For the Love of Arielle; with Feat. Guest Shawna Catherine-Taylor OC 08For the Love of Arielle; with Feat. Guest Shawna Catherine-Taylor OC 08
Ordinary Courage with Vanisha Breault
Shawna Catherine-Taylor shares her journey of love and resilience as she supports her daughter through Fentanyl addiction while raising her granddaughter, Arielle.
1:21:12•9 Sept 2020
For the Love of Arielle: A Grandmother's Fight Against Addiction's Grip
“Listen in as we take you through the trenches of addiction in the family and the many ways we recover.”
Imagine bringing home a newborn, not as a parent, but as a grandparent. That's the reality Shawna Catherine-Taylor faced in August 2019 when she welcomed her granddaughter, Arielle, into her life. Shawna's daughter, Kenedee, had been entangled in a fierce battle with Fentanyl addiction since she was 17. Through years of ups and downs, brief moments of sobriety followed by relapses, Kenedee found herself pregnant and still struggling with her addiction.
In this gripping episode of 'Ordinary Courage', Shawna opens up about her journey through the trenches of addiction within her family. She shares raw and heartfelt stories of courage, hope, and unconditional love. Shawna's story isn't just about her daughter's fight; it's also about the strength it takes to support a loved one battling addiction while caring for a newborn. Living in Airdrie, Alberta, Shawna also facilitates 'HERE TOGETHER', a support group for families dealing with addiction.
This episode is a testament to the resilience of families affected by addiction and underscores the vital role of support and compassion in their recovery journeys.
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