RRP 30: Transforming Oregon’s Addiction Crisis—Mike Marshall on Recovery Advocacy, Policy Change, and Building Stronger Communities

20/09/2024 1h 6min Temporada 1 Episodio 30

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Title: RRP 30: Transforming Oregon’s Addiction Crisis—Mike Marshall on Recovery Advocacy, Policy Change, and Building Stronger CommunitiesPresenters: Peter B., Julie L., Mike MarshallLength: 1 hour, 6 minutes
Links to Websites:

Oregon Recovers
Walk for Recovery
Recovery Network of Oregon
Real Recovery Podcast

Key Points:

[00:00] Introduction to Mike Marshall and Oregon Recovers
[00:03] Mike’s personal recovery journey and background
[00:10] The founding of Oregon Recovers and its mission
[00:18] Addressing the addiction crisis in Oregon: Statistics and challenges
[00:27] Importance of community organizing and advocacy
[00:36] Recovery housing and its role in long-term recovery
[00:44] Preventing addiction through awareness and cultural change
[00:51] Role of mental health in addiction recovery
[01:00] Call to action: Walk for Recovery and building a stronger recovery community

Summary:In this episode, Mike Marshall, Executive Director of Oregon Recovers, joins Peter B. and Julie L. to share his powerful recovery story and discuss Oregon’s ongoing struggle with addiction. Mike explains how Oregon Recovers is advocating for better access to treatment and transforming the state's approach to addiction. The conversation covers the vital role of community organizing, recovery housing, and the need for cultural change to reduce addiction rates. Mike also highlights how collective efforts like the Walk for Recovery are making an impact.
Portland Walk for Recovery 2024:Join the upcoming Portland Walk for Recovery 2024 on Saturday, September 28th, 2024, from 10:00am - 2:00pm at Pioneer Courthouse Square - Portland, OR. This event will bring together individuals in recovery, their families, and friends to celebrate recovery and raise awareness for addiction advocacy. Register for the walk at the Walk for Recovery page.
Conclusion:This episode with Mike Marshall serves as a call to action for those in and out of the recovery community. By advocating for policy change and fostering community, Mike emphasizes that recovery is not just an individual journey but a collective responsibility. He encourages listeners to participate in initiatives like the Walk for Recovery and to stay engaged in creating a healthier Oregon.
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