Susan Claire
Susan Claire
Garrett
Garrett
Garrett
Friday 7th June 2019
Hear Brenda remember her son Garrett, who died from an overdose. She discusses his passions, their grief journey, and battling addiction stigma.
44 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Susan Claire
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Garrett's Legacy: A Mother's Journey Through Loss and Remembrance
I did start this, as I start out the broadcast, by saying that I feel, with what I've heard and talking to people and seeing the Facebook groups, that people really want to be heard and they don't want their loved one to be forgotten.
Garrett's story is one of passion, struggle, and love. In this heartfelt episode of 'Voices of Solace', Brenda opens up about her son Garrett, who passed away from an overdose at 37. Garrett was a man with many interests—he loved cars, football, and had a soft spot for the Philadelphia Eagles, a team he adored since birth on Super Bowl Sunday. He was also a scholar, having studied political science and computers in college.
Beyond his achievements, Garrett was a beloved brother and father to a ten-year-old son. Brenda shares the impact of Garrett's addiction on their family and how they navigate the grief that follows such a profound loss. She speaks candidly about the challenges of dealing with the stigma surrounding addiction and the ways she finds comfort in her faith and memories of Garrett.
Brenda now works tirelessly with various groups to raise awareness about addiction, hoping to change perceptions and offer support to others in similar situations. This episode is a moving tribute to Garrett's life, filled with reflections on love, loss, and the enduring bond between a mother and her son.