What Is The Value Of Peer Support?

Peer support can be valuable to stroke survivors and caregivers. For a person living with stroke or its impact, peer support can help your emotional, physical, and mental health.

Benefits of peer support:

Connect with people who have similar experiences and challenges.
Improve functional, social and emotional outcomes.
Manage loneliness and social isolation.
Improve motivation and confidence.
Support making your own decisions.
Learn from other’s experiences.
Reduce depression and anxiety.
Expand social networks.
Renew hope and strength.
Increase socialization.
Improve resiliency.