THE ROLE OF PARENT PEER SUPPORT IN A SYSTEM OF CARE FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH (REL-HHS-0-NCV5)

Course overview

CMS and SAMHSA jointly issued a bulletin in May 2013 identifying parent peer support as a one of the key services that can enable children with complex needs to live at home and participate fully in family and community life. States, communities and providers often ask what parent support looks like, is it different from adult peer support, where does it fit and how can it be financed? Parent peer support looks very different from adult peer support. This session will provide an overview of developing a parent support program as part of a provider network and the range of services that can be provided through parent support. Topics will include: Definition of parent support and role parent support provider; models and levels of parent support; staffing and training; financing options for parent peer support. This session is appropriate for providers of behavioral health services for children and families, state and local administrators, family leaders,and advocates.