Embracing Common Ground: Heather Ross on Supporting Addiction Recovery
Imagine how different things would have been in Those Days if we had seen our similarities instead of our differences.
Imagine standing in a crowd, each person there because they've lost someone to overdose. Heather Ross knows this feeling all too well. Speaking at the Volusia County Recovery Alliance's Keeping Hope event, she shared her deeply personal story in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day.
This episode captures Heather's heartfelt speech, where she reflects on the loss of her daughter, Helanna, and offers a powerful message on how focusing on similarities rather than differences can help us support those struggling with addiction. She sheds light on the stigma surrounding Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and urges us to see beyond it.
Heather's words are a call to action for families and friends to unite in their grief and hope, fostering a compassionate community where recovery is possible. Whether you've experienced loss or are navigating your child's addiction, this episode offers a path toward understanding and healing.