The McShin Foundation
The McShin Foundation
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell, John Shinholser & guests Julie Funkhouser, Co-Founder & CEO of The Recovery Connection
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell, John Shinholser & guests Julie Funkhouser, Co-Founder & CEO of The Recovery Connection
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell, John Shinholser & guests Julie Funkhouser, Co-Founder & CEO of The Recovery Connection
Friday 12th June 2020
Julie Funkhouser talks about Danny's Law, mental health, and addiction recovery with Nathan Mitchell and John Shinholser on 'Get In The Herd'.
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Get the buttons here!Julie Funkhouser on Danny's Law: Shaping the Future of Addiction Recovery
It takes a lot of strength and courage to do what you did, and I'm getting older, but yet these are the folks I want to stand behind.
Imagine losing a loved one to addiction and mental illness, and then channeling that pain into meaningful change. That's exactly what Julie Funkhouser did. In this episode of 'Get In The Herd', hosts Nathan Mitchell and John Shinholser welcome Julie, co-founder and CEO of The Recovery Connection, to discuss her journey and the landmark legislation known as Danny's Law.
Named after her late husband, who tragically passed away on September 11, 2018, Danny's Law aims to create consistent standards in addiction treatment across Virginia and improve access to life-saving medications like Narcan. Signed by Governor Northam in April 2020, this law is a significant step forward for those battling addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. Julie shares the emotional story behind the bill, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of advocacy.
The conversation also touches on the broader complexities of mental health and addiction, the need for expanded services, and innovative approaches like the Portugal model for treatment. Through candid discussions and heartfelt stories, this episode offers a glimpse into the future of recovery and the power of community-driven change. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or looking to support someone who is, this episode is a beacon of hope and a call to action.