In this week's conversation, Samantha Tackitt, a peer recovery coach, shares her journey to recovery and the challenges she faces in her role. She discusses the importance of engaging peers and the lack of resources in rural communities. Samantha also highlights the difficulty of maintaining boundaries and the need for self-care in her work.

Links: https://hub.c-who.org/life-support

https://www.familyservicestreatment.com/

Host: Jen Clark and Brad Raburn

Guest: Samantha Tackitt

Music and Editing: Anthony Leon

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Join us in this insightful Life Support Podcast episode featuring Dr. Tom Young from Cornerstone Whole Health Care Organization. Discover the intersection of technology and care in behavioral health, the current gaps in substance use disorder care, and the pivotal role of primary care providers in mental health. Dive into the innovative solutions for overdose prevention and the potential of AI chatbots to enhance patient support. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation shaping the future of healthcare!

Host: Rachel Blanton, Elise Winbrock

Guest: Thomas Young

Music and Editing: Anthony Leon

Join us on the Life Support Podcast as we speak with Dr. Adam Dickey to explore the innovative solutions transforming mental health in Central Oregon! Discover how the Central Oregon Behavioral Health Consortium is reshaping mental health with groundbreaking strategies to address workforce shortages, dive into the unique mental health needs of Central Oregon, navigating rural spaces and limited resources, and explore the Consortium's impactful initiatives, quarterly training sessions, and their exciting plans for the future, including a PTSD-focused clinic and the dream of an APA-accredited psychology internship.

Links: https://hub.c-who.org/life-support

https://cobhc.org/

Host: Rachel Blanton, Elise Winbrock

Guest: Adam Dickey

Music and Editing: Anthony Leon