Common use of Peer Mentors Clause in Contracts

Peer Mentors. To the extent peer mentors are available, the Targeted Case Management Program shall include the services of peer mentors for any class members who request such assistance, as well as those class members who, in the opinion of the staff in the Targeted Case Management Unit, could benefit from such assistance. All class members shall be informed of the availability of peer mentor assistance during the assessment and service/discharge planning process. Peer mentors shall be individuals with disabilities who live in the community and are knowledgeable about community living. The services provided by peer mentors may include: (a) Meeting initially with class members during the assessment and service/discharge planning process to discuss community living options and rights and choices around assessments and service/discharge planning; (b) Ongoing assistance during and after the assessment and service/discharge planning process to help the class member transition to a community setting, including advising class members on retaining their housing and household goods and making practical arrangements;