Peer Support Program for Traumatic Injury
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Traumatic injuries from events like car crashes, falls, or fires are a leading cause of disability. Survivors often face not only physical challenges but also long-lasting pain, mental health challenges and difficulty returning to work and family life. Although medical care focuses on physical recovery, survivors frequently report that their emotional and social needs are overlooked and unmet.
Peer support-guidance from people who have lived through similar injuries-can reduce distress and improve coping. However, no programs in Canada currently provide peer support to trauma survivors across their recovery journey, from hospital to rehabilitation to community living.
The investigators worked with trauma survivors, caregivers, and healthcare providers to co-design a Peer Support Program (PSP) that offers support throughout these stages. This pilot study will test whether the program is feasible and acceptable, and explore its early impact on recovery. Results will guide a future larger trial to expand peer support in trauma care.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Marina Wasilewski, PhD
Principal Investigator
St. John's Rehab Research Program, Sunnybrook Research Institute, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for trauma survivors who have experienced injuries such as nerve damage, severe burns, or amputation and are dealing with physical and mental health challenges. The program aims to help them cope better throughout their recovery journey.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Cross-continuum Peer Support Program
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Lead Sponsor
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Collaborator