Role of a youth peer
youth Peers serve what age group
5-30 with a specific emphasis on 13+
Who do Family peers serve?
Parents, Grandparents, Legal Guardians.
What age group are we looking at when we talk about Elders
55+
What is the age of consent for mental health and medical support
13
you may support a youth with learning how to navigate transportation by....
Taking the bus together, learning the ropes for Special mobility services.
Why is youth peer work more effective at 13 years v 10 years old
Age of consent
a family peer often works in tandem with what other type of peer?
youth peer
This harmful stereotype assumes older adults are incapable, fragile, or unable to change.
Ageism
True or false
You should friend your peers on social media
Absolutely not
you may support a parent when it comes to their child's academic success by attending what meeting
IEP (individualized Education Plan) meeting.
Why might a youth be reluctant to engage?
fear of being judged or labeled. lack of trust
What phrase "______ _____ ____ ______ _____"
Means that parents, caregivers, and youth should be allowed to attend meetings where decisions are being made about them?
Nothing About Us Without Us"
When peers support older adults in making their own choices and decisions, they are promoting…
Autonomy
Can Bilingual Children be used as interpreters?
No, a professional interpreter needs to be used.
Your peer needs support in accessing food stamps or setting up their social security income. Where might you go?
DSHS/ social security office
Name 3 core strengths of youth
independence, adaptability, and resilience
what are some core strengths of parents/guardians
Determination, Advocacy, Deep love for their child, Persistence, Courage, Knowledge about their child’s needs
A strength-based approach with elders focuses not on loss but on this quality developed through life challenges.
Wisdom, experience, resilience..
if a parent believes their child needs treatment though refuses to seek it, Washington law allows parents to consent to involuntary treatment for minors aged 13-17 through what petition
Parent-Initiated Treatment (PIT)
a peer you are working with is experiencing food insecurity, where are you going together
Food Bank
Name 3 unique challenges that youth experience.
balancing recovery and school, transportation, justice impacted, foster care, houselessness, food insecurity, bullying.
What emotional weight might parents/guardians be carrying with them that we don't necessarily see.
Fear for their child’s safety, Guilt or self-blame, Sleepless nights, Judgment from others
What are some unique challenges within the Elder population
Chronic health conditions, feelings of isolation, loss of independence or confidence.
How can we as Peer Supports Avoid Ageism?
Avoid assumptions, promote autonomy and choice
a peer you are working with is hoping to advocate for a new medication. Where will you be going.
doctors office or psychiatrist office.