Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera

Recovery Matters! Podcast

rebecca@ccar.us (Amy Albanese, Sandy Valentine, Phil Valentine)

  • A Place for Allies

A Place for Allies

Tuesday 23rd March 2021

Join Amy Albanese on 'Recovery Matters! Podcast' as she discusses her path to becoming a recovery ally and the power of creating special moments.
64 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging

About this podcast

Recovery Matters! Podcast
Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Creating Moments of Hope: Amy Albanese's Journey from the Sidelines to Recovery Ally

I do believe that there is a place for allies here, because, even as an ally I have, you know, you want to see people in recovery like the people that I love.
Imagine being on the edges of a world that suddenly becomes your mission. That's exactly what happened to Amy Albanese, CCAR's Special Events Manager, who joins hosts Sandy and Phil Valentine in this episode of 'Recovery Matters! Podcast'. Amy opens up about how addiction and its ripple effects were always nearby but never quite her own battle. That is, until she found herself deeply involved in the recovery community through her role at CCAR.
She talks about the power of creating special moments for those on their recovery journey and why allies are crucial in this movement. Amy reflects on how events can be a cornerstone for building community, camaraderie, and support. She also shares her belief that everyone could benefit from some form of rehabilitation in their lives, even if they're not directly battling addiction.
This episode offers a heartfelt look into the life of someone who has become a pillar of support and hope for many. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores the importance of empathy, listening, and creating meaningful connections in the recovery community.