About this episode
John Bayles is the Program Director for the Recovery Resource Center, and he is in long-term recovery. John shares his story about finding purpose in his life, how his recovery overlaps with his work, and the important role of certified peer support specialist in all aspects of treatment and recovery.
John also shares about his work at the Recovery Resource Center. The Recovery Resource Center is a program provided through the Crisis Center. The Recovery Resource Center was established in 2017 as a response to rising overdose numbers in Jefferson County, Alabama. Today, the Recovery Resource Center provides ASAM assessments, linkage to resources, and connection for those through all steps of their treatment and recovery.
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