Peer Bridgers

Peer Bridgers use their experience to provide support, guidance and hope to people with behavioral health issues.

Peer Bridgers are Washington State Certified Peer Specialists personally experiencing recovery.  They have addressed the many challenges of those being discharged from patient settings and they are uniquely qualified to support individuals on their recovery journey.

Peer Bridgers support a person in establishing a wider circle of support in the community and more social activities.

The goal of Peer Bridging is to offer support to peers who are transitioning from inpatient settings back into their community.

A Peer Bridger develops rapport with a person preparing to leave treatment and return to a healthy life in their community.  A Peer Bridger shares hope and encouragement and may function as:

  • a role model 

  • a peer support

  • a mentor or teacher

  • an advocate

  • an ally

A Peer Bridger supports laying the groundwork for independence as they work with individuals in identifying their strengths and assisting in the development of skills for community success. 

“We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to fundamentally change their lives for the better.”