One Day at a Time: Overcoming Addiction & Homelessness on the Way to 10 Years of SobrietyOne Day at a Time: Overcoming Addiction & Homelessness on the Way to 10 Years of Sobriety
Through Help & Back
Picture a different scenario where you, your child, or someone close is about to graduate from college, a moment of pride and hope, but within a year, they face homelessness. It's a stark reality, and our guest this week, Erin Lloyd, a dedicated Case Management Manager at Anew Behavioral Health with a decade of sobriety and extensive experience in addiction and recovery, has lived through this very challenge. Erin's journey is filled with both heartbreak and triumph, and she's emerged with an unwavering passion to support those in need. Join us for an inspiring conversation that sheds light on resilience, recovery, and the power of helping others.
1:13:07•20 Oct 2023
Erin Lloyd: From Homelessness to Hope in Addiction Recovery
Episode Overview
- Erin Lloyd's inspiring journey of resilience and triumph over addiction and homelessness
- Insights into the significance of case management in addiction recovery and mental health support
- The impact of personal experiences in advocating and supporting individuals with addiction and mental health challenges
- Challenges and barriers faced by individuals seeking recovery and the importance of understanding addiction as a progressive disease
- Key aspects of recovery and personal improvement in mental health and wellness
“I'll advocate for anybody for as long as I can until I can't. I think to add to that too, the idea of this illusion of it being a moral choice, you know, I think with progressive diseases like addiction, the element of choice leaves early like yes you absolutely had a choice at 16 years old whether to go to that party or not yes at maybe at 17 you had a choice as to whether to take that drink or not or you know but once you get into physical dependence and psychological dependence can be just as bad and your body has adapted, right? And it isn't because you don't love Jesus and it isn't because you're not praying enough and it isn't because you've decided to be a heathen.”
Imagine the pride of seeing your child graduate from college, only to face the heartbreak of watching them become homeless within a year. This was the reality for Erin Lloyd, who now serves as a Case Management Manager at Anew Behavioral Health. With ten years of sobriety under her belt, Erin's journey is a powerful testament to resilience and recovery.
In this episode of 'Through Help & Back', Erin opens up about her struggles with addiction and homelessness, and how she turned her life around to help others facing similar battles. Her story is not just about overcoming personal challenges; it’s about the transformative power of support and case management in addiction recovery. Tune in to hear Erin's heartfelt account and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of addiction and the paths to wellness.
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