Jessica Williams on IRETA: A Lifeline for Addiction Recovery
I couldn't be more excited about the fact that people are talking more openly about these topics and especially promoting the idea that there are many paths to recovery.
Imagine being in the throes of addiction and struggling to find the right help. This is a familiar story for many, including Jessica Williams, who now works at The Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions (IRETA). In this episode of 'Recovery Innovators Radio', host James H Healy chats with Jessica about the treasure trove of resources IRETA offers to those battling addiction and their families.
From comprehensive toolkits to free webinars, IRETA is a beacon for anyone seeking to understand and combat addiction. Jessica shares her experiences with the Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) program and her volunteer work at a local needle exchange. She emphasizes the importance of a tailored approach to recovery, highlighting that there are many paths to sobriety.
This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone looking to support their recovery journey or that of a loved one. Tune in to learn how IRETA's resources can make a difference.