___You know what a peer support group is
___You know why to create a peer support group
___You know who your peer support group can serve
You've followed the steps to creating a peer support group:
___Decided on your purpose
___Researched other groups your group could be involved with
___Decided on a length of time for your group to meet
___Decided whether the group will be open or closed
___Set a time and place for your group to meet
___Selected a group leader or facilitator
___Decided on the remaining details
___Recruited members using
- Referrals
- The media
- Personal invitations/word-of-mouth
In facilitating a peer support group, you have:
___Prepared yourself
___Prepared the room
___Started the meeting on time and in a friendly manner
___Given preliminary introductions/information
___Encouraged members to listen to each other
___Encouraged members to give support to one another
___Encouraged members to talk about themselves
___Offered support
___Helped members solve problems by:
- Clarifying the problem
- Talking about alternatives
- Choosing which option to take
- Offering help
___Closed the meeting by:
- Making a summary statement
- Asking for comments/questions
- Reminding members of next meeting
- Requesting volunteers, if necessary
- Giving a final greeting
- Making final notes
___You have looked over the tips on keeping your support group going
___You know when to use assertive caring
___You know the four steps to assertive caring:
- Showing that you understand the member's dilemma
- Setting limits
- Suggesting alternatives
- Getting the member's agreement on the alternative