Henry's Uncle, Erik Kilgore
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Growing up with addiction in the family and trying to change public policy to help people with a substance use disorder
Growing up with addiction in the family and trying to change public policy to help people with a substance use disorder
Growing up with addiction in the family and trying to change public policy to help people with a substance use disorder
Wednesday 1st April 2020
Se-ah-dom Edmo discusses growing up with an alcoholic father and her advocacy for policy changes in addiction recovery.
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21 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Thought-provoking
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Henry's Uncle, Erik Kilgore
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Se-ah-dom Edmo: From Family Struggles to Policy Advocacy in Addiction Recovery
It's hard to talk about addiction and really be upfront about it. But then, as I've grown older, like understanding.
Imagine growing up with addiction as a constant shadow in your home. That's the reality Se-ah-dom Edmo faced, with her father battling alcoholism throughout her childhood. Instead of sweeping it under the rug, her mother chose to educate Se-ah-dom and her siblings about the harsh truths of addiction. This open dialogue shaped Se-ah-dom's understanding and fueled her passion for change.
Now, as the Executive Director of the MRG Foundation and Co-Chair of Oregon Recovers, she channels her personal experiences into advocacy for better public policies around addiction recovery. In this episode of 'Henry's Uncle', Se-ah-dom sits down with host Erik Kilgore to share her journey from a household affected by addiction to a life dedicated to making a difference.
She discusses the significance of talking openly about addiction, educating the younger generation, and the transformative power of culturally specific recovery programs like those offered by Nara. Se-ah-dom also dives into the pressing need for more accessible and respectful treatment options, including on-demand detox and emergency room care. She doesn't shy away from addressing the broader systemic changes required, such as adjusting alcohol taxes and sales to fund recovery initiatives.
Through her work with organizations like Henry's Uncle and partnerships with platforms like Cash App, Se-ah-dom is on a mission to dismantle the stigma surrounding addiction and pave the way for supportive, community-driven recovery solutions. Whether you're personally affected by addiction or looking to understand the complexities of policy change in this area, this episode offers a heartfelt and informative perspective that you won't want to miss.