Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is performed more frequently on individuals who are older and sicker than in previous years. This, combined with reduced hospital length of stays, leaves individuals ill prepared for their recovery after discharge. Individuals experience pain, functional impairment and depressive symptoms; which predispose them to adverse events and impaired health-related quality of life (HRQOL). A home-based peer support program may improve recovery outcomes for individuals following CABG surgery.