It’s Never Too Late: Hope, Help, and Healing for Older Adults in Recovery

In this episode of Pathways 2 Prevention, Terry Gerlach, Supervisor of Clinical Services at Hazelden Betty Ford in Naples, discusses recovery and mental health in older adults. She shares her inspiring career pivot, holistic approaches that address both substance use and mental health, and practical ways families and providers can foster hope and lasting recovery. Discover how shifting from shame to empowerment helps older adults “take their power back” and find renewed purpose at any stage of life.

By |2025-10-23T10:02:20-04:00October 23, 2025|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on It’s Never Too Late: Hope, Help, and Healing for Older Adults in Recovery
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Join Our PhotoVoice Project: Empowering Mothers

Welcome to the PhotoVoice Project, an empowering initiative for mothers and mothers-to-be in recovery from substance use in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties.

By |2025-04-23T10:06:14-04:00January 20, 2025|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Join Our PhotoVoice Project: Empowering Mothers
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Join Us for the 12th Annual National Prevention Summit!

This event promises to be an empowering gathering of professionals, advocates, and community members dedicated to addressing substance use and advancing prevention, recovery, and policy solutions.

By |2025-02-13T10:31:30-05:00January 16, 2025|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Join Us for the 12th Annual National Prevention Summit!
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Trauma and Addiction – A Global Perspective with Rocío Suárez Ordoñez

Welcome to the Pathways to Prevention Podcast, where we explore transformative ideas, innovative approaches, and inspiring stories in substance misuse prevention and recovery.

By |2024-12-05T12:58:47-05:00December 5, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Trauma and Addiction – A Global Perspective with Rocío Suárez Ordoñez
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Recovery Capital: A Framework for Rebuilding Lives After Prison

Reentering society after incarceration is tough, especially for those recovering from substance use disorders. Recovery Capital resources such as personal, social and cultural—can make a huge difference. By leveraging these, we help individuals reclaim their lives and build a brighter future.

By |2024-11-26T08:49:29-05:00November 26, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Recovery Capital: A Framework for Rebuilding Lives After Prison
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Prevention, Persistence, and the Power of Storytelling: Interviews from the NPN Conference

In this special episode of the Pathways 2 Podcast, recorded live at the National Prevention Network (NPN) Conference, we bring you two insightful conversations with leaders who are making a significant impact in the field of prevention.

By |2024-10-25T13:52:54-04:00September 10, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Prevention, Persistence, and the Power of Storytelling: Interviews from the NPN Conference
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International Cooperation in Drug Abuse Prevention: Lessons from Serbia

In this episode of the Pathways 2 Prevention podcast, we explore the critical role of international cooperation in drug abuse prevention with Branislava, a dedicated advocate from Serbia.

By |2024-07-11T08:53:15-04:00July 11, 2024|In The News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on International Cooperation in Drug Abuse Prevention: Lessons from Serbia
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Empowering Change: The Transformative Story of Boomer Rose

In this powerful episode of the "Pathways to Prevention" podcast, Dave welcomes Boomer Rose, a fervent advocate and inspiring figure in the realms of prevention and recovery.

By |2024-10-25T14:31:34-04:00May 2, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Empowering Change: The Transformative Story of Boomer Rose
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The Courage to Change: Tracey Ford’s Inspiring Path to Recovery

Tracey Ford shares her compelling journey from a challenging upbringing in Sheffield, UK, to her remarkable work in the recovery field.

By |2024-10-25T14:36:39-04:00April 4, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Courage to Change: Tracey Ford’s Inspiring Path to Recovery
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A Global Recovery Conversation: The Inclusive Recovery Cities Initiative

This initiative aims to foster communities where recovery from addiction is not only visible and celebrated but also integrated into the fabric of society, enhancing citizenship and mutual support.

By |2024-10-25T14:44:32-04:00March 6, 2024|Current Reseach, Uncategorized|Comments Off on A Global Recovery Conversation: The Inclusive Recovery Cities Initiative
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