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Personal Testimonies on Opioid Addiction Recovery

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Recovering from Addiction after Surviving a Drug Overdose

The grief and loss after Courtney’s miscarriage led to her substance use disorder. After surviving a drug overdose, she started her journey towards recovery.

My Journey to Recovery as a Veteran

Kimberly, a Navy veteran, found healing when she reconnected with her faith. Her family was her support system which gave her strength to persevere through the challenges of addiction recovery.

Spirituality + Support System = Recovery

Sorayda experienced alcohol and opioid use disorder at a young age. After joining Celebrate Recovery, she bloomed in recovery with the support of her sisters.

Break Free from Years of Addiction

She struggled with addiction since she was a teen. Her faith and family gave her strength to break free from addiction.

Overcoming Abuse and Opioid Addiction

An abusive relationship started a painful opioid addiction. Her children gave her courage to commit to healing.

Replacing Addiction with Love

After the birth of her second son, Yvette overcame opioid addiction and found healing.

Overcoming Trauma and Finding Strength to Fight

Her kids were removed from her care as a result of her substance use disorder and after receiving treatment and remaining sober she has been able to get her kids back.

Finding Healing Through Family

She originally hid her opioid use disorder from her family, fearing shame. When she was able to be truthful about her disorder she got the help she needed with the support of her family.

Ending the Cycle For a Better Future

She is in recovery from alcoholism and finding peace through recovery in hopes to reconnect with her children.

The Financial Impact of Opioid Use Disorder

She recovered from opioid use addiction by turning to faith and seeking help from a friend with a similar experience.

Bloom Resources for Women

Are you a sister seeking MAT (medication assisted treatment) in California and other opioid addiction treatment resources to start your Bloom journey?

Bloom Resources for Providers

Are you a service or prevention provider seeking resources about MAT in California and other opioid treatments to strengthen your support for Black women blooming?

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