Jim, Bill, and Ashley talk about their experiences in building person driven recovery.

Jim, Ashley, and Bill talk about some of their most memorable recovery moments. This is the audio from our Facebook Live broadcast on Arpil 30, 2020.

https://www.facebook.com/MTPeerNetwork/videos/539667996923325/

US Army Disabled American Veteran, Lawrence Rhone talks about his organization - Rhone's Farm and Retreat - a skill building retreat for warriors. Lawrence is a Federally Accredited Veterans' Advocate with the Office of General Council.

http://www.rhonesfarmretreat.com/

Many people feel the desire to give back after they are comfortable on their recovery path. Jennifer Driscoll joins Andi and Jim to discuss the importance of taking action when you are in stable recovery.

Jim, Ashley, and Bill were live on Facebook on April 9, 2020 to talk about how the COVID-19 outbreak is affecting them and the pople they work with. They take questions from the viewers and help provide tips to maintaining recovery and connecting with others in this trying time. This is the first in a series of live broadcasts we will be holding every other week. You can watch us live at https://www.facebook.com/mtpeernetwork/live. The next live broadcast will be April 23 at 2:30 pm.

Jim and Andi discuss the importance of self-care and some ideas for self-care activities. Whether you are stuck at home because of the COVID-19 outbreak or a snow storm or just feeling like you need a break, practicing self-care is vital to maintaining your recovery.

Recovery emerges from hope. Jim, Ashley, and Bill discuss the concept of hope in recovery and how it has affected their journeys.

Jim and Andi share some tips for taking care of your behavioral health during the Covid-19 outbreak. References include

https://cdc.gov

https://coronavirus.gov

https://who.int

https://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Support Group Central

Andi talks with Craig Fitch, Attorney for the Montana Board of Visitors and patient lawyer at Montana State Hospital. Craig shares information about what the Board of Visitors does, his role at the Montana State Hospital, and the improvements that he has seen int he behavioral health system during his time with the State.

Jim, Bill, and Ashley discuss how each person in recovery has their own pathway. As peer supporters, it is our job to help people along the path they choose, not necessarily the path that we are walking.