Creating a new training platform for Peer Recovery Supporters
Official title: DEVELOPMENT OF A NOVEL PEER RECOVERY SUPPORTER TRAINING PLATFORM TO DISSEMINATE EVIDENCE-BASED TRAINING AT SCALE
Funded at Thrive Digital Health, LLC · NIH-11135615 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a new training program for Peer Recovery Supporters to help them better support people recovering from substance use issues, making sure the training is effective and easy to access across the country.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Thrive Digital Health, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Solon, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $815,024 |
| NIH project number | 4R44AA030953-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11135615 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals seeking recovery from alcohol and other substance use disorders who may benefit from enhanced support services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not seeking recovery or do not have substance use disorders may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel training platform for Peer Recovery Support Services (PRSS) to standardize and enhance the training of Peer Recovery Supporters across the United States. The platform aims to provide evidence-based training that is scalable and accessible, addressing the current shortage of treatment providers for substance use disorders. By utilizing a combination of technology and best practices, the project seeks to improve the knowledge and skills of those providing recovery support, ultimately benefiting individuals in recovery. The training will be tested for its effectiveness in improving adherence and skill levels among trainees compared to traditional training methods.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality and accessibility of recovery support services for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using technology to enhance training and support services in behavioral health, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Thrive Digital Health, LLC
Solon, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pesce, Christopher Neil — Thrive Digital Health, LLC
- Study coordinator: Pesce, Christopher Neil
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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Online training program to prepare peer recovery supporters
This project builds an online program to train peer recovery supporters so they can better help people recovering from alcohol and other substance use.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.