https://turningpointrecoverycenter.org/enMental Health2026https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3d8380fafadb1f808db2e579204b94d8.jpghttps://turningpointrecoverycenter.org/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:23:18 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterTurning Point Recovery Centerturningpointpod@baystatecs.orgConversations on the multiple ways to recover from addiction with the members of Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, Massachusettsfalseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-4-is-a-wrap-lets-discuss--72896714
Jeff, Ryan, Rachel, and Jules are all here to recap a fantastic season 4.  We had some great guests and thoughtful dialogue. 

The hosts dive deep into their own recovery paths. The Good. The Bad. The Ugly.  Most of all, our hosts speak on how important support and connection are during the recovery journey.  

This is a must-listen!  Season 4 is a WRAP! See you next time.


For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
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Jeff, Ryan, Rachel, and Jules are all here to recap a fantastic season 4.  We had some great guests and thoughtful dialogue. 

The hosts dive deep into their own recovery paths. The Good. The Bad. The Ugly.  Most of all, our hosts speak on how important support and connection are during the recovery journey.  

This is a must-listen!  Season 4 is a WRAP! See you next time.


For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>2040aa,addiction,adult,child,connection,family,health,help,medical,meeting,mental,na,parent,podcast,point,recovery,reflection,self,society,solutionfalse48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/loved-ones-in-recovery-with-dr-neal--72820214
Rachel & Jules are joined by Dr. Neal: An MD and a parent to someone in recovery.  This is an interesting perspective and one you won't want to miss!

What is Turning Point Recovery Center?
Turning Point Recover Center is a peer-run center that is open daily, welcoming folks on all recovery paths, and we hold all kinds of sober social events throughout the year.

What is Al-anon?
Al-Anon Family Groups (Al-Anon), 12-step mutual-help groups for families and friends of problem-drinking individuals, offer help to deal with the impact of another's drinking.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72820214Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:52:54 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome Back, Navigators! Rachel & Jules are joined by Dr. Neal: An MD and a parent to someone in recovery.  This is an interesting perspective and one you won't want to miss! What is Turning Point Recovery Center? Turning Point Recover Center...
Rachel & Jules are joined by Dr. Neal: An MD and a parent to someone in recovery.  This is an interesting perspective and one you won't want to miss!

What is Turning Point Recovery Center?
Turning Point Recover Center is a peer-run center that is open daily, welcoming folks on all recovery paths, and we hold all kinds of sober social events throughout the year.

What is Al-anon?
Al-Anon Family Groups (Al-Anon), 12-step mutual-help groups for families and friends of problem-drinking individuals, offer help to deal with the impact of another's drinking.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>1925aa,addiction,adult,al,anon,child,connection,family,health,help,medical,meeting,mental,na,parent,recovery,reflection,self,solution,wellnessfalse47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fitness-in-recovery-with-the-boston-bulldogs--72584729
Ours hosts, Jeff and Ryan get right into it.  This episode is all about Fitness in Recovery.  We are joined by Kevin and Rob of the Boston Bulldogs. 

The Boston Bulldogs Running Club is an innovative peer-to-peer collective of recovering drug and alcohol abusers and their allies, who use the fellowship of the road to provide support and solidarity to others like themselves.

Boston Bulldogs - https://bostonbulldogsrunning.org/

This podcast is sponsored by Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA. We’re a peer-run center that is open daily. We welcome folks in all points of their recovery journey. We host all kinds of sober social events throughout the year.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72584729Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:10:11 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome Back, Navigators!  Ours hosts, Jeff and Ryan get right into it.  This episode is all about Fitness in Recovery.  We are joined by Kevin and Rob of the Boston Bulldogs.  The Boston Bulldogs Running Club is an innovative peer-to-peer...
Ours hosts, Jeff and Ryan get right into it.  This episode is all about Fitness in Recovery.  We are joined by Kevin and Rob of the Boston Bulldogs. 

