Sharing your concerns with others who understand what you are feeling can help. That’s where family peer support comes in.

You can expect a family peer support worker to have similar lived experience to you, with family members of their own who are in recovery. The support they offer comes from a unique perspective: don’t judge, don’t fix, don’t give advice, and no rescuing. This way, you to stay in charge and can become your own expert in family caregiving.

Family peer support has been shown to help caregivers to:

• Feel less alone and isolated
• Learn from others’ experiences
• Navigate the health system more effectively
• Find information and generate ideas to solve problems
• Gain new hope for the recovery of your loved one

To find peer support nearby, explore the “Caregiver support and education” tab on the Local resources page.