Definition of Lived Experience in the context of this application:
It is the experience of people and families who were previously affected by problem alcohol or drug use and now identify as being in recovery.
Definition of Lived Experience Organisation in the context of this application:
We define a LERO as an independent initiative
led and delivered by people with
lived experience offering direct support to
people whose drug and alcohol use is problematic and those who identify as in
recovery. This support is typically free at the point
of access, place-based, time unlimited and provided regardless of treatment or
recovery status.LEROs can deliver a range of interventions
depending on the needs and strengths in their communities. This includes harm
reduction, peer support and recovery support, support to improve wellbeing and
helping people to access and engage in treatment and other support services. LEROs
deliver support to someone regardless of their
treatment or recovery status.
To maintain its core values, we think a LERO should have
or aspire to have the following members of the provider having lived
experience:
- the provider leader such as group
leader, CEO or Director (if there is one)
- more than half of the board of
directors or trustees (if there is one)
- 90% of frontline staff and volunteers
Eligibility for membership will also be in adherence with LERO definitions as stated in the National LERO Standards.
If you have any questions or would like to withdraw your application please email lero.connectors@gmail.com.
