We understand that the clinic environment can be stressful, so we have a group of peer mentors who are available to provide support at the Brecon HIV Clinic, Gate 36, Southmead Hospital, usually on a weekly basis.
Peer mentors are there to:
- Provide a private, comfortable and confidential space to chat with you one-to-one to check in with you about your appointment and any worries or concerns you may have.
- Share their own experiences if you would find that helpful.
- Be available to chat with you about your treatment.
- Let you know about other ways in which Brigstowe can help.
I was feeling quite stressed & anxious about my appointment – but as soon I started speaking to the peer mentor I felt at ease straight away & calmed down.
If you would like to meet with a peer mentor while you are at the clinic, please let a member of your clinical team know, such as your consultant, one of the nurses, pharmacists or health care assistants, and they will be happy to introduce you to the mentor.