WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E86 - Aired 02-08-24 Barbara Allen
E86 - Aired 02-08-24 Barbara Allen
E86 - Aired 02-08-24 Barbara Allen
Sunday 11th February 2024
Barbara Allen shares her journey from personal loss to advocacy in addiction recovery. A must-listen for those seeking inspiration and practical insights.
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Get the buttons here!Turning Grief into Action: Barbara Allen's Fight Against Addiction
Episode Overview
- Barbara Allen shares her personal story of loss and advocacy.
- Discusses the importance of naloxone availability and overdose prevention facilities.
- Highlights the need for changing public perception about addiction.
- Emphasises the role of education in understanding substance use disorders.
- Talks about providing support for individuals transitioning from treatment to recovery.
The number one thing that has changed this country is by parents like you standing up and saying, my son, my daughter, my brother, my spouse suffered this disease and they died
In this heartfelt episode of Courage to Hope, Tony LaGreca sits down with Barbara Allen, a passionate advocate from Maryland who has turned her personal grief into a mission for change. Barbara shares her journey, which began after the tragic loss of her son, Jim, in 2003. This devastating event, compounded by the loss of other family members to addiction, propelled Barbara into action.
She delves into her extensive research on addiction laws, the biases in medical research, and the shocking ignorance that has hindered progress in treating substance use disorders. Her frustration with the system led her to become involved in numerous committees and coalitions, advocating for better policies and support for those affected by addiction. Barbara discusses the critical need for naloxone availability, the importance of overdose prevention facilities, and the challenges of changing public perception about addiction.
She emphasises the significance of education and putting a human face to the disease, sharing stories of how her advocacy has helped shift opinions among law enforcement and policymakers. Barbara's dedication is evident as she talks about her work with various organisations and her efforts to provide scholarships for individuals transitioning from treatment to recovery housing.
This episode is a powerful reminder of the complexities of addiction and the urgent need for compassionate and informed approaches to support those struggling with substance use disorders. If you're looking for inspiration and practical insights into the fight against addiction, this conversation with Barbara Allen is a must-listen.