During 2014/2015 Powys teaching Health Board will be piloting a project designed to support people living with pain, delivered by volunteer peer mentors who also live with pain. PtHB are looking for volunteers to be part of the Pain Peer Mentor Project. The role will involve;
· Some informal social support
· Supporting participants to set commitments designed to help them manage their pain and improve their quality of life
· Monitor progress and follow up with solutions .
Operational support and supervision will be available. The peer mentors will work with a variable caseload size with an average placement length of 4-6 sessions. Full training, will be provided. Anticipated commitment one day a week for an initial 12 month pilot period. It is anticipated that 4 days of training will take place during May 2014. To apply or for an informal chat please contact:
Sarah Cronin, Development Manager, Long Term Conditions, Powys teaching Health Board, Pain & Fatigue Management Centre, Bronllys Hospital, Bronllys, Brecon LD3 0LU
Tel: 01874 712507 Mobile: 07920 528387 Email: sarah.cronin@wales.nhs.uk
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