As we celebrate BHM, let’s also honor our legacy of healing. Long before Black folks in the U.S had access to therapy, our folks were engaging in peer support practices to help us persevere. As we engage our wellness journeys, let’s not forget that community is a source of care✨
ALT Peer SUPPORT & Village Care IS...
Going to therapy/ medical appointments together
Sharing mental health journeys and tips
Text reminders about medication
Reinforcing each other's mental health goals
Researching treatments together
Active listening
Helping each other advocate for quality care
Late night support when feeling depressed and low
Exploring coping strategies together
Reminding each other about boundaries they committed to
Reading mental health books together
Cooking for each other