Building an Effective Peer Support Program: A Proven Volunteer Model. 1  Registration for this training is now closed. 2  Discounted guestroom reservation deadline is 5:00 p.m.  Peer support is a hallmark of the Independent Living Movement and a core service – both in statute and philosophy – of Centers for Independent Living. We all know what peer support is, but running an organized, effective peer support program with limited funding and staff must be unique to each CIL’s capacity and need.