Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Joleyne Whitton worked in Child Apprehension here in Sask until her addiction took everything. Including her own children. MUST LISTEN.
Joleyne Whitton worked in Child Apprehension here in Sask until her addiction took everything. Including her own children. MUST LISTEN.
Joleyne Whitton worked in Child Apprehension here in Sask until her addiction took everything. Including her own children. MUST LISTEN.
Monday 26th February 2024
Joleyne Whitton shares her powerful journey from working in child apprehension to battling addiction and reclaiming her life.
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32 minutes
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Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their profession.
- The struggle of losing custody of children due to addiction.
- The journey to recovery and regaining family connections.
- Challenges within the child protection system.
- The importance of support systems in overcoming addiction.
Regardless of the field you work in and the positions that you're in, anybody can fall into addiction.
In this gripping episode of Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk., you'll hear the heart-wrenching yet inspiring story of Joleyne Whitton. Joleyne once worked in child apprehension for the Ministry of Social Services in Saskatchewan, but her life took a dramatic turn when she fell into addiction. Her journey is a stark reminder that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their profession or background.
Joleyne shares how her introduction to cocaine spiralled into a debilitating addiction, costing her job and leading to the apprehension of her own children. Through candid conversation, she opens up about the overwhelming guilt and shame she faced, and the struggle to reclaim her life and family. This episode sheds light on the complexities of addiction within professional settings and the harsh realities of the child protection system.
Joleyne's story is one of resilience and hope, showing that recovery is possible even from the darkest places. If you're looking for a raw and honest discussion about addiction, recovery, and the systemic challenges within social services, this episode is a must-listen.