Janice Arnoldi
Janice Arnoldi
She Was Born Addicted to Methadone - Is Now A Substance Use Peer Supporter
She Was Born Addicted to Methadone - Is Now A Substance Use Peer Supporter
She Was Born Addicted to Methadone - Is Now A Substance Use Peer Supporter
Monday 8th December 2025
Chantel Bellingham shares her inspiring journey from methadone addiction to becoming a peer support worker, highlighting the power of recovery.
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Get the buttons here!From Methadone Addiction to Peer Support: Chantel's Journey
Episode Overview
- Chantel's early life was marked by premature birth and methadone addiction.
- Despite a supportive upbringing, addiction resurfaced during college.
- Methadone played a crucial role in managing withdrawal symptoms.
- Chantel now works as a peer support worker, helping others in recovery.
- The episode highlights the importance of diverse recovery tools and support systems.
"Methadone was able to alleviate that and give me... the ability to work on my mental health, to find a job, to find housing."
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? Chantel Bellingham's journey is a testament to resilience and transformation. Born prematurely and addicted to methadone, Chantel faced challenges from the start. Adopted by a loving family, she enjoyed a supportive upbringing, yet the shadows of addiction loomed large during her college years. As she navigated the turbulent waters of substance use, Chantel found herself entangled in a cycle of addiction that seemed inescapable.
In this gripping episode, Chantel shares her story with host Janice Arnoldi, shedding light on the complexities of addiction and recovery. Methadone played a pivotal role in her early recovery, helping her manage withdrawal symptoms and regain control of her life. Chantel speaks candidly about the stigma surrounding methadone and the importance of medical-assisted treatments in recovery. Chantel's story is not just about struggle; it's about finding strength and purpose.
Today, she works as a peer support worker at Community Addiction Services of Niagara, using her experiences to guide others on their path to sobriety. Her insights into the challenges of addiction, the power of support systems, and the necessity of diverse recovery tools are invaluable. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even when the odds seem stacked against you.
It encourages reflection on how society views addiction and the support systems available to those in need. Are we doing enough to support those battling addiction, or is there more we can learn from stories like Chantel's?