The Boston Bulldogs Running Club is an innovative peer-to-peer collective of recovering drug and alcohol abusers and their allies, who use the fellowship of the road to provide support and solidarity to others like themselves.

Boston Bulldogs - https://bostonbulldogsrunning.org/

This podcast is sponsored by Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA. We’re a peer-run center that is open daily. We welcome folks in all points of their recovery journey. We host all kinds of sober social events throughout the year.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>4603aa,addiction,boston,bulldogs,club,connection,family,fitness,health,help,massachusetts,meetings,mental,na,point,recovery,reflection,self,solutions,wellnessfalse46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovery-mentoring-teaching-recovery-and-peer-volunteering-with-dan--72480493
Today's guest is Dan.  Dan works on the staff here at Turning Point Recovery Center. He is a Recovery Teacher, Recovery Mentor, and Peer Volunteer. 

This is a great episode with personal experiences being shared by the hosts and our guest. We hope this resonates with folks who are just getting started and the folks who have been around for a little while.

What is Turning Point Recovery Center?
Turning Point Recover Center is a peer-run center that is open daily, welcoming folks on all recovery paths, and we hold all kinds of sober social events throughout the year. 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72480493Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:27:09 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome back, Navigators! Today's guest is Dan.  Dan works on the staff here at Turning Point Recovery Center. He is a Recovery Teacher, Recovery Mentor, and Peer Volunteer.  This is a great episode with personal experiences being shared by the...
Today's guest is Dan.  Dan works on the staff here at Turning Point Recovery Center. He is a Recovery Teacher, Recovery Mentor, and Peer Volunteer. 

This is a great episode with personal experiences being shared by the hosts and our guest. We hope this resonates with folks who are just getting started and the folks who have been around for a little while.

What is Turning Point Recovery Center?
Turning Point Recover Center is a peer-run center that is open daily, welcoming folks on all recovery paths, and we hold all kinds of sober social events throughout the year. 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>4527aa,addiction,coda,connection,culture,family,health,help,meetings,mental,na,podcast,point,recovery,reflection,self,society,solutions,turning,wellnessfalse45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/helping-others-in-alcoholics-anonymous-aa--72347654
In today's epsiode, our hosts get in on the conversation with their experiences.  We speak with today's guest, Issac, who shares his own personal experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous aka AA.

Helping others in AA is invaulable.  We hope this episode resonates with folks who are just getting started (newcomers) or to the folks who have been around for a little while (old timers).

We're all in this together!  Never hesitate to reach out to others in the program - it'll help everyone involved.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72347654Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:30:39 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome Back Navigators!  In today's epsiode, our hosts get in on the conversation with their experiences.  We speak with today's guest, Issac, who shares his own personal experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous aka AA. Helping others in AA is...
In today's epsiode, our hosts get in on the conversation with their experiences.  We speak with today's guest, Issac, who shares his own personal experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous aka AA.

Helping others in AA is invaulable.  We hope this episode resonates with folks who are just getting started (newcomers) or to the folks who have been around for a little while (old timers).

We're all in this together!  Never hesitate to reach out to others in the program - it'll help everyone involved.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>3945aa,al-anon,alcoholics,anonymous,connection,culture,family,growth,help,meetings,mental,na,others,recovery,reflection,self,society,solutions,support,wellnessfalse44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovery-from-kratom--72216482
Jeff & Ryan speak with Mike & Tony, both in recovery from Kratom.  Our guests share their personal experiences with Kratom, recovery, and more! 

What is Kratom?
Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, whose leaves are used for their psychoactive properties and can be consumed in various forms, such as tea or capsules. It is often used to self-treat conditions like pain and anxiety, but its safety and efficacy are unclear, and it has potential for dependence and addiction.

What is Cross-Addiction? 
Cross addiction is when a person develops a new addiction after recovering from a previous one, often substituting one harmful substance or behavior for another.

