Housing and homelessness in Vancouver, British Columbia
RainCity Housing - Peer Services
Offered by RainCity Housing and Support Society
616 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H4
In short
Peer work is the inclusion of people with lived experience of trauma and adversity in solving problems experienced by people struggling with similar challenges.
- Who it is for
- Adults, Women, Indigenous people, 2SLGBTQI+ people, Men
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 616 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H4
- How to reach
- (604) 215-3043 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
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About this service
Peer work is the inclusion of people with lived experience of trauma and adversity in solving problems experienced by people struggling with similar challenges. Its the practice of using ones own knowledge of recovery and using that lived experience to promote others' recovery.
The Peer Services Department provides leadership and support for Peer Specialists working on Vancouver Coastal Health's Downtown Eastside teams and in our outreach and supported housing programs. It also facilitates Peer work initiatives such as Peer Witnessing Services LINK, reference groups, and recovery groups throughout the agency.
Who can use it?
Individuals in need or experiencing trauma.
How do I get in touch?
Call (604) 215-3043, or use the website.
Listed in Vancouver, British Columbia.
616 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H4
616 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H4Vancouver, British Columbia
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