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"Stigma" with PA State Representive Bridget Kosierowski
"Stigma" with PA State Representive Bridget Kosierowski
"Stigma" with PA State Representive Bridget Kosierowski
Wednesday 21st September 2022
PA Rep Bridget Kosierowski chats with Joe Van Wie about addiction stigma, mental health care, and her advocacy work on AllBetter.
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Get the buttons here!Challenging Addiction Stigma: A Chat with PA Rep Bridget Kosierowski
I will always advocate for Longer Treatment Days, levels of care that step down programs Up To A Year and some kind of solution to make medicaid more competitive.
What happens when a dedicated nurse and a state representative sits down to talk about addiction? In this episode of AllBetter, host Joe Van Wie welcomes PA State Representative Bridget Kosierowski, a woman who has spent over 25 years in the healthcare sector. Kosierowski’s journey from a registered nurse to a state representative is nothing short of inspiring.
She’s seen firsthand the struggles families face in accessing quality healthcare and has become a fierce advocate for addiction treatment and mental health care. Kosierowski opens up about her personal experiences, including raising a child who survived leukemia, which fuels her passion for compassionate leadership. The discussion dives into the importance of preventative care, the necessity for longer treatment days, and the value of step-down programs.
Kosierowski also touches on harm reduction and education, stressing how these elements are crucial in breaking down the barriers surrounding addiction. The episode doesn’t shy away from the tough topics. It addresses the challenges faced by the healthcare system during the COVID-19 pandemic and how these have impacted addiction treatment. Kosierowski’s advocacy work highlights the power of empathy and understanding in helping individuals seek the help they need.
Whether you’re directly affected by addiction or simply interested in the topic, this conversation offers valuable insights into the ongoing battle against addiction stigma. Tune in to hear how one woman’s dedication is making a difference in the lives of many.