Peer Support Group Liability Disclosure

Are You OK Movement – Participant Agreement

⚠️ Important Information – Please Read Carefully

By participating in this peer support group, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

🧠 1. This is NOT Professional Therapy

  • This group is a peer-led support space, not a substitute for licensed mental health services.

  • No diagnosis, treatment, or clinical care is provided.

  • Peer facilitators are not licensed counselors, therapists, psychiatrists, or medical professionals (unless explicitly stated and acting in that capacity outside this space).

🚫 2. Crisis Situations

  • This group does not provide crisis intervention or emergency support.

  • If you are in immediate danger to yourself or others, please call:

    • Emergency services (911 or your local equivalent)

    • 24/7 Crisis Line: [Insert local or national mental health helpline]

🤝 3. Voluntary Participation

  • Participation is 100% voluntary. You are free to share as little or as much as you feel comfortable.

  • You may leave the group at any time for any reason.

🧾 4. Confidentiality

  • We ask all members to respect each other's privacy and not share personal stories outside the group.

  • However, we cannot guarantee complete confidentiality, especially in virtual environments.

  • Facilitators may be legally required to report if someone discloses:

    • Intent to harm themselves or others

    • Abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or vulnerable adult

👁️ 5. Respect and Safety

  • You agree to uphold the group’s code of conduct, treat others with respect, and avoid discriminatory, aggressive, or harmful language.

  • The group reserves the right to remove participants who violate guidelines or compromise the safety of the space.

📄 6. Release of Liability

By joining this group, you agree to release and hold harmless the Are You OK Movement, its staff, volunteers, facilitators, board members, and partners from any and all liability, claims, or demands that may arise from your participation in this group.

✅ Acknowledgment

"I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this disclosure. I understand that this is a peer-led support group and not a substitute for professional mental health care."