31 episodes

When we’re better listeners, we can get people the care they really need. Join us for a conversation around health, well-being and the many ways people across Central Indiana are offering a helping hand.

Tell Us Where It Hurts Community Health Network

    • Society & Culture

When we’re better listeners, we can get people the care they really need. Join us for a conversation around health, well-being and the many ways people across Central Indiana are offering a helping hand.

    What We Can Do: Ending the Stigma

    What We Can Do: Ending the Stigma

    The opioid epidemic touches the lives of millions on a daily basis, so what can we as a society do to break the stigma, help our loved ones, and educate one another on such a prominent and impactful crisis? We are joined by Mindy Miller, Community Fairbanks Recovery Center’s Outpatient Manager, as she shares her expertise, insight, and advice. Plus, we hear the final advice from Kelly as he continues his long-term recovery journey.

    • 21 min
    Where Are You Now: Present Day Life

    Where Are You Now: Present Day Life

    From moving away from Terre Haute, Indiana to committing to long-term recovery, Kelly has made strides toward long-term recovery. After hearing about the trials and turmoil — as well as some triumphs — of Kelly’s past, we finally hear what his current, everyday life looks like. Let’s see how he’s doing now.

    • 19 min
    Road to Recovery: The Healing Process

    Road to Recovery: The Healing Process

    The road to recovery is not linear. For many of those who struggle with substance misuse, it takes multiple attempts at rehabilitation before recovery becomes possible. In this episode, Kelly speaks on Sober Living, what made this attempt at recovery different, and what progress looks like. We even hear from his mentor, Brent Shopp, who has battled his own substance misuse.

    • 23 min
    Rock Bottom: The Darkest Days

    Rock Bottom: The Darkest Days

    The road to recovery isn’t linear, and it can take enduring dark experiences to encourage people to seek help. These moments are what most people call “rock bottom.” In this episode, we’ll hear about the pivotal moments that pushed Kelly toward long-term recovery. And what rock bottom looked like for him.

    • 21 min
    Law Enforcement: The Price

    Law Enforcement: The Price

    In the U.S., 1 of every 5 incarcerated people is serving time for drug-related offenses. And these offenses — like in Kelly’s case — are often not a one-time occurrence. We’ll take a look at Kelly’s personal experiences. Then, we’ll hear about incarceration from a professional lens with Joe Pilotte, a probation officer with the Vigo County Superior Court Adult Probation Department in Terre Haute, Indiana.

    • 22 min
    Old Friends: Cutting Ties and Keeping Bonds

    Old Friends: Cutting Ties and Keeping Bonds

    Kelly’s story continues as he dives into what his closest relationships looked like. He shares the reality of how drug misuse impacted those he loved most — from bonds he had with his parents, to those with his kids, and his best friends. We’ll even hear from Kelly’s closest friend, Tony, as he shares his perception of his friendship with Kelly.

    • 26 min

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