You can reach us on the podcast at Turningpointpod@baystatecs.org. We’d love to hear your ideas for future podcast conversations!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72216482Thu, 28 May 2026 22:49:30 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome Back, Navigators! Jeff & Ryan speak with Mike & Tony, both in recovery from Kratom.  Our guests share their personal experiences with Kratom, recovery, and more!  What is Kratom? Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia,...
Jeff & Ryan speak with Mike & Tony, both in recovery from Kratom.  Our guests share their personal experiences with Kratom, recovery, and more! 

What is Kratom?
Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, whose leaves are used for their psychoactive properties and can be consumed in various forms, such as tea or capsules. It is often used to self-treat conditions like pain and anxiety, but its safety and efficacy are unclear, and it has potential for dependence and addiction.

What is Cross-Addiction? 
Cross addiction is when a person develops a new addiction after recovering from a previous one, often substituting one harmful substance or behavior for another.

You can reach us on the podcast at Turningpointpod@baystatecs.org. We’d love to hear your ideas for future podcast conversations!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>3547aa,addiction,coda,community,connect,culture,family,growth,health,kratom,meeting,mental,point,recovery,reflection,self,society,support,turning,wellnessfalse43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reiki-in-recovery--72071645
This episode is all about Reiki in Recovery. We hope this resonates with folks who are just getting started or to the folks who have been around for a little while.

Our guest for this episode is Mari - a Reiki guru! 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071645Tue, 19 May 2026 16:59:05 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterHello Navigators! This episode is all about Reiki in Recovery. We hope this resonates with folks who are just getting started or to the folks who have been around for a little while. Our guest for this episode is Mari - a Reiki guru! 
This episode is all about Reiki in Recovery. We hope this resonates with folks who are just getting started or to the folks who have been around for a little while.

Our guest for this episode is Mari - a Reiki guru! 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>1997aa,addiction,alternative,connection,culture,family,healing,health,help,meetings,mental,na,podcast,recovery,reflection,reiki,self,society,solutions,wellnessfalse42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-a-good-friend-to-someone-in-recovery--71978723
On today's episode, Jeff and Ryan discuss how being a good friend and ally to someone in recovery is so important.  Today's supporing guest is Jeff's best friend Jeremy - who has helped Jeff as an ally in Jeff's personal recovery process.  We hear how someone like Jeremy, who isn't in recovery, has been able to be such a strong supporting friend. 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71978723Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterHello Navigators! On today's episode, Jeff and Ryan discuss how being a good friend and ally to someone in recovery is so important.  Today's supporing guest is Jeff's best friend Jeremy - who has helped Jeff as an ally in Jeff's personal recovery...
On today's episode, Jeff and Ryan discuss how being a good friend and ally to someone in recovery is so important.  Today's supporing guest is Jeff's best friend Jeremy - who has helped Jeff as an ally in Jeff's personal recovery process.  We hear how someone like Jeremy, who isn't in recovery, has been able to be such a strong supporting friend. 

