CSBMG’s Blog

Each year on December 1, communities across the world unite to observe World AIDS Day, a dedicated time to support individuals living with HIV, remember those lost to AIDS-related illnesses, and reaffirm the global commitment to ending the HIV epidemic.

As the peer support workforce continues to expand, maintaining the integrity of Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) roles is essential.

New federal requirements introduced under H.R.1 have created significant challenges for Medicaid recipients, especially individuals experiencing homelessness or unstable housing.

Recent national policy discussions and restructuring efforts across federal health agencies are shaping the future of behavioral health services, including peer support.

As Behavioral Health Link (2025) notes, “seatbelts existed long before people used them.”