Dugri: Peer Support Network for iPhone

Dugri: Peer Support Network

Dugri: Peer Support Network is a free iPhone app developed by Dugri Inc. It is specifically designed for first responders and healthcare workers who may be feeling exhausted, stressed, or burned out. This anonymous peer support network allows users to connect with others who have walked in their shoes and share their real stories and feelings without judgment.

With over 95% of surveyed users reporting feeling more supported and over 90% experiencing decreased levels of stress, the Dugri app demonstrates the power of sharing and listening to one another. It goes beyond being just a mental health app by focusing on connection and "real talk" to address the unique challenges faced by first responders and healthcare workers.

The app offers tailored communities with shared experiences, a proven framework for constructive conversation, and 24/7 access. It creates a safe and anonymous space without judgment, stigma, paid professionals, selfies, ads, or trolling. Instead, it fosters caring peer support and social connection, which have been clinically demonstrated to improve mental health.

Dugri provides multiple ways to engage with its community, including a discussion board for group conversations, text messaging for one-on-one support, and real-time audio calls for deeper conversations. Additionally, the app includes a weekly self-assessment feature called Pulse Check to gauge emotional health and increase feelings of connection.

The Dugri protocol at the heart of the app is a structured framework of human connection that provides a sense of support, being heard, and instant relief. It has been successfully implemented with thousands of first responders and healthcare workers worldwide during times of crisis.

To access Dugri, users must be members of participating organizations and enter a Group Access Code during registration. For organizations interested in offering Dugri to their members, inquiries can be made via email at