Peer Support Counselling

Funded through the Canadian Paraplegic Association (NL) Foundation Inc., Spinal Cord Injury Newfoundland and Labrador’s Peer Support Program assists individuals with mobility disabilities with support and advice from someone “who has been there” and can act as a mentor and role model to encourage and help individuals and families work through challenges. This service provides individuals with assistance on accessible housing, transportation, rehabilitation and so many more issues that arise in their day to day lives.

Do you have any questions regarding?

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• Technical aids & other supports for increased independence
• Complications following a spinal cord injury
• Cardiovascular & respiratory function
• Bowel management/Nutrition
• Life after a spinal cord injury
• Psychosocial rehabilitation

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• Bladder management
• Sports and leisure
• Transportation
• Advocacy
• Skin Care
• Sexuality
• Housing

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We can help  provide support, information, or guidance from someone “who has been there” to help people with Spinal Cord Injuries and their families adapt to life with a Spinal Cord Injury.

Call 753-5901 to speak with a Peer Support Specialist today.