How Can RCI Measure Recovery?How Can RCI Measure Recovery?
Recovery Corner
David Whitesock discusses his journey from addiction to creating the Recovery Capital Index, a tool that measures and supports the recovery process.
40:39•10 May 2023
David Whitesock's Path: From Addiction to Revolutionizing Recovery Measurement
Episode Overview
- David shares his personal journey from a career in radio to hitting rock bottom with addiction
- The conversation delves into the creation and evolution of the Recovery Capital Index (RCI)
- RCI is a tool designed to assess recovery capital, measuring personal, social, and cultural aspects of an individual's life
- The episode concludes with a hopeful vision of using RCI data to advocate for upstream initiatives, changing the narrative around addiction, and promoting healthy, thriving lives for all
“We just want to make more people intelligent. And that's really what this conversation has been about. So how are we making organizations like YPR intelligent in its work?”
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then using that experience to help others find their way. That's exactly what David Whitesock did. In this episode of 'Recovery Corner', host Jessica sits down with David, the creator of the Recovery Capital Index (RCI). They chat about David's journey from a promising radio career to battling addiction, including a fifth DUI that became his wake-up call.
But David didn't stop there; he turned his life around and created a tool that's making waves in the recovery community. The RCI measures personal, social, and cultural aspects of recovery, helping individuals and organizations better understand and support the recovery process. David shares how his work with Face It Together led to the development of RCI, aiming to bring greater recovery intelligence to communities.
The conversation touches on the evolution of RCI, its current use, and the broader goal of fostering resilient communities that can stand strong against addiction. By the end of this episode, you'll see how data can drive positive change in addiction narratives and support healthier lives for everyone.
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