Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Phil Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Bill Stauffer)
Bill Stauffer
Bill Stauffer
Bill Stauffer
Tuesday 18th January 2022
Bill Stauffer shares his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing advocacy, community support, and the need for change in addiction treatment.
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Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Bill Stauffer: Transforming Addiction Recovery Through Advocacy
I never had empathy for the person who committed the crime before.
What happens when substance use becomes more than just a cultural norm? Bill Stauffer, the Executive Director of The Pennsylvania Recovery Organizations Alliance, sits down with the hosts of the Recovery Matters! Podcast to share his compelling journey from addiction to recovery. Growing up in a time when substance use was almost a rite of passage, Bill found himself grappling with addiction, which eventually led him to seek recovery. But his story doesn't end there.
Bill delves into the importance of advocacy and community support in the recovery process. He argues that the current addiction treatment system needs a revamp, one that involves the recovery community's wisdom and experience. With a focus on empathy and listening, Bill's insights offer a refreshing perspective on how to support those struggling with addiction.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable lessons on the power of community and the need for systemic change.