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The history of Peer Support Specialists in Montana
Alexie Aguayo
and last updated 2021-04-14 17:46:29-04
MONTANA â Peer Support Specialists are those who have suffered from addiction or Behavioral Health Disorders, recovered, and then use their life experience to mentor others.
The career came a long way over the past decade to become recognized by the state.
Jason Mcnees (pictured above to the left) helps put together the medical-assisted treatment groups at the Helena Indian Alliance (HIA). It is part of his line of work to help his clients towards a path of recovery from addiction. Mcnees is a Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist and says this career has evolved over the years.
LAC hears presentation on Sober Life Program
Last updated 3/10/2021 at 11:28am
The Hill County Behavioral Health Local Advisory Council heard, at its monthly meeting Monday, a presentation on the Sober Life program and its possible expansion to Havre. Dean Snow of Alliance for Youth in Great Falls spoke to LAC members about the program and explain what exactly it does. He said it’s an organization started by people in recovery, for people in recovery, providing connection and purpose in the form of activities to help them on their journey. He said the organization holds events like dance fitness classes, volleyball games, women empowerment events, as well as gath.