The Empty Chair
The Empty Chair
E48 - Helen Sheehan, founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart Foundation
E48 - Helen Sheehan, founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart Foundation
E48 - Helen Sheehan, founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart Foundation
Thursday 16th March 2023
Helen Sheehan discusses her journey from losing her son to fentanyl overdose to founding Emman’s Heart Foundation, combating substance misuse.
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Get the buttons here!Helen Sheehan: A Mother's Fight Against Substance Misuse
It is not a choice, it is absolutely a neurological, it's a disease, it's a, there's biology to it.
What happens when a mother turns her grief into a powerful mission? In this moving episode of 'The Empty Chair', Phil Leahy sits down with Helen Sheehan, the founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart Foundation. After the heartbreaking loss of her son to a fentanyl overdose in April 2019, Helen transformed her pain into a relentless drive to prevent other families from experiencing similar tragedies.
Through early intervention, education, and family involvement, Helen's foundation aims to combat substance misuse and dismantle the stigma surrounding addiction and recovery. Her story is one of deep sorrow but also of hope and resilience. Helen talks candidly about her son Emman, her journey through grief, and her determination to make a difference in her community. She has become a beacon of strength in Haverhill, leading efforts to raise awareness and provide much-needed support.
This episode sheds light on the profound impact of addiction on families and communities, the importance of mental health programs, and the critical need to educate children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. It's a compelling conversation that underscores the power of turning personal loss into a force for good.