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David Higham - Founder of The Well
David Higham - Founder of The Well
David Higham - Founder of The Well
Wednesday 11th August 2021
David Higham discusses his journey from heroin addiction and prison to creating The Well, a peer-run AOD service focused on community support.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!David Higham's Path: From Heroin Addiction to Community Leader
In order to sustain people's well-being and people's recovery, it needs to be in the community and it needs to be owned by the community, because that's where we sustain our well-being and our recovery.
Ever thought about how someone can turn their life around after years of addiction and prison? David Higham’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and community. In this episode of 'Straight From the Source', David opens up about his two-decade struggle with heroin and his multiple stints in prison. His final stay behind bars became a turning point when he joined a 12-step program, setting him on a new path. But his journey didn’t stop at sobriety.
David saw the gaps in traditional drug services, which often addressed the symptoms but not the root causes of addiction or the crucial 'what's next' question for those in recovery. So, he founded The Well, a peer-run alcohol and other drug (AOD) service in northwest England. The Well is more than just a rehab center; it’s a community-driven initiative that combines peer-led therapeutic programs, drug-free housing, employment schemes, and social enterprises.
David talks about how harnessing the power of lived experience and social solidarity can create sustainable change. He also touches on his work in harm reduction and even his venture into the coffee business to support well-being. This episode is packed with insights into how community involvement can be a game-changer in recovery and well-being. If you're curious about creating positive change or supporting those affected by addiction, David's story offers plenty of inspiration.