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Ep. 90 – Taking Small Steps Toward Recovery in Emergency Rooms: Michelle Harter, AnchorED
Ep. 90 – Taking Small Steps Toward Recovery in Emergency Rooms: Michelle Harter, AnchorED
Ep. 90 – Taking Small Steps Toward Recovery in Emergency Rooms: Michelle Harter, AnchorED
Thursday 27th April 2017
Michelle Harter discusses AnchorED, connecting opioid patients in emergency rooms with recovery coaches. Tune in for inspiring stories and insights.
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Get the buttons here!AnchorED: A Lifeline for Opioid Patients in Emergency Rooms
It's really good to be in recovery and your life doesn't have to end, your fun doesn't have to end because you're into recovery and we're still growing strong Seven Years Later.
Imagine being rushed to the emergency room after an opioid overdose and finding not just medical help, but a compassionate guide to recovery. That's the essence of AnchorED, a groundbreaking program spearheaded by Michelle Harter, the Associate Director of Anchor Recovery Community Centers in Rhode Island. In this episode of Cover 2 Resources, host Greg McNeil sits down with Michelle to unpack how AnchorED is transforming lives one small step at a time.
Michelle explains that AnchorED connects individuals admitted to emergency rooms for opioid-related issues with trained recovery coaches. These coaches aren't just professionals; they're peers who have walked the path of addiction and recovery themselves. They offer empathy, practical advice, and even Narcan training to prevent future overdoses. Since its inception, AnchorED has helped over 500 people, proving that sometimes, the smallest steps can lead to monumental changes.
Funded by Rhode Island's Department of Behavioral Health and private donations, AnchorED's success is a testament to community support and the dedication of its recovery 'soldiers'. Michelle also shares how the program extends its impact beyond Rhode Island through a consultation initiative. This program offers PowerPoint presentations and hospital tours to cities interested in replicating AnchorED's success. But Anchor Recovery Community Centers is more than just AnchorED.
It's a vibrant hub for those in recovery, offering activities and events that foster a supportive community culture. With separate teams for men and women, the center tailors its support to meet diverse needs, making it a unique resource in Rhode Island. Tune in to hear Michelle's inspiring stories and learn how AnchorED is making a real difference.
Whether you're struggling with addiction, know someone who is, or are simply interested in innovative approaches to the opioid crisis, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.