Download Peer Support Information Sheet

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Name
Date
Written by:
Gerry O’Brien
1 July 2016
Reviewed by:
Esther Lim
6 July 2016
Approved by:
Christine Walker
Section
Peer Supporters Network
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Organisations that offer peer support (previously Members Directory)
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When you are dealing with a long-term health condition, it can be nice to know you
are not alone.
Peer support is a chance to hear and share stories with others who ‘get it’. It is an
avenue for emotional and practical support when you need it. Here are some
examples of organisations who offer peer support.
Why not get in touch with them to see if peer support is for you or someone you
are caring for?
Acquired Brain Injuries (Families4Families)
Adolescent Peer Support (ChIPS)
Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria
Asthma Australia VIC
Bowel Cancer Australia
Breast Cancer Network Australia
CanTEEN (cancer)
Cancer Council Victoria
Carers Victoria
Chronic Pain
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Crohn’s & Colitis Australia
Cystic Fibrosis Victoria
Beyondblue (Depression)
Diabetes Victoria
Eating Disorders Victoria
Emerge Australia (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)
Epilepsy Foundation
Haemophilia Foundation Victoria
Heart Foundation
Lung Foundation Australia
Mind Australia (Mental health)
MOVE muscle, bone and joint health
MS (Multiple Sclerosis)
Parkinson’s Victoria
Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia
Victorian Aids Council
For more organisations that offer peer support, please download this list.
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