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Jennifer Wants To Have Open Conversations

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Marissa Became Comfortable Setting Boundaries

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Ashley Found So Much Beauty in Her Life

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Karyleen Explains the Physical Symptoms of Detox

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Jennifer’s Kids Showed Her Unconditional Love

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Pathways to Treatment Overcoming Insurance & Testing Barriers and Exploring the Intersection of Harm

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O’Dell Wants To Spread Recovery Resources Widely

As a person in recovery, O'Dell feels grateful for the help he received from his community during active use, which allowed him to get treatment options instead of jail time. However, he knows his whiteness gave him a privilege many Black and Brown people in Kentucky don’t have. O'Dell works hard to spread tools like naloxone and fentanyl test strips to as many people as possible. He wants everyone in Kentucky to know about these resources and use them easily.
O'Dell has "overcome" tattooed on his knuckles as a reminder that anyone, no matter their situation or background, can overcome life's challenges. With effective support and treatment, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
If you're in Kentucky and are looking for treatment resources, visit: findhelpnowky.org

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Jennifer Wants To Have Open Conversations

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Jennifer Wants To Have Open Conversations

Переглядів 4814 днів тому

Jennifer knows that substance use disorder (SUD) can affect anyone, even those closest to us. That’s why it’s so important to show empathy, especially toward our loved ones. Jennifer encourages us to ask questions and start conversations. This can help someone with SUD feel safe enough to open up, breaking through the stigma that might have held them back in the past. If you’re looking for ways...

Marissa Became Comfortable Setting Boundaries

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Marissa Became Comfortable Setting Boundaries

Переглядів 6621 день тому

Marissa’s relationship with her dad has always meant a lot to her, but they went through a tough time because he didn’t understand her substance use disorder (SUD). Even though they didn’t always agree, they’ve built a close relationship. Staying connected with him has been so important to Marissa as she works on her recovery. Her journey has taught her to be more loving and understanding-espec...

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Ashley Found So Much Beauty in Her Life

Переглядів 32Місяць тому

When Ashley first started her recovery journey, she wasn’t sure if she could move beyond her substance use disorder (SUD). But she took it one step at a time and found that her life is filled with more happiness and beauty than she ever imagined. Now, she lives each day to the fullest and spreads hope to so many others! If you're looking for support with an SUD, take a look at: samhsa.gov/find-...

Karyleen Explains the Physical Symptoms of Detox

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Karyleen Explains the Physical Symptoms of Detox

Переглядів 115Місяць тому

Karyleen is a treatment provider in Kentucky, where she's helped many people who go through the physical symptoms of withdrawal, or "detox," in the early stages of recovery. It's really important for individuals in recovery to have access to quality care and kind support. People like Karyleen show us how essential it is to lead with empathy and understanding, making the process as manageable as...

Jennifer’s Kids Showed Her Unconditional Love

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Jennifer’s Kids Showed Her Unconditional Love

Переглядів 216Місяць тому

Jennifer first used substances when her dad was diagnosed with cancer, trying to protect herself from the pain of losing him. Now, she shares her story of substance use and recovery because she knows what stigma feels like. She didn’t feel like the people around her saw her as the whole person she was. "I was the soccer mom. I was the PTA mom. I was the one sitting at the games handing out the ...

Pathways to Treatment Overcoming Insurance & Testing Barriers and Exploring the Intersection of Harm

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Pathways to Treatment Overcoming Insurance & Testing Barriers and Exploring the Intersection of Harm

Переглядів 23Місяць тому

Join us for an informative webinar that explores the challenges and opportunities for individuals accessing resources and treatment. In this session, panelists will offer insight into the barriers that exist for people who use substances in accessing services, including challenges around insurance requirements and drug testing requirements. Panelists will also examine the vital role of harm red...

Dr. Lionel Shares His Vision of Hope for the Future

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Dr. Lionel Shares His Vision of Hope for the Future

Переглядів 2382 місяці тому

Dr. Lionel is a treatment provider in Kentucky with over 20 years of experience in mental health and substance use disorder (SUD). With more people seeing SUD as a medical condition, it’s possible to make others feel more accepted and help end the stigma they’ve faced for so long. He wants it to be easier for people with SUD to get medical help and services if they choose that path. Growth happ...

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Michelle Helps People Find Quality Care

Переглядів 2002 місяці тому

Michelle works at a crisis stabilization unit called The Phoenix House. It's named that way to show how, with quality care and treatment, people can rise from their personal crises and thrive. For Michelle, one of the best parts of her work is seeing people with substance use disorder (SUD) leave the crisis setting and live confident lives. As she says, "That trumps everything." If you or someo...

Ashley Remembers Her Baby Cash on His Birthday

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Ashley Remembers Her Baby Cash on His Birthday

Переглядів 792 місяці тому

Ashley remembers her son, baby Cash, as a vibrant, playful, and courageous soul. Sadly, she lost Cash when he was 3 years old to acute fentanyl intoxication while he was visiting his father. The connection the two shared was deep, and Ashley carries that with her every day. In Cash's honor, Ashley has since learned about fentanyl and how to prevent further overdose deaths by administering nalox...

Aaron Reminds Us: Recovery Looks Different for Everyone

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Aaron Reminds Us: Recovery Looks Different for Everyone

Переглядів 892 місяці тому

Aaron understands that everyone’s journey with substance use disorder (SUD) is unique, which is why the path to recovery can look different for each person. He makes an effort to understand and connect with everyone in his recovery community, even when their stories differ from his own. As he says, "The way that I am actively recovering is not necessarily the way that other people need to do th...

Tim Is Breaking Cycles Within His Family

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Tim Is Breaking Cycles Within His Family

Переглядів 322 місяці тому

For Tim, reconnecting with his family has been one of the greatest blessings of his recovery. He’s grown closer to both his daughter and his grandmother, mending relationships and breaking a cycle of fatherlessness that’s been in his family for generations. Tim has also has grown to forgive family members who have stigmatized him for his substance use disorder (SUD) in the past, while recognizi...

Webinar: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Opioid Use Disorder

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Webinar: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Opioid Use Disorder

Переглядів 972 місяці тому

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the connection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). In this engaging session, we'll delve into the latest research on how childhood trauma can impact substance use and discuss trauma-informed approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. In this webinar, participants will: 1. Gain understanding of ACEs a...

Michelle Encourages People To Find Treatment That’s Right for Them

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Michelle Encourages People To Find Treatment That’s Right for Them

Переглядів 763 місяці тому

As a treatment provider, Michelle knows that recovery is real for people with substance use disorder (SUD)-she sees it every day. She has worked with many families and friends who don’t know how to get the right help for their loved one, and she encourages them to start by calling or texting 988 to find local resources within their community. Treatment works and is available if you or someone y...

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Aaron Found Strength in Community

Переглядів 2973 місяці тому

Aaron's identity as a queer, Jewish person in recovery is a big part of how he shows up today. When he was younger, he struggled with figuring out who he was and also faced challenges with his family. This led to him using substances to manage during those difficult times. However, his journey of self-discovery has also shaped his recovery. Now, Aaron is confident in who he is, feels a strong s...