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Join Alan Davidson, the new CEO of Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, as he leads a discussion on breaking down silos to help solve the opioid epidemic.
Letter from The Executive Director
We know that effective anti-stigma work begins with a diversity of representation because it sends this all-important message of hope—that people who look like, work like, love like “me” can and do recovery. That’s why all of our programs--not just our anti-stigma work--should be as diverse and varied as the communities they serve.
We know that we need every kind of outreach and support--like the Modern Griots, focusing on health equity and healing; we need webinars, like ours on June 15th prioritizing men’s mental health; we need our LGBTQ Welcome Centers, prioritizing sobriety and recovery programs, and we need veterans’ organizations working with those who have served to continue expanding their support services.
As We Grow
Make a Difference: Join a Committee. We are forming the following committees to help lawmakers craft and support policy that will result in meaningful, lasting change in our region that will save lives and help to end the overdose epidemic: The Advocacy Committee...
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...
Leader’s Luncheon to End Overdose Photo Gallery
Photos from the Leader's Luncheon to End...
As We Grow
As we grow, we are grateful to celebrate community leaders who have worked diligently to improve lives in the Tampa Bay Region. Our first Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Linda McKinnon. Linda is the CEO and President of Central Florida Behavioral Health...
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...
Letter from the Executive Director
We did it! We hit all our 2022 goals. And we are well on our way to a successful 2023. This success began by hosting an amazing Leaders Luncheon to End Overdose. Thank you all. Thank you all for supporting the luncheon through your courageous participation. One...
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...
Did You Know?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6YB8L3pBig&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=LiveTampaBay We are bringing together subject matter experts with public and private players in different sectors to discuss old problems and well-known solutions in new ways both in...
Letter from the Executive Director
I hope your holiday season was filled with joy, peace, and warmth. Thank you for your ongoing support of Live Tampa Bay. Our first year has been full of hosting community events to raise awareness of the overdose crisis - as well as the possibility of recovery,...
Letter from the Executive Director
Before we turn from giving thanks and dive into to the hustle and bustle of the end of the year, I want to take a moment to extend gratitude to all of you engaged in this work. This begins with all of you who have turned personal heartache into a giving heart. Each...
As We Grow
Faith-based communities are often one of the first places people seek assistance for mental health and addiction. Many times, faith leaders are the “first-responders” for those in crisis. This is why Live Tampa Bay is excited to announce the launch of our Faith...