Sep 14, 2023
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light | Jac Smith
Our Stories: Into the Light | Jac Smith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRkGlQyeAGw This month, Jac Smith shared his story with Live Tampa Bay - a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Jac has been clean and sober since 1980 and wouldn't have it any other...
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
https://vimeo.com/803371168 The voices of those remaining in the wake of the overdose epidemic must continue to be heard to remind us to not give up the fight. When family members emerge from the dust of grief, loss, defeat, and despair and choose to tell their...
Our Stories: Stories of Impact
Our Stories: Stories of Impact
At our recent Leader's Luncheon, we were honored to hear these Stories of Impact from members of the recovery community in our region. Their bravery in showing up and telling their stories will forever impact the outcome of current and future legislative and social...
Our Stories: Into The Light
Our Stories: Into The Light
https://vimeo.com/785241172 Click to listen to Justin's story as he shares his path of recovery and his journey of giving back to his...
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
Click below to listen to William's story as he shares his path of recovery and his journey of giving back to his community. Listen to Will’s story below and visit our Public Awareness Page for more empowering stories....
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
Cesar Rodriguez, a loving father and husband shares his inspiring story of how he was able to turn his life around after 17 years of heroin use. Listen to Cesar’s story below and visit our Public Awareness Page for more empowering stories....
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
A nurse with substance use disorder--Ashley Howard was afraid her career would be over. Instead, she shares a story of receiving life-saving support from her employer during one of the toughest times. Listen to Ashley’s story below and visit our Public Awareness...
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
Robert Cooper is a CCAR Authorized Recovery Coach and founder/president of Zero Hour Life Center. Coach Rob is a person in long-term recovery and hosts a recovery podcast with peer coaches called Fired Up for Recovery. Listen to Coach Rob's story:...
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
Chelle is owner/operator of Sacred Spaces Recovery, a half-way house for people in recovery in St. Petersburg. She is a person in recovery speaking to the challenges of stigma and what is possible when we recognize people's humanity as they navigate their...
Our Stories: Into the Light
Our Stories: Into the Light
This year, we will launch an aggressive anti-stigma campaign. Complementing the work of local groups like The Hope Shot and emulating national players like Shatterproof, we will highlight stories of hope and recovery, and make room for those of loss...
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