, and establish daily routines that promote well-being. WRAP includes components like a wellness toolbox, daily maintenance plans, and action steps for early warning signs or triggers. It empowers individuals to take control of their mental health, make informed decisions, and work towards their personal goals. WRAP is widely used in various settings, including mental health services, peer support programs, and recovery groups, to support individuals in maintaining their wellness and recovery journey.