“…For example, a recent qualitative study found that as peers transitioned to delivering telehealth services during the pandemic, they experienced logistical challenges as well as challenges delivering high-quality services (Walker et al, 2022). Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic increased the vulnerabilities of individuals in services, with peer specialists reporting that the individuals they serve have experienced increased isolation, substance use, housing instability, food insecurity, and interpersonal violence (Adams, Rogers, Edwards, et al, 2022; Adams, Rogers, Lord, et al, 2022). To compound this, some research indicates that people living with enduring mental health conditions reduced their engagement with psychosocial support services during COVID-19 (Honey et al, 2021).…”