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 professionals with . . .