New Directions for Women: Empowering Lives through Recovery
The bright side of addiction is recovery, and New Directions for Women embodies that. It's phenomenal down here, the neighbors, the corporate community, it just goes on and on and on.
Picture this: a place where women find hope, support, and a path to recovery. That's what New Directions for Women in Costa Mesa, CA, offers. In this episode of 'Recovery Coast to Coast', Neil Scott takes listeners on an insightful tour of one of America's most successful women's treatment programs.
The journey begins with Lyn Wilder, husband of the founder Pamela Wilder, intake leader Victoria Herbert, and board member Ann Permazon, who share their unique perspectives on the program's history and vision. Their stories highlight the importance of gender-specific treatment and family support in the recovery process. In the second hour, Neil chats with Emili Barbour and Billie Shento-Litmin, both recovery support specialists, and Nellie Smith, a volunteer car partner.
These inspiring women discuss the power of alumni programs, the role of meditation and self-care in maintaining sobriety, and the critical support systems that help women reclaim their lives. Through heartfelt conversations and personal anecdotes, this episode sheds light on how New Directions for Women transforms lives and builds a strong community of recovery. Whether you're on your own journey or supporting someone else, this episode is a testament to the strength and resilience of women in recovery.