Michael Walsh
Zachary Crouch
Fighting The Opioid Crisis
Fighting The Opioid Crisis
Fighting The Opioid Crisis
Thursday 8th April 2021
Chief Thomas Synan Jr. shares his journey from personal struggles with addiction to leading the fight against the opioid crisis on the Landmark Recovery Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Battling the Opioid Crisis: Chief Thomas Synan Jr.'s Journey
Society as a whole- is: it's okay if you drink, it's okay if you smoke, but it's not okay if you use what is quote, unquote, a legal drug, even though it's still addiction.
When you think of a police chief, the first thing that comes to mind might not be someone deeply familiar with the struggles of addiction. But Chief Thomas Synan Jr., the Police Chief of Newton Police Department in Ohio, breaks that mold. In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, hosted by Zachary Crouch, Chief Synan opens up about his personal connection to addiction and his mission to combat the opioid crisis.
With a background that includes being a United States Marine Corps veteran and a 10-year SWAT veteran, Chief Synan brings a unique perspective to the table. He shares how his family's history with addiction spurred him to take action, leading to the creation of the Hamilton County Heroin Coalition. This coalition is dedicated to addressing the opioid epidemic head-on, focusing on harm reduction and tracking treatment outcomes to understand what truly works.
The conversation also touches on the broader criminal justice system's approach to addiction and how COVID-19 has impacted recovery efforts. Chief Synan's insights are not just informative but also deeply personal, making this episode a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction or interested in community-driven solutions. Tune in to hear how one man's dedication is making a difference in the fight against opioids.