Independence Blue Cross Foundation

Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together

Independence Blue Cross Foundation

  • Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Wednesday 13th October 2021

Mary FitzGerald and Briana Cunningham discuss family impacts of addiction and community support on 'Someone You Know'.
38 minutes
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Authentic
Engaging

About this podcast

Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together
Author:
Independence Blue Cross Foundation
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
21 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Family Bonds and Opioid Recovery: Briana's Story

with the right kinds of people getting their arms around, you know the next generation, that, Mary, I think you're right, that this is how we're going to change and break that cycle of addiction and allow our kids to thrive, because that's really what it's all about in the end is to be able to thrive.
When addiction strikes, it doesn't just affect the individual—it ripples through the entire family. In this heartfelt episode of 'Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together', you'll hear from Mary FitzGerald, CEO of Eluna, and Briana Cunningham, a public affairs specialist at Independence Blue Cross. Briana opens up about her sister's struggle with addiction and how it impacted their family.
Mary and Briana discuss the crucial role of community support and the tools Eluna provides to help children and families navigate these tough times. They emphasize the importance of breaking the cycle of addiction and restoring hope. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, offering practical advice and emotional support.