Beyond Bars: Empowering Families to Navigate Addiction and the Correctional System with Nicole Schueppert

Thrive While Loving an Addict | Addiction | Sobriety | Recovery | Relapse

In this episode, the host KL Wells and guest, Nicole Schueppert, a probation officer with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, discuss the challenges families face when a loved one is arrested. Nicole shares insights from her ten years of experience, highlighting the evolving, compassionate approaches within the correctional system to support individuals with substance use disorders. They emphasize the importance of community resources, trauma-informed care, and proactive measures to address addiction. The conversation underscores the need for family involvement, self-care, and open communication, offering valuable guidance for families navigating the complexities of addiction and the correctional system.

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