KDD Media Company
KDD Media Company
Jerome Piper – Redemption, Addiction, Homeless, Rehab, Counseling, Fatherhood, Sobriety, and Hope
Jerome Piper – Redemption, Addiction, Homeless, Rehab, Counseling, Fatherhood, Sobriety, and Hope
Jerome Piper – Redemption, Addiction, Homeless, Rehab, Counseling, Fatherhood, Sobriety, and Hope
Monday 18th October 2021
Hear Jerome Piper's story of overcoming addiction and becoming a community hero on 'Knockin' Doorz Down'.
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84 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
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Healing
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Sobriety Success Stories
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Jerome Piper: From College Partying to Community Hero
Those situations are manageable, and I'm here to tell everyone, it is manageable.
Imagine growing up in a tough neighborhood, dodging gangs, and facing domestic abuse. That's Jerome Piper's early life in Bakersfield, California. Despite these challenges, he found solace in sports and earned a spot to play football at the College of Sequoias. But college life came with its own set of pressures. Jerome's story takes a wild turn as he dives headfirst into the party scene, experimenting with cocaine, ecstasy, and heavy drinking.
Trips to Las Vegas became a monthly routine, and soon, crack, PCP, and meth took over his life. His addiction spiraled out of control, leading to a police raid at his grandparents' house and even landing him in jail. These events served as harsh wake-up calls. When his third child was born, Jerome knew he had to change. Finding a higher power became his anchor in the storm of addiction.
Today, Jerome is not just sober but a beacon of hope for others struggling with similar issues. He dedicates his life to helping others through counseling and community service. His journey from addiction to redemption is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Tune in to hear Jerome's incredible transformation and how he's making a difference one day at a time.