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Manx Newscast: Motiv8 peer mentors launch 'Takeover Tuesday' initiative
Manx Newscast
Thursday, 27 February 2025 - 15 minutes
A space that's safe and supportive where people can open up about their struggles with alcohol, drugs or gambling.
That's what six newly-qualified peer mentors have created at Motiv8 Addiction Services after undertaking nine months of 'rigorous training'.
So now, on Tuesday mornings between 11am-midday, service users can come along and tell their story without fear of judgement - or simply lend an ear.
Lewis Foster has been down to speak with three of the new peer mentors; Jimmy Thistle, Brian Gilmour, and Paul Whipp:
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