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What are SMART's Volunteer Support Coordinators?
What are SMART's Volunteer Support Coordinators?
What are SMART's Volunteer Support Coordinators?
Monday 11th August 2025
Discover the impactful role of Volunteer Support Coordinators in SMART Recovery and how they foster connections in addiction recovery communities.
40 minutes
informative
hopeful
supportive
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community-focused
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Volunteer Support Coordinators mentor meeting facilitators.
- VSCs foster welcoming environments for recovery volunteers.
- Training and community engagement are key VSC roles.
- Overcoming barriers like transportation is crucial.
- Growth in leadership and local connections is emphasized.
My hope is for growth within leadership. It's exciting that we're including local coordinators in the VSC.
In this episode of the SMART Recovery Podcast, we dive into the pivotal role of Volunteer Support Coordinators (VSCs) and their impact on addiction recovery communities. Hosted by Luke Frazier, the episode features three experienced VSCs—Kenzie Smith from North Carolina, Tammy Ginader from Florida, and Chris Gatewood from Virginia—as they share their journeys and insights into the SMART Recovery framework. Volunteer Support Coordinators are integral to the SMART Recovery model, serving as mentors and guides for meeting facilitators.
They create welcoming environments where local volunteers can build connections and thrive. Kenzie, Tammy, and Chris discuss their personal discovery of SMART Recovery and what motivated them to take on the role of VSCs. They emphasize the importance of mentorship in recovery, providing practical guidance and support to facilitators. A significant theme throughout the conversation is overcoming barriers in recovery, such as transportation, which can hinder access to treatment and support.
The VSCs highlight strategies to tackle these challenges and enhance community engagement. They also talk about the streamlined training processes that have been well-received by participants, fostering growth and development within the recovery community. The discussion touches on future aspirations, including expanding leadership roles and increasing the number of volunteer coordinators to share the workload. The guests express their excitement about fostering growth in local connections and leadership, with examples of enthusiastic coordinators making strides in their areas.
Overall, the episode paints a hopeful and supportive picture of SMART Recovery's community-driven approach, encouraging listeners to consider volunteering and contributing to this impactful movement. As Luke Frazier concludes, the positive representation of SMART Recovery by dedicated volunteers like Kenzie, Tammy, and Chris is truly inspiring. For those interested in learning more or becoming involved, the SMART Recovery National Office is a valuable resource, offering tools, meetings, and additional support for addiction recovery.