MHNR Network, LLC
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Netflix's Recovery Boys and the founder of Jacob's Ladder, Dr. Kevin Blankenship
Netflix's Recovery Boys and the founder of Jacob's Ladder, Dr. Kevin Blankenship
Netflix's Recovery Boys and the founder of Jacob's Ladder, Dr. Kevin Blankenship
Friday 17th August 2018
Dr. Kevin Blankenship shares insights on Jacob's Ladder, a recovery program aiding first responders with addiction and PTSD.
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Get the buttons here!Jacob's Ladder: A Lifeline for First Responders Battling Addiction
We really truly want to do whatever it takes to get these guys healthy and get them a new chance to develop a good life.
Picture this: a first responder, always on the front lines, suddenly finds themselves grappling with addiction. Dr. Kevin Blankenship knows this struggle all too well. In this episode of 'Rescue the Rescuer', he shares his journey from a small West Virginia town to founding Jacob's Ladder, a groundbreaking recovery program. Blankenship, a former emergency medicine doctor, was inspired by a family crisis to create a treatment center that truly understands the unique pressures faced by first responders.
Jacob's Ladder isn't just another recovery program; it's a lifeline. Offering long-term, gender-specific treatment, it combines various therapeutic approaches to address both addiction and PTSD. Dr. Blankenship dives into the specific needs of first responders, discussing how his program helps them reclaim their lives and find hope again. This episode sheds light on the personal and professional challenges these heroes face and offers practical solutions for recovery.
If you're curious about how a coal miner's son became a beacon of hope for those on the front lines, or if you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on tackling addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Blankenship's story is one of resilience, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.