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Families and Communities Together—Creating Resources for Recovery
Families and Communities Together—Creating Resources for Recovery
Families and Communities Together—Creating Resources for Recovery
Wednesday 25th March 2015
Sharon Blair shares her advocacy journey post her daughter's overdose, emphasizing community support, early intervention, and non-judgmental recovery environments.
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Get the buttons here!Sharon Blair's Mission: Building Recovery Communities Together
The science is really very much on the side of helping people get into treatment, helping them stay in it for a reasonable amount of time, and they have a much better chance of entering long-term sobriety than if you don't.
When addiction strikes, it doesn’t just affect the individual; it ripples through families and communities. Sharon Blair knows this all too well. After losing her daughter Jennifer to a drug overdose in 2009, Sharon turned her grief into a powerful mission of advocacy. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', she opens up about her journey and the vital role that families and communities play in recovery.
Sharon’s story is a poignant reminder that addiction is a brain disease that hampers decision-making. She argues that early intervention and compassionate support are crucial for effective treatment and long-term recovery. Her advocacy work focuses on creating community actions and laws that support not just the individuals struggling with addiction but also their families. Sharon believes that law enforcement should be allies, not adversaries, in this battle. But what does this look like in practice?
Sharon emphasizes the need for practical tools and resources for parents and families. She also highlights the importance of compassion and non-judgmental attitudes in recovery environments. According to Sharon, science supports the idea that people are more likely to enter long-term sobriety if they stay in treatment for an adequate amount of time. This episode is a heartfelt call to action for communities to come together and create supportive environments for recovery.
Sharon’s story is one of resilience and hope, showing that through collective effort, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by addiction. Tune in to hear her insights and learn how you can contribute to this vital cause.