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>4180aa,addiction,connection,family,help,meetings,mentalhealth,na,physicalhealth,recovery,relationships,selfhelp,society,solutions,struggles,substances,support,wellnessfalse41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-matters--69187385
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69187385Tue, 23 Dec 2025 23:01:10 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterJeff and Jason speak about how they had to balance their life with children and family in recovery. They also speak about their struggles and finding support from other families in recovery as well. Finding a higher power helped them stay plugged in...
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>3203addiction,connection,family,mentalhealth,physicalhealth,recovery,struggles,substances,support,wellnessfalse38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physical-and-mental-health-with-emily--69124285
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69124285Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:43:27 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterEmily speaks about her childhood and her work life. She also speaks about how important it is to stay fit and excercise for your health. Excersing is great not only for your physical health but for your mental health as well. Finding out what works...
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>5455addiction,childhood,fitness,mentalhealth,physicalhealth,recovery,stress,worklifefalse37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovery-parent-mike--68887560
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68887560Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:00:44 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterMike speaks about being in long term recovery with substance use. He shares his story about his childhood and how he navigates being a parent in recovery. 
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>5329addiction,childhood,parent,recovery,soberfalse36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tommy-fun-events-and-his-story-with-addiction--68886714
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68886714Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:30:11 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterTommy discusses his struggles with addiction to drugs and alcohol. He shares the highs and lows through his childhood and adulthood and how he handles the holidays while being in recovery.
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>5614addiction,holidays,mentalhealth,recoveryfalse35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jerry-speaking-about-recovery-and-addiction--68660165
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68660165Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:53:06 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterThis episode is about Jerry who is in long term recovery from addiction. Jerry talks about his journey through recovery and the struggles he went through to get into recovery. Jerry speaks about how this disease impacted his life.
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>5080addiction,disease,family,recoveryfalse34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/helping-others-with-brittany--66632505
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66632505Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:51:54 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterThis week, Jason and Jeff are joined by a fellow Turning Point Navigator, Brittany, for a powerful conversation centered on helping others. With 10 years of recovery experience, Brittany shares her inspiring journey, which began in the 12-step AA...
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>2686addiction,health,peer,recovery,wellnessfalse33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nice-guy-joe--66632401
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66632401Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:44:03 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterJoin Jason and Jeff as they welcome a very special guest, "Nice Guy Joe," who was not only Jason's sponsor but has become a cherished friend and family member. In this episode, Joe shares his entire powerful story of recovery through the 12-step...
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>5007addiction,health,peer,recovery,wellnessfalse32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rebuilding--66410005
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66410005Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:37:11 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterWelcome to Season 3 of "Navigating Your Turning Point," the podcast where we explore the many pathways to recovery. Join our hosts, Jason and Jeff, as they kick off this season with a focus on "Rebuilding" and share their own powerful stories. This...
For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>4020addiction,health,peer,recovery,wellnessfalse31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-join-a-sober-softball-league--58674728
So, at the peer-led Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA, we set up a summer softball team!

Every Sunday, dozens of members of TPRC in Walpole get together to play other amateur teams from local recovery centers. Some come to watch and cheer on their friends, and some families bring their kids along, allowing for deeper conversations at home about addiction and recovery.

This episode, host Brit Smith goes out on the field to chat with members who take part in the recovery center's softball co-ed league each year.

Hear from the athletes, their families, and their cheerleaders in the stands about how participating in team sports helps them to stay sober.

Learn more at turningpointrecoverycenter.org

Find your local free Massachusetts recovery center at www.mass.gov/info-details/peer-recovery-support-centers

Subscribe to this show and send it to a friend! You never know who it might help!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58674728Tue, 13 Feb 2024 16:08:32 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterFrom parents to retirees to college students, team sports has been proven to help people in addiction recovery stay sober, get healthier, and connect with their community in a meaningful way. So, at the peer-led Turning Point Recovery Center in...
So, at the peer-led Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA, we set up a summer softball team!

Every Sunday, dozens of members of TPRC in Walpole get together to play other amateur teams from local recovery centers. Some come to watch and cheer on their friends, and some families bring their kids along, allowing for deeper conversations at home about addiction and recovery.

This episode, host Brit Smith goes out on the field to chat with members who take part in the recovery center's softball co-ed league each year.

Hear from the athletes, their families, and their cheerleaders in the stands about how participating in team sports helps them to stay sober.

Learn more at turningpointrecoverycenter.org

Find your local free Massachusetts recovery center at www.mass.gov/info-details/peer-recovery-support-centers

Subscribe to this show and send it to a friend! You never know who it might help!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>1386addict,addiction,center,families,family,free,fun,kids,league,local,massachusetts,recover,recovery,softball,sport,sports,summer,sunday,team,walpolefalse22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-community-and-parenting-in-recovery--58410984
- Being parents and parents-to-be in addiction recovery (Jeff has twins, Jules is expecting, and Brit is doing IVF!)
- Handling career and relationship changes when starting a recovery journey (John and Jeanette have some real stories to share!)
- And building community in alternative spaces to bars and pubs (mocktails and darts anyone?!)


Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA is one of dozens of state-funded peer-lead addiction recovery centers across the state of Massachusetts. At Turning Point, we believe there is no wrong way to recover. This show is run by a few volunteer peers, all of whom are in recovery, and are members of TPRC, where we attend weekly meetings and events. We hope this podcast inspires you to connect with your own local recovery center to find support on your journey.

We’ll be back every couple of weeks to chat about life in addiction recovery, and what it’s like to be a peer member at Turning Point recovery center in Walpole, Mass.


Find out more at turningpointrecoverycenter.org


Find your local free recovery center at www.mass.gov/info-details/peer-recovery-support-centers


Subscribe to this show and send it to a friend! You never know who it might help!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58410984Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:06:01 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterThis episode, joing the Turning Point Podcast Team -- Jeff, John, Brit, Janette and Jules -- for a kick-back chat about: - Being parents and parents-to-be in addiction recovery (Jeff has twins, Jules is expecting, and Brit is doing IVF!) - Handling...
- Being parents and parents-to-be in addiction recovery (Jeff has twins, Jules is expecting, and Brit is doing IVF!)
- Handling career and relationship changes when starting a recovery journey (John and Jeanette have some real stories to share!)
- And building community in alternative spaces to bars and pubs (mocktails and darts anyone?!)


Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA is one of dozens of state-funded peer-lead addiction recovery centers across the state of Massachusetts. At Turning Point, we believe there is no wrong way to recover. This show is run by a few volunteer peers, all of whom are in recovery, and are members of TPRC, where we attend weekly meetings and events. We hope this podcast inspires you to connect with your own local recovery center to find support on your journey.

We’ll be back every couple of weeks to chat about life in addiction recovery, and what it’s like to be a peer member at Turning Point recovery center in Walpole, Mass.


Find out more at turningpointrecoverycenter.org


Find your local free recovery center at www.mass.gov/info-details/peer-recovery-support-centers


Subscribe to this show and send it to a friend! You never know who it might help!

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

We value your feedback! 
To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>2579aa,addict,addiction,alcohol,alcoholic,community,disease,drug,drugs,help,massachusetts,na,narcotics,parent,parents,point,recover,recovery,turning,walpolefalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovery-is-an-evolution--54009407
The hosts ask Cory about his own recovery journey, and the development of his faith in recovery.

They also cover why Cory chose his career path to help others in recovery, the sorts of issues he faces working at Turning Point, and the kind of help that is on offer at the non-profit.

Thanks to all our guests for our first season of the podcast! We'll be back in the fall with season 2, and keep an ear out for our Juneteenth special episode in the summer too.

Find out more at TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org and join in our live and virtual recovery events and meeting throughout the year.

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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To email the show directly, send to: TurningPointPod@baystatecs.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54009407Fri, 26 May 2023 17:43:22 +0000Turning Point Recovery CenterTo close out season one, hosts John and Jeff welcome Cory O'Brien, Program Director at Turning Point Recovery Center in Walpole, MA to talk about what it takes to stay on your path to recovery. The hosts ask Cory about his own recovery journey, and...
The hosts ask Cory about his own recovery journey, and the development of his faith in recovery.

They also cover why Cory chose his career path to help others in recovery, the sorts of issues he faces working at Turning Point, and the kind of help that is on offer at the non-profit.

Thanks to all our guests for our first season of the podcast! We'll be back in the fall with season 2, and keep an ear out for our Juneteenth special episode in the summer too.

Find out more at TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org and join in our live and virtual recovery events and meeting throughout the year.

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Elizabeth is the Manager of Substance Use Services at HRiA, and she has over 15 years of experience working in community-based public health programs focused on youth development, domestic and sexual violence prevention, and substance abuse prevention. Elizabeth tells her own story of recovery and discusses what kind of help callers can get from the helpline.

