Mike Tourville

Healing Voices Project: Sharing Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery and Courage.

mktourville@gmail.com (Mike Tourville, Les Tingley, Gabriel Quaglia)

  • Gabe Quaglia, 20 years of abuse to Advocacy, Narcan Trainer, and Greief Support

Gabe Quaglia, 20 years of abuse to Advocacy, Narcan Trainer, and Greief Support

Friday 8th March 2024

Gabe Quaglia shares his journey from addiction to advocacy, Narcan training, and peer grief support in this heartfelt episode.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Supportive

About this podcast

Healing Voices Project: Sharing Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery and Courage.
Author:
Mike Tourville
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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From Addiction to Advocacy: Gabe Quaglia's Inspiring Journey

Episode Overview

  • Gabe Quaglia shares his journey from addiction to becoming an advocate.
  • Insightful discussion on the practical aspects of Narcan training.
  • The role of community support in recovery is highlighted.
  • Gabe's work with SADOD and the Folding Chair Project is explored.
  • Valuable advice on administering Narcan effectively during an overdose.
I like to be alive, so maybe I should do something about this.
In this episode of Healing Voices Project, Gabe Quaglia takes centre stage to share his remarkable journey from 20 years of substance abuse to becoming an advocate, Narcan trainer, and grief support specialist. Gabe opens up about his personal struggles with addiction and how he turned his life around. His story is both raw and inspiring, offering hope to those facing similar battles.
Gabe discusses his work with SADOD (Support After Death by Overdose) and the Folding Chair Project, shedding light on the importance of community support and advocacy in the fight against addiction. He also delves into the practical aspects of Narcan training, providing valuable insights on how to administer it effectively during an overdose situation.
Gabe's candid reflections on his past, coupled with his dedication to helping others, make this episode a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction or interested in harm reduction strategies. Don't miss out on Gabe's heartfelt advice and the powerful message of resilience and recovery.