Turning Tragedy into Triumph: The Leckermans' Mission for Sobriety
Episode Overview
Steve and Denise Leckerman turned their personal tragedy into a mission to help others. The Leigh Leckerman Foundation educates about addiction and funds initial weeks in rehab. The foundation provides practical support like making sandwiches for those in need. The episode highlights the importance of community support in addiction recovery. Listeners will hear touching stories of resilience and hope.
I recovered loudly so others do not die silently.
In this heartfelt episode of Clean and Sober Radio, hosts Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund sit down with Steve and Denise Leckerman, a couple who have transformed their personal tragedy into a mission of hope and recovery. The Leckermans lost their daughter Leigh to a drunk driving accident 21 years ago, a devastating event that changed their lives forever. Rather than being consumed by grief, they channelled their pain into creating the Leigh Leckerman Foundation.
This foundation is dedicated to educating the public about addiction and raising funds to help those struggling with substance abuse achieve sobriety. The episode dives into the Leckermans' journey through recovery, their relentless efforts to support others, and the impactful work of their foundation. They share touching stories of the people they've helped and the challenges they've faced along the way.
The conversation is both sobering and uplifting, offering a raw look at the realities of addiction and the power of community support. You'll hear about the foundation's initiatives, like providing funding for initial weeks in rehab and making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for those in need. This episode is a testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity to turn loss into a force for good.
If you're looking for inspiration or insight into the fight against addiction, this episode is a must-listen.