Peer AssistanceThe goal of Peer Assistance is to provide resources and consultation to CRNAs and SRNAs with substance abuse and chemical dependency issues. Massachusetts State Peer Assistance AdvisorsState Peer Advisors (SPAs) are CRNA volunteers appointed by the AANA to provide helpful peer support and information to the CRNA/SRNA in need of assistance for a substance use disorder (SUD). Peer assistance is described as being available to listen and compassionately assist another with a particular need, usually based on their similar personal experience. Linda Kovitch, CRNA, RRT, MSN, 617-633-6698 Marsha Gilmore, RN Help Line: 800-654-5167 Signs & Behaviors: If You See Something, Do Something Massachusetts ResourcesPeer Assistance Program The Massachusetts Nurses Association Peer Assistance Program, Massachusetts Nurses Association AANA Resources |