The Peer Advantage

The integration of peer support into the health and human services continues. One of the most recent developments came on September 1, when Texas launched a peer support network for first responders (see New Texas Law Creates Peer Support Network To Address Mental Health For First Responders). The new law creates a support system for police, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel facing mental health challenges.

The program is modelled after the existing Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network;(see Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network).;The program provides access to peer-to-peer support services and to mental health . . .