The Family Needs & Strengths (FANS) assessment and outcome tool for Family Peer Support is derived from the Child Needs & Strengths (CANS), developed by Dr. John Lyons.  Seeing the need for a Family Peer Support Services assessment and outcome tool was developed in partnership with New York State Western Region Family Peer Support Services […]

Location: Zoom Family Peer Advocates (FPAs) provide invaluable support to families. One resource you have in guiding your work is the FPA Code of Ethics. These establish clear standards of conduct, facilitate ethical decision-making, and foster accountability among FPAs. This workshop will explore and enhance your understanding of the FPA Code of Ethics. Together, we will […]

Location: Zoom Family Peer Advocates provide support, resources, and information to families in the mental health system. One aspect of this work is helping families navigate complicated systems. Oftentimes, this involves working with caregivers or parents of children with co-occurring mental health conditions and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Caregivers new to navigating services for mental […]

FPA Lived Experience Cafe Occurs bi-monthly on the first Tuesday from12:00PM-1:30PM New affinity space for credentialed Family Peer Advocates to promote collaboration, skills development, inclusivity and belonging! Register Here

Location: Zoom Event Details: Join us while Families Together in New York State shares tips and resources to support your recruitment and hiring of Family Peer Advocates (FPAs). FPAs are incredibly important in supporting families in their mental health journey. As more programs are integrating Family Peer Support Services into their work, it is helpful […]

Kitchen & Couch Conversation: Building Circles of Support Date & Time Jun 10, 2025 10:00 AM Learn how to strengthen your family's support system by identifying natural allies, building trust, and creating relatable and reliable networks that show up. Register Here

YPA Supervisor Experience Cafe Occurs bi-monthly on the second Tuesday from11:00AM-12:00PM New open forum for YPA supervisors to discuss the challenges and successes of supervising youth peer advocates and to support role clarity! Register Here

Finding & Feeding Your Youth’s Passions Date & Time Jun 17, 2025 10:00 AM Cultivate your youth’s passions with a positive lens, support them with low-cost tools, and make screen time a skill-builder, not a battleground. Foster connection, motivation, and youth development. Register Here

FANS Training Overview for Supervisors Date: June 18, 2025 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Format: Virtual Session (Zoom) About This Training: The FANS (Family Needs and Strengths) Training Overview provides essential guidance for Supervisors of Family Peer Advocates (FPAs). This 90-minute session will help you: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the FANS assessment/outcome tool […]

Location: Zoom Occurs monthly on the third Thursday from 11:30AM-1:00PM Trainings designed to meet the education and professional developments needs of Youth Peer Advocates. Active participation and engagement with these trainings will help YPAs obtain new skills and learn with their colleagues across the state. New topics offered monthly! Topic suggestions welcomed! REGISTER HERE!