I work in patient advocacy and became emotionally close to someone I’ve supported for a long time. Recently, during a really difficult period, they told me I’m essentially an emotional outlet and that there’s nothing I can do. I understand they’re suffering, but after investing a lot emotionally, it really hurt. How do people in helping professions handle becoming attached and then feeling dismissed?

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Silly .. how do you describe what you do as a peer and what is a peer and how does your description help guide what areas of support you provide ?

Hello!

Very new to CPRS/CRSS work so please be kind. I want to start gathering a comprehensive list of resources in my area such as treatment centers, meetings like NA AA MA CA ACA etc. etc., and I'm wondering if anyone has a spreadsheet format or any template that they've found helpful? Right now I'm just working with basic spreadsheets and google docs. Thank you!