Mike Tourville
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How can we keep up with the need for grief support? Laura Vargas from SADOD
How can we keep up with the need for grief support? Laura Vargas from SADOD
How can we keep up with the need for grief support? Laura Vargas from SADOD
Friday 15th December 2023
Listen as Laura Vargas from SADOD discusses grief support after substance-related deaths and the importance of building a caring community.
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Episode Overview
- SADOD provides peer grief support for substance use-related deaths, offering diverse support options for individuals and families.
- The podcast conversation emphasises the impact of substance use-related deaths on families, friends, and communities, highlighting the importance of supporting frontline care providers.
- Laura Vargas discusses SADOD's expansion plans and the effectiveness of their programs in fostering a supportive community.
- The annual conference organised by SADOD provides a safe and supportive space for individuals to connect, find solace, and seek grief support.
- The episode concludes with a call to action for individuals to reach out for grief support and highlights the impact of SADOD's peer grief support programs.
People often say, 'I left and I was crying a lot. This was really sad, but it's also exactly what I needed.' There's a lot of power to that.
Grief can be a lonely journey, especially when it's tied to the devastating loss from substance use. In this episode of 'Healing Voices Project', Laura Vargas from Support After a Death by Overdose (SADOD) takes us through the essential need for grief support in these tough times. Established in 2019, SADOD offers peer support for those grappling with the aftermath of substance-related deaths.
They provide a range of services including individual and group support sessions, as well as online resources to reach those in need wherever they are. Laura, who heads Outreach Programs at SADOD, stresses the importance of offering varied support options to cater to the unique grieving experiences of individuals and their families. She highlights how substance use-related deaths ripple through families, friends, and communities, leaving behind a trail of heartache and the urgent need for support.
The conversation also touches on the burnout and trauma faced by frontline care providers and how crucial it is to support them as well. Laura shares exciting news about SADOD's plans to expand beyond Massachusetts, aiming to extend their compassionate services to more people. She also discusses the effectiveness of their programs in creating a supportive community.
The episode wraps up with a call to action for anyone in need of grief support to reach out and highlights SADOD's annual conference as a place for connection and healing.