Press Release: 2019-07-18
Announcing the 2019 Certified Older Adult Peer Specialist Training!
PITTSFIELD — Announcing the 2019 Older Adult Peer Specialist Training from August 19-21. Applications due by July 31.
This training will prepare Certified Peer Specialists and Recovery Coaches, age 50+, to use their existing experience, skills and training to work with older adults living with behavioral health challenges. Certified Older Adult Peer Specialist Services are now covered by certain MassHealth Waiver.s for Older Adults. Training will include an understanding of behavioral health and co-occurring physical issues as they relate to aging. Topics covered include: the aging process, suicide, wellness, substance use, dementia, physical illness, mental health challenges, aging in place, and community resources. Participants will increase their level of expertise while gaining specialized techniques that support older adults. Over 100 individuals have been trained in MA.
Requirements:
- Age 50+
- Certified Peer Specialist or Recovery Coach
- Commitment to working with older adults