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Resources to implement peer support, recruit and screen supporters, and scale the program

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Implementation guide TOOL This detailed implementation guide from the Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety provides a framework for any new peer support program. Download the guide
Work plan TOOL This sample work plan includes meetings, tasks and deadlines to keep your efforts organized and on track. Download spreadsheet
Screening peer supporters tool Application, Milford Regional Medical Center Application, University of Missouri Health System Peer supporter role description, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Qualifications for team membership, Milford Regional Medical Center Screening criteria for peer supporters, Washington University Physicians
Peer supporter agreements tool Agreement of understanding, University of Missouri Health System Agreement of understanding, Milford Regional Medical Center Congratulations/welcome letter template, Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety	The peer supporter's role should be concise and clearly communicated.
Examples of peer support programs TOOL forYOU Team, University of Missouri Health System Office of Clinician Support, Boston Children’s Hospital Peer support, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center RISE (Resilience In Stressful Events), Johns Hopkins Hospital Watch the video: Peer Support for Caregivers in Distress	Where will the support program be anchored? Use these examples from several organizations to help guide your decision.
RISE (Resilience In Stressful Events) toolkit tool The RISE toolkit preview was developed by Johns Hopkins Hospital to provide an overview of the process for implementing a peer support program. Download the toolkit
Steps for launching a peer support program tool Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center created this short, step-by-step guide to scaling your program in new departments. Download the checklist