Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Betty Ford's Healing Legacy: A Conversation with Susan Ford Bales
Betty Ford's Healing Legacy: A Conversation with Susan Ford Bales
Betty Ford's Healing Legacy: A Conversation with Susan Ford Bales
Wednesday 5th August 2020
Join Susan Ford Bales as she reflects on Betty Ford's legacy and the Betty Ford Center's mission in this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Betty Ford Center: A Journey of Courage and Compassion
Drug and alcohol addiction has not changed at the same pace or rate that breast cancer has.
Betty Ford's courage to publicly seek treatment for addiction in 1978 broke new ground and transformed how society views recovery. In this heartfelt episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers sits down with Susan Ford Bales to reflect on her mother's remarkable legacy. Susan shares intimate stories about Betty's journey from the White House to becoming a pioneer in addiction treatment by co-founding the Betty Ford Center in 1982.
The conversation dives deep into the center's mission, which extends far beyond treating addiction in individuals. Susan highlights innovative programs designed for children affected by addiction, aiming to break the cycle of substance abuse in families. She dispels the myth that the center is exclusive to celebrities, revealing that less than 10% of their patients are high-profile figures. Instead, the center stands as the largest non-profit organization offering comprehensive addiction treatment and education.
Betty Ford was not just a trailblazer in addiction recovery; she was also a staunch advocate for women's health, championing breast cancer awareness with the same fervor. Susan discusses how her mother's passion for gender-specific treatment for women has paved the way for more inclusive and effective care. Despite the strides made in breast cancer treatment, Susan points out that addiction recovery still faces significant challenges and underscores the need to adopt successful practices continually.
Listeners will find inspiration in Susan's dedication to preserving her mother's legacy and her candid reflections on how her family's struggles with addiction have fueled her advocacy work. This episode is a powerful reminder of the impact one person's courage can have on countless lives. Tune in to hear more about the Betty Ford Center's ongoing mission to provide hope and healing.