Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Collateral Damage Season 2. Ep. 25. (Special Guests - Chris Driscoll O'Neil & Leslie Lagos - One Life at a Time)
Collateral Damage Season 2. Ep. 25. (Special Guests - Chris Driscoll O'Neil & Leslie Lagos - One Life at a Time)
Collateral Damage Season 2. Ep. 25. (Special Guests - Chris Driscoll O'Neil & Leslie Lagos - One Life at a Time)
Thursday 24th October 2019
Explore how One Life at a Time helps individuals in recovery rebuild their lives through job training and career support on 'Collateral Damage'.
36 minutes
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Author:
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Rebuilding Lives: One Life at a Time's Mission to Support Recovery
In spite of all the bad that we hear about and in spite of all the pain and loss that we hear about, that's related to addiction, that there are good people doing good things and there is hope.
Ever wondered how a job can change a life, especially for someone in recovery? In this heartwarming episode of 'Collateral Damage', hosts Maureen Cavanagh and Michael Wilson sit down with Chris Driscoll O'Neil and Leslie Lagos from One Life at a Time. This non-profit organization has been a beacon of hope since 2008, providing job training and career support to over 12,000 individuals.
Chris and Leslie share the journey of One Life at a Time, from its inception to its remarkable impact on the community. They delve into the nuts and bolts of job development essentials, the importance of long-term treatment, and the role of government support in sustaining their mission. The conversation is peppered with real-life success stories and practical advice for those looking to rebuild their lives after addiction.
Leslie Lagos, a Job Coach Trainer, poignantly states, '...there are good people doing good things and there is hope'. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone touched by addiction or working in the field, offering both inspiration and practical steps for recovery.