Peer recovery support services (PRSS) are increasingly being offered across diverse criminal justice settings to address opioid abuse and achieve positive outcomes. Peer specialists use their lived experience of addiction, criminal justice involvement, and recovery to assist others on their path to recovery. PRSS in jail settings offer a unique opportunity to address the needs of individuals with opioid use disorder while they are incarcerated and upon reentry.

This webinar highlights three different models of jail-based PRSS that bridge to community peer supports. The guest presenters describe the structure of their programs, the roles of peers, and the outcomes of their programs. They also discuss opportunities and challenges of running peer programs in jail settings.

To view a PDF version of the slide deck from this webinar, click here.