Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America
47 - Levi Ordell
47 - Levi Ordell
47 - Levi Ordell
Wednesday 16th August 2023
Discover Levi Ordell's journey from addiction to recovery through faith and community support in this episode of Recovery Podcast.
38 minutes
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Hopeful
Empowering
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Episode Overview
- Levi's childhood was disrupted when his parents became addicted to meth, leading to a tumultuous adolescence.
- He struggled with addiction, from selling drugs to using heroin, and faced a devastating tragedy with the sudden death of his mother.
- Through support from Volunteers of America's treatment program, his brother, and the 12-step program, Levi began rebuilding his life.
- Today, Levi works in the funeral industry, actively participates in AA, and serves as a sponsor for others in recovery.
- Levi's inspiring journey illustrates the power of willingness, spiritual growth, and community support on the path to transformation.
There is nothing so bad that a drug or drink won't make worse. If you can just be willing to do the work, you don't have to believe that the work's going to happen. If you're willing to do whatever it takes, you have a chance.
Imagine growing up in a world where chaos is the norm, and hope seems like a distant dream. That's the backdrop of Levi Ordell's early years. In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Podcast, Levi takes us through his turbulent childhood, marked by his parents' meth addiction and the subsequent challenges he faced. Selling drugs and using heroin became his reality, leading to a dark period punctuated by the tragic loss of his mother. But Levi's story doesn't end in despair.
Through the intervention of Volunteers of America and the unwavering support of his brother, Levi found his way to a treatment program that changed his life. Embracing the 12-step program and discovering a newfound faith, Levi began to rebuild his life from the ground up. Today, he works in the funeral industry, actively participates in Alcoholics Anonymous, and serves as a sponsor for others on their recovery journey.
Levi's story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of community support, spiritual growth, and sheer determination. It's a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction, showing that even in the darkest times, there's a path to clarity and healing.