BetterEDU

BetterEDU: Your College Peer Support Companion
Designed exclusively for college students, BetterEDU is your go-to peer support group app that places your well-being at the forefront.
Connecting for Mental Wellness:
College students have a lot on their plate and BetterEDU is the peer support group app for you. Forge connections with fellow students through mental health groups, unwind
sessions, and friendly chats. Vent, relax, or find a new friend – all within a supportive community.
Diverse Small Group Sessions: Multiple times a week, we offer engaging small group sessions tailored to your needs. Topics span from coffee hours and breathwork sessions to
stress management, tackling academic pressure, and journaling prompts. Stay tuned for more groups coming soon!
Simple Joining Process: Joining a group is as easy as a tap. Open the app and step into ongoing sessions led by dedicated group leaders who are ready to support and guide you.
Customize your group support schedule to align with your preferences.
On Your Terms: There are no insurance fees or appointments to worry about. BetterEDU adapts to your schedule – attend sessions whenever suits you best. College life is
demanding; let BetterEDU fit seamlessly into your routine.
Building Stronger Connections: Embark on a journey of improved mental health and lasting friendships. Our mission is to bring peers together to form strong support networks
within our groups and with each other.
Explore and Engage: Kickstart your journey today by exploring our array of online support groups. Keep an eye out for fresh updates and new groups daily. Share your preferences
with group leaders to shape upcoming discussions.
Cost-Free Student Support: BetterEDU is designed with you in mind – college students. Access our peer support groups without any additional financial burden. Prioritizing your
well-being shouldn't come at a cost.
Your Well-Being Matters: Elevate your college experience with BetterEDU. Prioritize your mental health, connect with peers, and embark on a transformative journey. We're here for
you every step of the way.

*Safety Disclaimer*
We're so grateful that you are here for group! We built this platform to be a safe, respectful and helpful space where peers can discuss and collaborate on any mental health related topics.
We want to respect your privacy as much as possible, however it’s a zoom room after all!

To uphold your privacy and that of fellow participants:
No sharing policy: To protect your privacy and the privacy of other members, you should not record, take screenshots, or share anything that goes on in the Virtual Workshop. If
you do, BetterEDU has the right to terminate your membership.
No recording policy: For security reasons, we do not permit recording during these peer support group sessions.
Group leaders can ask a disruptive peer to leave the group or remove a peer if deemed appropriate.

If you are in crisis:
We ask that you call your local crisis hotline
If you feel like hurting yourself, someone else , or that you could be harmed please call 911
Please note these are peer support groups, continue to make appointments with your doctor and psychiatrist
If you need a higher level of care, consider working with a therapist in addition to attending peer support groups.

Offenses that warrant deletion + immediate removal from groups:
YOU are always welcomed at group, however if you attack a peer you may be asked to leave group
We can not allow violence towards staff or peer supports
Additionally, we are here to support you however, we follow state laws and can not allow for domestic violence, stalking, hacking, or endangerment of any kind.
Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16Fr66HFhM6LjOd20AfS4TYxvAbVZPiRGE3AX1SvwB6c/edit?usp=sharing