Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP97 Saving Lives: The Never Use Alone Hotline’s Role In Overdose Prevention with Guest Mike Brown
EP97 Saving Lives: The Never Use Alone Hotline’s Role In Overdose Prevention with Guest Mike Brown
EP97 Saving Lives: The Never Use Alone Hotline’s Role In Overdose Prevention with Guest Mike Brown
Thursday 7th March 2024
Mike Brown discusses the Never Use Alone Hotline's role in overdose prevention, focusing on human connection and non-judgmental support.
22 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Human Connection: Mike Brown on Overdose Prevention with Never Use Alone
Episode Overview
- Heather shares her journey of supporting her daughter's addiction through a compassionate approach
- Mike Brown discusses the formation and purpose of Never Use Alone Hotline in harm reduction
- NUA provides non-judgmental assistance to individuals using substances alone
- Importance of trust and human connection in seeking help for addiction recovery
- Volunteering opportunities and funding support for NUA's life-saving services
Recovery isn't about sobriety; it's about positive connection and quality of life. That's what we're offering—dead people don't recover.
Picture this: a hotline that could be the difference between life and death for someone using substances alone. That's what Mike Brown, the president and founder of the Never Use Alone Hotline (NUA), discusses in this eye-opening episode. Mike's journey from substance use to becoming a recovery advocate is both inspiring and informative. He started NUA to provide non-judgmental support and human connection, focusing on harm reduction and overdose prevention.
Operating nationwide, NUA partners with emergency services to ensure timely assistance when needed. Mike dives into the common barriers people face when calling the hotline, like trust issues, and emphasizes the importance of spreading the word through trusted sources. He also tackles misconceptions about harm reduction, explaining how NUA's approach offers hope and support without enabling substance use. Throughout the episode, Mike underscores the critical role of compassion and human connection in helping individuals struggling with addiction.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the importance of empathy and support in addiction recovery.