"It really takes a village to recover and having somebody that really understands what your goals are and checks in with you and helps you meet them is we find to be particularly supportive and leads to good outcomes in people's personal recovery." - Chris G

Title: True Colors of Recovery: Finding Your Tribe in the LGBTQ+ Community with Chris G
Presenters:

Julie L: Co-host
Peter B: Co-host
Chris G: Guest from True Colors Recovery

Length: 31 minutes
Key Points:
Introduction to True Colors Recovery:

True Colors Recovery supports the LGBTQ+ community through peer mentorship programs and engaging events.
The organization offers a safe and vibrant space for recovery.

Chris G's Journey:

Chris G shares his personal recovery journey, including his experiences with various treatment programs and how he found his place at True Colors.
He discusses his role as a Recovery Support Service Coordinator (RSSC) and his path to becoming a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM).

True Colors Recovery Services:

Peer mentorship programs that help individuals with various aspects of recovery, including finding housing, healthcare, and employment support.
Over 20 different recovery meetings per week, including AA, NA, Marijuana Anonymous, Pagan 12-step recovery, Recovery Dharma, and harm reduction meetings.

Community and Events:

True Colors hosts various events, such as drag shows and dances, to foster community and connection.
The importance of finding a supportive community or "tribe" in the recovery process.

Dual Diagnosis and Meditation Meetings:

True Colors offers a dual diagnosis meeting for individuals dealing with both addiction and mental health issues.
They also host a meditation meeting called 1111, based on the 11th step of AA (prayer and meditation).

Accessibility and Support:

True Colors aims to make recovery more accessible through various programs and services.
The organization provides a supportive environment where individuals can feel safe and understood.

Summary:
In this heartfelt episode of the Real Recovery Podcast, hosts Emily, Julie, and Peter are joined by Chris G from True Colors Recovery. Chris shares his inspiring journey to sobriety and his role at True Colors, a recovery center dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The discussion highlights the various services offered by True Colors, including peer mentorship, a wide range of recovery meetings, and community events. Chris emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community and how True Colors helps individuals navigate their recovery journey. The episode also touches on the significance of dual diagnosis meetings and meditation in the recovery process.
Conclusion:
The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of community and connection in recovery. True Colors Recovery provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to find their path to sobriety. The hosts encourage listeners to reach out to True Colors for support and to explore the various resources available to aid in their recovery journey. For more information, listeners are directed to visit the True Colors website or contact their front desk for assistance.
Additional Resources:

True Colors Recovery Website: True Colors Recovery
Recovery Crisis Line: 503-223-8569 (Available 24/7)
Real Recovery Podcast Website: Real Recovery Podcast

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