Certified alcohol and drug counselor and person in long-term recovery Chandler Picot joins host Greg Grogan to discuss substance misuse, recovery practices, peer support, and crisis response. Drawing on his own experience and work with people facing homelessness and re-entry after prison, Picot emphasizes connection, patience, and making help accessible to individuals and families.

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Thank you to Emma Johnson for joining T.O.C.'s podcast to share about a life changing incident that changed her life involving her husband, Matt Johnson. After a short three weeks of Emma and Matt tying the knot and getting married, he was involved in a violent use of force as a Police Officer. During the fight, Matt was struck in the head multiple times, which ended up leading to a traumatic brain injury, and ultimately led to suicidal ideations with a plan.

Thankfully, Matt did not complete the plan and had the support of Emma and fellow co-workers to fight through the PTSD, TBI, and suicidal ideations.

Emma and Matt founded Lion & Lamb Homestead LLC, which is focused on helping first responders after being injured on the job.

Check out their instagram to follow and support @Lionlamb_homesteadva.

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Thank for tuning in to this episode with Ray and Melissa from Fire Family Support (FFS) to discuss their impactful work supporting first responders and their families. FFS is dedicated to connecting and lifting each other up throughout this challenging and difficult career.

They share insights on their own couples therapy, resource accessibility for our first responder community, and the importance of community connection specifically on social media.

A huge shoutout to the both of them for continuing to be a great avenue for first responders and their loved ones to get whatever help they may need.

Follow FFS on Instagram @FireFamilySupport or email them at Info@firefamilysupport.com.

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