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What is a Peer Mentor?

​A peer mentor is someone who works with a consumer of Access to Independence to help that person achieve their goals. A peer mentor provides emotional support and act as a role model while helping with independent living skills, self-advocacy and disability adjustment. 

What are the qualifications?

An ideal candidate would be someone who:
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​• Has a disability.
• Has successfully adjusted to independent living on their own
• Has a genuine concern for helping others with similar disabilities.
• Is willing to assist others to achieve their own independent living goals.
• Completes Peer Mentor Application.
• Completes Peer Mentor Training.
• Successfully completes a background check.

I still have questions...

We'd love to hear from you!
Call us at 608-242-8484 or ​use our contact form, by clicking the button below!


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I would like to apply!

Click on the button below to download a fillable application form. Email your completed application to info@accesstoind.org with the subject line "Peer Mentor Application," or mail a copy to Access to Independence, 3810 Milwaukee St. Madison, WI 53715
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Access to Independence 
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Madison, WI 53714
608-242-8484
info@accesstoind.org
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  • Home
  • Services
    • Information and Referral
    • Advocacy >
      • ActionNet
    • Peer Support >
      • Becoming A Peer Mentor
    • Skills Training
    • Transition Services
    • Youth Services
    • Assistive Technology
    • Accessibility Assessments
  • News and Events
    • Service Updates: Covid-19
    • Artists Beyond Boundaries >
      • All Artwork 2020
    • Access Supports Black Lives Matter
  • About/FAQ
  • Team
  • Contact
  • Donate
    • Equipment Donations
  • Join the Board
  • The Open Door Newsletter
  • Certified Peer Specialists