Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health

Crosstalk by Turning Point is a recovery focused podcast.  We discuss addiction, recovery, harm reduction and everything in-between.

Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health

  • Lily's House

Lily's House

Tuesday 20th February 2024

Discover how Lily's House supports pregnant women in recovery with Thelma Hunter on Crosstalk. Learn about their unique approach to compassionate care.
36 minutes
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Crosstalk by Turning Point is a recovery focused podcast.  We discuss addiction, recovery, harm reduction and everything in-between.
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Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
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Compassionate Care: Inside Lily's House with Thelma Hunter

Episode Overview

  • Lily's House provides a safe space for pregnant women in recovery.
  • The facility offers essential services like childcare and job interview preparation.
  • Thelma Hunter shares her personal journey and professional insights.
  • Peer support is a cornerstone of Turning Point and CenterPoint's approach.
  • Addressing the stigma around substance use in pregnant women is crucial.
We wanted to be able to help a mother have a healthy baby and get parenting skills to deal with that child after it's born
In this episode of Crosstalk, Matt Lewis welcomes Thelma Hunter, VP of Clinical Services at Four Rivers Behavioral Health, to chat about the soon-to-be-opened 'Lily's House'. This new facility aims to provide a supportive environment for pregnant women battling substance use disorders. Thelma shares her heartfelt journey into the world of addiction recovery, inspired by her father's struggles with alcoholism. She highlights the unique challenges faced by women, particularly mothers, in recovery and the stigma they often encounter.
Through personal anecdotes and professional experiences, Thelma explains how Lily's House will offer not just a safe space but also essential services like childcare, job interview preparation, and mental health support. The conversation also touches on the broader impact of peer support in recovery, with staff members at Turning Point and CenterPoint using their own experiences to guide others.
If you're curious about how compassionate care can transform lives or want to understand more about the specific needs of women in recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear about the innovative approaches and heartfelt dedication driving Lily's House and Four Rivers Behavioral Health.