Become a Peer Leader

Self-management programs are led by peer leaders, many living with chronic conditions themselves.

Who should become a leader?

Adults 19 years and older who have attended a Take Charge program in the past. Leaders can be health care professionals, caregivers, family members, community volunteers, educators, and anyone who is interested in supporting people with a chronic health conditions to better manage their symptoms.

Leader Attributes

• Non-judgmental and open to new ideas

• Responsible, respectful and trustworthy

• Committed towards helping others

• Willing to listen, learn new skills and be a healthy role model

• Committed to the philosophy of the program

• Understands the challenges of having a chronic (ongoing) health condition

Leader Committments:

• Commit to completing all required leader trainings and update trainings (as needed)
• Co-facilitate a minimum of 1-2 programs per year
• Must complete all program related forms, policies, training and a police record check

What are the benefits of becoming a leader?

• Learn facilitation skills
• Learn techniques and strategies you can use in your own life
• Share in other people's success

What is involved with the training?

• You must attend a 2-4 day leader training. Training may be virtual or in-person depending on availbility
• You must be willing to deliver your first workshop within the first 6 months after your training date

Am I on my own when delivering a program?

• Workshops are delivered with 2 leaders.  You will be partnered with a more experienced leader until you are comfortable.
• All registration, materials and evaluations are handled by the Waterloo Wellington Self- Management team

Still interested and willing to attend a peer leader training? 

If you are interested in training to become a volunteer peer leader, please fill out the expression of interest below and a member from our team will be in contact with you to discuss next steps.