Peer Mental Health is a virtual reality (VR) application designed to gamify the journey to lifelong mental health recovery and wellness. The software is built around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and incorporates the 17 Core Competencies of a Peer Support Specialist.
Product Overview
The core of the platform is the VR application, which offers an immersive and engaging experience. It is positioned as a between-care peer support program, providing an accessible and secure way for individuals to engage in their recovery journey. The platform is targeted at agencies and community-based organizations looking to implement or enhance their peer workforce and support services.
Key Features and Capabilities
- Interactive Resiliency™ Training: Access to a training program focused on the 6 core values of resiliency exercises to improve mental health.
- Gamified Progress Tracking: Users earn points and badges from the Interactive Resiliency™ training, allowing them to track and share their achievements.
- Peer Support Services: The company offers a suite of services including Peer Staffing (workforce development), Peer Resiliency workshops (delivered in-person, via Zoom, and in VR), and Peer Training (covering digital literacy, resume building, and multimedia).
- Secure & Anonymous Access: The platform is HIPAA compliant and emphasizes anonymity, allowing users to securely access care and group services, including one-on-one peer support.
Target Users and Use Cases
Target Users: Agencies, community-based organizations, employers, and individuals seeking peer-led mental health and substance use recovery support.
Use Cases:
- Mental health recovery and skill-building through gamified VR experiences.
- Workforce development and training for Peer Support Specialists.
- Providing accessible, anonymous, and HIPAA-compliant peer-to-peer support services.