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Kidney Patient Peer Supporter?. Are you interested in training to become a …. What will be involved? To become a peer supporter you will need to: Be registered with the hospital volunteer service Undergo a police criminal records check (CRB)
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Kidney Patient Peer Supporter? Are you interested in training to become a … • What will be involved? • To become a peer supporter you will need to: • Be registered with the hospital volunteer service • Undergo a police criminal records check (CRB) • Attend two 2-3 hour training sessions • Have a little time to speak to well-matched patients and carers Introduction Kidney peer support involves kidney patients helping other kidney patients who are facing similar situations. Many patients find it helpful to have a one-to-one chat with an experienced patient who is trained to help. Sharing concerns and worries can help provide reassurance, increase confidence and help find a solution. • Aims • To establish a peer support service for all kidney patients at the Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust. Peer support will: • Provide short term practical, emotional and social support based on common experiences • Compliment the care and education from the kidney healthcare team • Build self-help support networks If you want to find out more about becominga trained ‘peer supporter’, contact: Jean Shears The Renal Unit, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton Telephone 01902 695 466 Or email rwh-tr.kidneysupport@nhs.net for more information
