WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E35 - Aired 10-06-22 George and Linda Kokoros
E35 - Aired 10-06-22 George and Linda Kokoros
E35 - Aired 10-06-22 George and Linda Kokoros
Thursday 29th December 2022
George and Linda Kokoros discuss their journey through grief and advocacy after their son's suicide on 'Courage to Hope'. Listen for a moving story of hope.
54 minutes
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Healing
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!George and Linda Kokoros: Finding Hope After Tragedy
And we've got to meet so many parents through the organization who get it and who get us, and there's no judgment, there's no, no, nothing to feel ashamed of, and that they struggled and every call, even you know if there's anything that we want to help.
Picture a family grappling with unimaginable loss and finding the strength to share their story. In this heartfelt episode of 'Courage to Hope', host Tony Lagreca sits down with George and Linda Kokoros. They open up about the devastating impact of their son, Sgt. Alex Kokoros', suicide and the complex challenges that come with addiction, mental health, and first responder PTSD. Linda talks about her journey through grief and the crucial role of community support in healing.
George discusses the unique pressures faced by first responders and the urgent need for better mental health care. Their candid conversation offers a powerful reminder of the courage needed to find hope amidst tragedy and the importance of seeking help for those battling similar issues. Tune in to hear their moving story and join the conversation on breaking the stigma around addiction and mental health.