Horizon Health Services
Horizon Health Services
A Resource for Families
A Resource for Families
A Resource for Families
Tuesday 7th April 2020
Colleen Babcock, Horizon's Parent and Family Support Coordinator, shares her journey and offers guidance for families navigating addiction treatment.
32 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
Horizon Health Services
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
20 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Colleen Babcock: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Addiction Treatment
I know my son did not choose addiction, so I never wanted him to be ashamed of that. I don't care what anybody else thinks about my son. I love my son unconditionally and god put us together for a reason.
Ever felt lost in the maze of addiction treatment options? Colleen Babcock knows that feeling all too well. As the Parent and Family Support Coordinator at Horizon Health Services, Colleen turned her personal struggles into a lifeline for others. When her son began treatment at Horizon, she saw firsthand the challenges families face. Determined to make a difference, she proposed a role dedicated to guiding parents and loved ones through the often confusing treatment landscape.
In this episode, Colleen opens up about her journey from feeling helpless to becoming a beacon of support for others. She shares her initial misconceptions about addiction and how education transformed her perspective. Colleen emphasizes the importance of understanding addiction as a disease and setting boundaries that, while tough, are crucial for recovery. She also discusses the various stages of treatment and the resources available—from light support to intensive care options.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of addiction treatment and the vital role family support plays in recovery.