Author:
Balcazar Fabricio E.,Kelly Erin Hayes,Keys Christopher B.,Balfanz-Vertiz Kristin
Abstract
Peer-mentoring can be a helpful tool for rehabilitation counselors promoting the community reintegration of hard to reach clients. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the benefits of a peer-mentoring intervention implemented at an urban rehabilitation hospital where six peer mentors were hired to serve the needs of 28 young men with violently acquired spinal cord injuries (VASCI). The peer mentors shared most of the same characteristics as the men tees and worked with rehabilitation hospital staff to engage mentees in discussions related to health, housing, and educational needs. Wilcoxon-signed ranks tests indicated significant improvements between the intake and exit interviews (about a year apart) in the CHART's cognitive ability and occupation subscales for mentees. Qualitative interviews emphasized the positive value of the mentoring experience for mentees and mentors, as well as for hospital staff, who decided to continue the program after its completion. Implications for rehabilitation practice are discussed.
Publisher
Springer Publishing Company
Subject
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health,Occupational Therapy,Applied Psychology,Rehabilitation,Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation,Chiropractics,Analysis
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24 articles.
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