In this powerful episode, we sit down with someone who’s been fighting a war on two fronts—navigating life without stable housing while also facing the grip of addiction. This honest, raw conversation highlights how deeply connected these two struggles often are, and the strength it takes to push forward through both.
We talk about the barriers to recovery, the stigma people face, and the importance of community, accountability, and consistency. Since the closure of our day center, we’ve seen firsthand how the lack of daily support can send people into a downward spiral. This episode puts a face and voice to that reality.
Listen in, learn, and lean into compassion.
Featuring local resources for support in Sheboygan
If you or someone you know needs help: 920-889-1549
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Uncovering the Secret to Homelessness
- (00:00:54) - Talking About Substance Abuse
- (00:01:46) - Interview
- (00:03:36) - Living On The Streets With Addiction
- (00:09:48) - A homeless man refuses to let me use the bathroom
- (00:14:36) - Homeless People Use Substances
- (00:18:45) - Living With Addiction:
- (00:20:27) - Getting help for your drug addiction
- (00:21:11) - Was there ever a time when you wanted help but
- (00:26:37) - "It's the Most Enjoyable Way to Die"
- (00:28:17) - What's one thing that
- (00:33:46) - Homeless People on the Road
- (00:39:47) - What's Helping You Get Back on Your Feet?
- (00:44:05) - Helping Others Get Back on Their Feet
- (00:45:50) - Addiction and homelessness in Sheboygan
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