Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Erin's Story That No Mother Should Endure
Erin's Story That No Mother Should Endure
Erin's Story That No Mother Should Endure
Thursday 8th August 2019
Hear Erin Miller's journey from heartbreak to advocacy after losing her son to a heroin overdose. Available on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'.
44 minutes
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Erin Miller's Fight Against Addiction: A Mother's Heartbreaking Journey
It's about legacy and it's about community connection, and it's about change and hope and love.
Imagine losing a child to addiction and then being arrested for trying to prevent other families from experiencing the same heartache. That's Erin Miller's reality. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Erin shares the tragic story of her son Chad, a promising hockey player who lost his life to a heroin overdose. Chad's struggle began with prescribed opiates, and his story is one that no parent should have to tell.
Erin recounts the harrowing days spent watching Chad on life support and the painful decision to let him go. But Erin's journey didn't end there. Fueled by grief and a fierce determination to make a difference, she founded the Chad Miller Foundation. Her mission? To spread awareness about the dangers of addiction and support families who have lost loved ones to drug-related deaths. Despite facing legal challenges, Erin's dedication remains unwavering.
She speaks openly about her arrest, the challenges of advocacy, and the importance of community support and faith in recovery. Erin's story is a powerful testament to resilience and hope. It's a reminder that even in the darkest times, one person's courage can spark change. If you or someone you know is battling addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and resources for recovery. Tune in to hear Erin's moving account and join her in the fight against addiction.