Stephanie Campbell: From Homelessness to Advocacy in Recovery
Episode Overview
Gerald shares his experience at Mobilize Recovery and meeting Stephanie Campbell Stephanie discusses her personal journey and advocacy work The importance of advocacy in changing legislation and fighting stigma Stephanie emphasizes the need for access to quality care and resources Gerald highlights the significance of not going through recovery alone and provides recovery support contact information
The destigmatization of this disease comes with normalizing the fact that, like other chronic conditions, recovery is not linear.
Imagine finding yourself at rock bottom, only to rise up and become a beacon of hope for others. That's exactly what Stephanie Campbell did. In this episode of 'Recovery Greenhouse', host Gerald Lott sits down with Stephanie, the Senior Vice President of Kemp Strategic Advisors, to talk about her incredible journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a powerful advocate for change.
Gerald, who is also in long-term recovery, met Stephanie at the Mobilize Recovery conference in Washington, D.C., and was moved by her story and dedication to helping others. Stephanie opens up about her struggles with addiction and how she overcame them. She also dives into her work in advocacy, highlighting the importance of fighting stigma and pushing for better legislation to ensure access to quality care for those battling addiction and mental health issues.
Gerald and Stephanie's conversation is not just about the hardships but also about the triumphs and the importance of community support in recovery. They emphasize that no one should go through this journey alone. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical insights into the power of recovery and advocacy.