Addiction Prevention Coalition
Addiction Prevention Coalition
Fulfilling Essential Needs: A Conversation with Lindsay Gray
Fulfilling Essential Needs: A Conversation with Lindsay Gray
Fulfilling Essential Needs: A Conversation with Lindsay Gray
Thursday 27th February 2025
Lindsay Gray shares how Bundles of Hope provides essential resources to mothers and babies, highlighting the impact on community health.
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Get the buttons here!From Diapers to Dignity: Lindsay Gray’s Journey with Bundles of Hope
Episode Overview
- Bundles of Hope has distributed over 10 million diapers.
- Meeting basic needs impacts mental health and substance use recovery.
- Community connections are vital for effective support.
- Stigma around asking for help needs to be addressed.
- Partnerships with local organisations enhance resource distribution.
When you support mom, you support the baby. Healthy mom, healthy baby.
Grab your favourite cuppa and settle in for an enlightening chat with Lindsay Gray, the Executive Director of Bundles of Hope. This episode of APC Recovery Cafe brings to light the incredible journey of a nonprofit that started with a simple mission: providing diapers to mothers in need. Lindsay shares how Bundles of Hope has grown into a community-driven powerhouse, distributing over 10 million diapers and expanding to offer essential products like period supplies.
Her background in nursing fuels her passion, making her a fierce advocate for maternal and child health. The conversation delves into the broader impact of meeting basic needs and how it ties into mental health and substance use recovery. Lindsay’s anecdotes about the challenges and triumphs of running a nonprofit are both heartwarming and eye-opening. She discusses the importance of community connections, the stigma around asking for help, and the sheer logistics of distributing millions of essential items.
You'll hear about the unique partnerships formed to support families across Alabama, from local churches to case management programs. Lindsay’s stories are filled with compassion and a touch of humour, making complex issues relatable and engaging. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in community support, maternal health, and the power of grassroots initiatives. Why should you tune in? Because understanding the ripple effect of supporting basic needs can change perspectives and lives.
Lindsay's passion and dedication are infectious, and her insights offer hope and practical advice for those involved in or affected by substance use recovery. So, if you're looking for inspiration and real-world solutions, this episode is for you.