Dallas is a Screening & Information Specialist at HRiA and a certified recovery coach, he has completed a Black Addiction Counselor Education program and is actively involved in his community of Springfield, MA. Dallas opens up about his own recovery story, and covers what callers can expect to talk about and be asked when they call the HRiA number (1-800-327-5050) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Find out more at www.helplineMA.org

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Elizabeth is the Manager of Substance Use Services at HRiA, and she has over 15 years of experience working in community-based public health programs focused on youth development, domestic and sexual violence prevention, and substance abuse prevention. Elizabeth tells her own story of recovery and discusses what kind of help callers can get from the helpline.

Dallas is a Screening & Information Specialist at HRiA and a certified recovery coach, he has completed a Black Addiction Counselor Education program and is actively involved in his community of Springfield, MA. Dallas opens up about his own recovery story, and covers what callers can expect to talk about and be asked when they call the HRiA number (1-800-327-5050) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Find out more at www.helplineMA.org

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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Robin tells us how she talks to her teenager and other family members about being in recovery. She also covers how she finds harm reduction techniques to be a useful recovery tool, and what she does in her mentoring and coaching sessions with others in recovery.

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Robin tells us how she talks to her teenager and other family members about being in recovery. She also covers how she finds harm reduction techniques to be a useful recovery tool, and what she does in her mentoring and coaching sessions with others in recovery.

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Nico and Noel discuss their personal addiction stories, their connection with the Latinx community, their work with MOAR, and how MOAR partners with Turning Point to support other peers in recovery around the greater Boston area.

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Nico and Noel discuss their personal addiction stories, their connection with the Latinx community, their work with MOAR, and how MOAR partners with Turning Point to support other peers in recovery around the greater Boston area.

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They discuss the difference between a 'slip' and relapsing, the concept of relapse as part of the recovery journey, and how to make mental plans for events and times when relapse is possible.

They also talk about their own relapse stories, and how they dealt with getting back on the wagon.

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They discuss the difference between a 'slip' and relapsing, the concept of relapse as part of the recovery journey, and how to make mental plans for events and times when relapse is possible.

They also talk about their own relapse stories, and how they dealt with getting back on the wagon.

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John, Brit and Scott talk about what it means to be 'Cali sober;' using cannabis and CBD to stay away from more detrimental substances. they also cover how to use harm reduction tequniques to ween off drugs and alcohol, and how to use meditation and community support to get through recovery.

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John, Brit and Scott talk about what it means to be 'Cali sober;' using cannabis and CBD to stay away from more detrimental substances. they also cover how to use harm reduction tequniques to ween off drugs and alcohol, and how to use meditation and community support to get through recovery.

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John, Jeff and Jules talk about the run up to the holiday season, and how to stay sober during Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and other winter holidays. They also discuss making sobriety plans, staying connected with support systems, taking walks, and other ways to avoid relapse.

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John, Jeff and Jules talk about the run up to the holiday season, and how to stay sober during Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and other winter holidays. They also discuss making sobriety plans, staying connected with support systems, taking walks, and other ways to avoid relapse.

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For our first episode, hosts John and Jeff welcome Gerard Touchette, Turning Point's Peer, Engagement and Resource Coordinator in Walpole, Massachusetts.

The hosts get to know Gerard and his addiction recovery story, talk about what inspires him during tough times, and how Turning Point includes supports for anyone dealing with addiction recovery issues.

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For our first episode, hosts John and Jeff welcome Gerard Touchette, Turning Point's Peer, Engagement and Resource Coordinator in Walpole, Massachusetts.

The hosts get to know Gerard and his addiction recovery story, talk about what inspires him during tough times, and how Turning Point includes supports for anyone dealing with addiction recovery issues.

Find out more at TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

For more information or to contact a recovery specalist, visit us online @ TurningPointRecoveryCenter.org

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