New England Recovery Center
New England Recovery Center
Peer Recovery with Athena Haddon and Billy Parks
Peer Recovery with Athena Haddon and Billy Parks
Peer Recovery with Athena Haddon and Billy Parks
Wednesday 20th September 2023
Discover how peer support transforms lives in recovery as Athena Haddon and Billy Parks share their journeys and professional insights.
55 minutes
Empowering
Transformative
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
About this podcast
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New England Recovery Center
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Athena Haddon and Billy Parks share their personal journeys and experiences in recovery, highlighting the transformative power of peer support
- Insights into the impact of peer recovery support centers and the role of recovery coaching in empowering individuals on their recovery journey
- Emphasis on the need for diverse, inclusive support systems to cater to individual pathways to recovery
- Discussion on the reciprocal and mutual nature of peer support, promoting self-determination and willingness in recovery
- The significance of understanding the lived experiences and diverse needs of individuals in recovery
I can guarantee it's going to be beneficial to you and your recovery program. Happy Recovery Month. And I can really think of no better way to celebrate Recovery Month than to have these folks on to really show us how recovery is possible and how it can be shared.
Imagine finding a lifeline in someone who truly understands your struggles. In this episode of 'Airing Addiction', hosts Lisa Blanchard and Jesse Chaison sit down with Athena Haddon and Billy Parks to explore the life-changing role of peer support in addiction recovery.
Athena, Spectrum’s executive director of peer services and recovery support, and Billy, assistant director of recovery and peer support at Advocates, Inc., share their personal journeys from addiction to recovery and how they now help others navigate the same path. They discuss the importance of peer recovery support centers and recovery coaching, offering a glimpse into how these resources can make a real difference.
The conversation is heartfelt and informative, shedding light on the power of shared experiences and the need for diverse, inclusive support systems. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the process, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of community.