Other Healthcare Professionals

Peer Assistance Services offers assistance for healthcare professionals experiencing physical, emotional, psychological, or substance use problems. Healthcare and other professionals not eligible for the statutorily created Peer Health Assistance Program may access the program on a fee-for-service basis. These professionals include:

• Physical Therapists

• Optometrists

• Speech and Language Pathologists

• Chiropractors

• Podiatrists

• Respiratory Therapists

• Athletic Trainers

• Massage Therapists

• Surgical Assistants and Technologists

• Dental Hygienists

• Certified Nurse Aides

• Nursing Home Administrators

• Acupuncturists

• Naturopathic Doctors

• Occupational Therapists

Services provided

• Comprehensive evaluation, case management, and monitoring for professionals experiencing physical, emotional, psychological, and substance use problems, which could result in impaired practice

• Education and information on prevention of physical, emotional, psychological, and substance use problems

• Community resources

• 24-hour information line

• Support for family members of professionals with practice affecting issue