Marlon Bacote: From Jail to Recovery, A Story of Hope
Man, you know how hard that is, that's true. It's like to me, and I just told somebody this tonight, I don't know if he's spiritual, but the same thing the devil tried to use to destroy me, that crack, that disease, that addiction.
What happens when someone finds hope and recovery behind bars? In this compelling episode of 'Get In The Herd', Marlon Bacote shares his powerful journey from incarceration to sobriety, live from Henrico West Jail. Marlon's story is a raw and honest account of battling addiction while facing the harsh realities of the criminal justice system. His turning point came when he realized the devastating impact his addiction had on himself and his loved ones.
With unwavering support from his wife and the McShin Foundation's peer-to-peer recovery program, Marlon managed to reclaim his life and now helps others as a peer support specialist. This episode delves into the importance of addressing trauma and mental health in recovery, and it critiques the inadequacies of the criminal justice system in treating addiction. Marlon's resilience and determination serve as a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with substance use disorder.
Tune in to hear how peer support and community can make all the difference.