Finding Purpose Through TragedyFinding Purpose Through Tragedy
The Right Mind Media Podcast
In 2011, Cheryl Juaire lost her son, Corey, to an overdose. Four years later she started Team Sharing, a support group where parents meet and support one another that has grown from a small group in Massachusetts to several hundred families...
29:51•16 Feb 2020
Cheryl Juaire: Turning Grief into a Lifeline for Others
“I suffered deeply so that I would know when a mom was just lost her child. These parents need a purpose, and they are the biggest warriors you'll ever meet in your life.”
When Cheryl Juaire lost her son Corey to an overdose in 2011, her world shattered. But instead of succumbing to despair, Cheryl transformed her grief into a powerful mission. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Right Mind Media Podcast', Cheryl sits down with hosts Jon Cohan and Abby Dean to share her inspiring journey from loss to advocacy. Cheryl's story is one of resilience and purpose.
She founded Team Sharing, a support group that started small in Massachusetts and has now expanded to help hundreds of families across the country who have lost children to addiction. Her dedication doesn't stop there; Cheryl also fights for the availability of Naloxone and has been actively involved in the CARE Act bill. The conversation dives deep into the emotional landscape of losing a child and the importance of community support for parents navigating similar tragedies.
Cheryl’s candid discussion about the changing stigma around addiction and mental health offers hope and solidarity to those affected. If you’re looking for a story that combines raw emotion with unwavering determination, this episode is a must-listen.
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!
More From This Show
The latest episodes from the same podcast.
Related Episodes
Similar episodes from other shows in the catalogue.