“Peer support is grounded in hope and empowerment and involves emotional and practical support between people who share a common experience. It is rooted in a philosophy and practice that minimizes power imbalances, and fosters equal and empathetic relationships. Peer support is focused on health and recovery rather than illness and disability” -Peer Support Canada

When I think about the essence of what peer support means to me, it’s about the shared humanity of the concept of “Just Like Me”. I am here offering support because I have lived similar experiences to you and I want to use those experiences to be of help in some way.