Peer Assistance

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AANA Peer Assistance for CRNAs and student nurse anesthetists for chemical dependency, addiction, substance misuse or abuse    

If you or someone you know needs assistance, help is available! 

 
See the Getting Help guidelines to: 
 

 Peer Assistance Facts

 

Meet the Peer Assistance Advisors

AANA Peer Assistance FAQs

AANA Position Statements on:  

  • Chronic Pain
  • Securing Propofol
  • Substance Misuse and Chemical Dependency

Other addiction information and resources
 

 Resources

 
 

 Health & Wellness Contacts

 

Peer Assistance in Your State

Peer Assistance Advisors

Peer Assistance Helpline
(800) 654-5167 
 
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Hotline
1 (800) 273-TALK
 
Anesthetists in Recovery (AIR)
(215) 635-0183
 
Health and Wellness Committee

AANA Staff: Julie Rice, Wellness Specialist (847) 655-1114
jrice@aana.com or
wellness@aana.com

 

 Peer Assistance Advocacy

 
 

 State Peer Advisors Info

 

​State Peer Advisors (SPA) are an integral part of the AANA's peer support network. 

More information about the important SPA volunteer role:

  • Criteria and responsibilities
  • How to apply
  • Tools for SPAs