Living in Bristol and passionate about community? The University of Bristol have teamed with The Peer Partnership to pioneer a new peer mentoring programme specifically for trans and non-binary students. This will see members of Bristol’s wider trans and non-binary community use their lived experiences to support University of Bristol students who identify as trans and non-binary, allowing them
Read MoreOur Long COVID Mentors on BBC Bristol
Great to hear our Long COVID peer mentors, Nick & Mila on BBC Radio Bristol’s Breakfast Show. They talk about their experiences with Long COVID & the support they are offering through our Long COVID workshops & support groups. Nick talks about providing peer support to others coming to terms with living with the condition,
Read MoreThe Peer Partnership Welcomes Denise Swain, our new Type 2 Diabetes Peer Coordinator
I have made the move to the voluntary sector after many years of working in councils, mostly in adult social care. From that work I have a passion for supporting family carers, people who support a family member or friend who couldn’t cope without their support. I have also worked for many years to promote
Read MoreThe Peer Support Coordinators Forum May 2022
About this event May 2022 Forum The Peer Partnership Coordinators Forum is for organisations who are delivering or considering implementing peer support and/or service-user involvement, in Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. It is an opportunity to meet with others running peer support services, hear updates relevant to peer support, share best practice and see what
Read MoreBec’s Bee Nutty Bars
March 4th 2022 Squidgy, crunchy, fruity and nutty, and no baking required! One of our type 2 diabetes mentors shares her recipe for a healthy but nutritious treat! Makes 12 bars Vegetarian Ingredients 200 g mixed nuts (higher fat nuts E.g. pecans, walnuts, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, are better as they will cut more easily)
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