Dr. Mary Roberson: From Personal Recovery to Community Healing
I always help my mom on, you know, with things in the family. And then, being, you know, a spiritual woman, a Christian, you know, God tells us, you know to give you know, like it's been given unto you, to treat others the way you want to be treated, and it's always been part of who I am.
Ever wondered how one person's recovery journey can inspire and uplift an entire community? In this episode of 'Your Bright Recovery', host Caroline Beidler, MSW, sits down with Dr. Mary Roberson, a woman whose path to sobriety has not only changed her life but also the lives of many in Northern Illinois. Dr.
Roberson, the founder of the North Illinois Recovery Community Organization (NIRCO), shares her story as a veteran and a woman in recovery, highlighting how her experiences propelled her to start a non-profit organization dedicated to peer recovery support services. Dr. Roberson dives into her motivation behind creating NIRCO, a nationally recognized recovery community organization that collaborates with local police departments and other entities to provide crucial support. She emphasizes the power of community and spirituality in fostering resilience and recovery.
Her words, 'I always help my mom on, you know, with things in the family. And then, being, you know, a spiritual woman, a Christian, you know, God tells us, you know to give you know, like it's been given unto you, to treat others the way you want to be treated, and it's always been part of who I am', resonate deeply with the core message of this episode.
For anyone grappling with addiction or mental health issues, or those supporting loved ones through these challenges, this episode is a beacon of hope. Dr. Roberson’s heartfelt commitment to service shows how personal recovery can ripple outwards, creating positive change and building stronger communities. Tune in to hear how one woman's journey can light the way for many others.