Mary Woods
Mary Woods
The Recovery Community Organizes and Speaks Out with guest Patricia Taylor, Executive Director, Faces and Voices of Recovery
The Recovery Community Organizes and Speaks Out with guest Patricia Taylor, Executive Director, Faces and Voices of Recovery
The Recovery Community Organizes and Speaks Out with guest Patricia Taylor, Executive Director, Faces and Voices of Recovery
Monday 25th February 2013
Mary Woods talks with Patricia Taylor about grassroots advocacy, public health science, and the power of community in addiction recovery.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Raising Voices: Patricia Taylor on the Power of Recovery Advocacy
Our response to the crisis of addiction should be based on sound public health science and the grassroots engagement and involvement of the recovery community – people in recovery, their families, friends, and allies.
Ever wondered how the recovery community can shape public policy and change lives? In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods chats with Patricia Taylor, the Executive Director of Faces and Voices of Recovery. Patricia dives into how grassroots movements are uniting to push for better policies and public understanding around addiction recovery. She highlights the essential role of public health science and the active involvement of people in recovery, their families, and allies.
From the benefits of clinical treatments to the importance of recovery-oriented communities, Patricia sheds light on the multifaceted approach needed to support those battling addiction. She also discusses how mutual aid groups and recovery coaches play a pivotal role in this journey. With health reforms creating new opportunities, Patricia emphasizes the importance of advocacy and education to foster a more supportive environment for recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how collective action can drive meaningful change in addiction recovery.