Community Care Network launches Perinatal Peer Support for Pregnant and Postpartum Parents
Community Care Network (CCN) today announced the addition of Perinatal Peer Support to its broader Peer Support Program, a new service designed specifically to assist pregnant and postpartum parents experiencing mood or anxiety challenges.
“We’re excited to add Perinatal Peer Support to our suite of other peer support services,” said Katelyn Jax, CCBHC Peer Support Supervisor with Community Care Network. “Research shows that one in five parents struggle with perinatal mood and anxiety concerns, yet many do so without adequate support. We believe that this new service will help to counter these trends locally and provide additional, essential support resources for pregnant and postpartum parents throughout the greater Rutland community.”
The new Perinatal Peer Support service connects parents with trained peer support providers – individuals who have personally navigated pregnancy or postpartum-related emotional challenges, and are ready to provide compassionate, judgement-free support.
“Perinatal Peer Support providers offer someone to talk to who has truly ‘been there’ and can help parents sort through common questions, concerns and feelings about what they may be experiencing,” added Jax.
Among various objectives, the new service aims to help new parents feel less alone, more understood, and better supported as they adjust to the demands and emotions of early parenthood.
Parents seeking extra support or wondering if peer support services may be right for them are encouraged to reach out for more information.
To learn more or to schedule an intake appointment, please contact Katelyn Jax at 802-775-2381 ext. 255 or kjax@rmhsccn.org.
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About Community Care Network: CCN is comprised of Rutland Mental Health Services and Rutland Community Programs. The programs of CCN serve more than 3,500 people each year throughout Rutland County across the areas of behavioral health, developmental disabilities, substance use recovery, senior and volunteer, and early childhood education services. CCN is focused on enhancing the health and well-being of those it serves through responsive, innovative and collaborative services that offer support across the lifespan. To learn more, visit www.rmhsccn.org.
