Peer Support in Transitioning from Crisis Care: Variations on the NYAPRS Peer Bridger Model-Presentation Slides

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This document provides information on the NYAPRS Bridger Model, a peer support program developed by the New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) to help individuals transition from crisis care back to their communities. The document highlights the core principles of the Bridger Peer Support model, gives examples of multiple settings and situations in which the model is used, and compares outcomes for individuals who have received Bridger services and those who have not.<br /><br />The Bridger Model involves four primary interventions:<br />1. Engagement in a positive, personal relationship with a peer.<br />2. Involvement in peer support meetings in the hospital and community.<br />3. Linkage to community-based services and natural supports.<br />4. Teaching community adjustment and wellness self-management skills.<br /><br />The original program primarily focuses on individuals in state psychiatric hospitals and facilities prior to and following discharge. Peer Bridgers work with individuals for 2 to 3 months to build trust and prepare them for returning to their communities.<br /><br />The document also discusses variations of the Bridger Model implemented in different settings, including crisis intervention, respite services, jail/prison re-entry programs, and emergency departments. The efficacy and success rates of these variations are presented.<br /><br />Furthermore, the document highlights the potential for future variations of the Bridger Model as peer support becomes more readily available. It emphasizes the importance of peer support in facilitating the transition from intensive or crisis care to community-based care for individuals with various health conditions.<br /><br />Overall, the document provides an overview of the NYAPRS Bridger Model, its core principles, and variations implemented in different settings, showcasing the positive impact of peer support in transitioning individuals from crisis care to community-based care.

Keywords

NYAPRS Bridger Model

peer support program

transition from crisis care

core principles

multiple settings

outcomes

Engagement in a positive, personal relationship

peer support meetings

community-based services

wellness self-management skills