Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
Carleah Summers: Helping Mothers Recover from Addiction by Keeping Families Together
Carleah Summers: Helping Mothers Recover from Addiction by Keeping Families Together
Carleah Summers: Helping Mothers Recover from Addiction by Keeping Families Together
Tuesday 16th December 2025
Carleah Summers shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery and her mission to help mothers heal while keeping families together.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Andrea's House allows mothers to recover without being separated from their children.
- Breaking generational cycles of addiction is a key focus.
- Community support is crucial for the success of recovery programs.
- Postpartum depression is a significant challenge for many mothers in recovery.
- Creating a home-like environment helps mothers stick with treatment.
"If you don't give up, I won't give up."
Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery as Carleah Summers joins Elizabeth Vargas to share her powerful journey from addiction to sobriety. Carleah's story is not just about her personal triumph but also about her mission to help other mothers recover while keeping their families intact. She founded Andrea's House, a non-profit in Maryland, where mothers can receive treatment for substance use disorder without being separated from their children.
Carleah opens up about the stigma surrounding maternal mental health and the unique challenges faced by women in recovery. You'll hear how Carleah's own experiences, including growing up with a drug-addicted parent and battling postpartum depression, fuelled her determination to create a supportive environment for mothers. The episode highlights the importance of breaking generational cycles of addiction and providing comprehensive care that includes parenting skills and family healing.
With heartwarming anecdotes and honest reflections, Carleah discusses the systemic issues that prevent many women from seeking help, such as fear of losing custody of their children. She shares the rewarding yet challenging work of maintaining Andrea's House and the critical role community support plays in its success. This episode offers a raw look at the struggles and triumphs of mothers fighting addiction and emphasises the transformative power of compassion and community.
So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? How do they find hope in the darkest times?
Listen in to find out how Carleah Summers is making a difference, one mother at a time.