WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E59 - Aired 05-25-23 Jim Stewart
E59 - Aired 05-25-23 Jim Stewart
E59 - Aired 05-25-23 Jim Stewart
Friday 26th May 2023
Join Tony LaGreca and Jim Stewart as they discuss overdose prevention, the need for safe consumption centers, and challenging societal stigmas. Listen now.
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Episode Overview
- The urgent need for safe consumption centers to provide a supervised space for individuals with substance use disorder
- Challenges in addressing the ongoing overdose crisis and the lack of proactive leadership from public officials
- Advocacy for public health legislation such as H-1981 to legalize safe consumption or overdose prevention centers
- The impact of societal stigmas on individuals struggling with addiction and the importance of community support and engagement
- Jim Stewart's dedicated work at a homeless shelter and his passion for advocating for marginalized communities
We need to have people encourage public officials to support legislation like H-1981. That's the name of the bill that would make safe consumption or overdose prevention centers legal in Massachusetts. No, we need to get resources out into the community to engage people where they are so they have a chance to save their lives and be reconnected to us.
Ever felt the frustration of seeing a problem go unaddressed? In this episode of 'Courage to Hope', Tony LaGreca sits down with Jim Stewart, a passionate advocate for safe consumption centers. Jim works tirelessly at a homeless shelter and shares his deep concerns about the ongoing overdose crisis. He doesn't hold back when discussing his disappointment with public officials who seem to turn a blind eye to the issue.
Jim makes a compelling case for the need for safe consumption centers, arguing that they provide a supervised environment where individuals can use substances safely and access crucial services. His dedication to helping marginalized communities and breaking down societal stigmas is both inspiring and thought-provoking. If you're looking for a conversation that combines heartfelt advocacy with practical solutions, this episode is a must-listen.