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Julie Waters Talks about Her Son's Overdose Death
Julie Waters Talks about Her Son's Overdose Death
Julie Waters Talks about Her Son's Overdose Death
Monday 23rd August 2021
Listen to Julie Waters' heartfelt story of her son's overdose and her journey from grief to hope in this episode of Now Sober Podcasts.
Explicit
35 minutes
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
Authentic
Engaging
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Get the buttons here!Julie Waters' Heartfelt Journey Through Grief and Healing After Her Son's Overdose
My grief is something I don't want to always forget because it's a part of my love for my son.
Imagine losing a loved one to addiction. Julie Waters knows this pain all too well. In this touching episode of Now Sober Podcasts, she opens up about her son Jace's tragic overdose and the path that led him there. Julie recounts how Jace's addiction began with prescribed medications following an injury and spiraled into a struggle that ended in heartbreak. She shares the family's turmoil, the stigma they faced, and the desperate attempts to get Jace the help he needed.
Despite the immense grief, Julie has channeled her sorrow into something positive. She founded the Jace Waters Foundation for Transitional Living of Alabama, offering scholarships and support to families grappling with addiction. Julie emphasizes the importance of sharing stories to combat stigma and foster community support. This episode is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of addiction and the strength it takes to turn grief into hope.