Open Minds with Christopher Balkaran
#204: A Mother's Battle - Navigating the Opioid Crisis with Correne Antrobus
In this episode, I chat with Correne Antrobus, a dedicated advocate and member of Mom Stop the Harm, to explore the harrowing realities of the opioid crisis through her lived experience. Correne shares the personal journey of her daughter’s addiction, the challenges of seeking help, and the systemic gaps in addressing substance use. With raw honesty, she discusses the stigma surrounding addiction, the critical need for safe supply and housing, and the importance of community support. Correne's insights shed light on the human side of addiction, emphasizing the necessity of compassionate, non-judgmental approaches. This episode is a poignant reminder of the ongoing crisis and the urgent need for comprehensive, empathetic solutions. Tune in to hear a powerful story of resilience, hope, and the fight for a better future for those affected by addiction.
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Tune in to hear a powerful story of resilience, hope, and the fight for a better future for those affected by addiction.
The Battles We Pick - A podcast about advocacy and organizingChangemakers talk about how social and political change really happens.
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Visit my NEW Website! https://www.christopherbalkaran.com
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In this episode, I chat with Correne Antrobus, a dedicated advocate and member of Mom Stop the Harm, to explore the harrowing realities of the opioid crisis through her lived experience. Correne shares the personal journey of her daughter’s addiction, the challenges of seeking help, and the systemic gaps in addressing substance use. With raw honesty, she discusses the stigma surrounding addiction, the critical need for safe supply and housing, and the importance of community support. Correne's insights shed light on the human side of addiction, emphasizing the necessity of compassionate, non-judgmental approaches. This episode is a poignant reminder of the ongoing crisis and the urgent need for comprehensive, empathetic solutions. Tune in to hear a powerful story of resilience, hope, and the fight for a better future for those affected by addiction.
Links Mentioned:
Tune in to hear a powerful story of resilience, hope, and the fight for a better future for those affected by addiction.
The Battles We Pick - A podcast about advocacy and organizingChangemakers talk about how social and political change really happens.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Visit my NEW Website! https://www.christopherbalkaran.com
Check out my Instagram/Tik Tok for daily posts:
Instagram @openmindspod
Tiktok @openmindspodcast