Families and loved ones across the country are taking part in the growing Black Balloon movement which memorializes lives lost to addiction.
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Family Creates Christmas Light Show To Highlight Addiction Struggle
A Maryland couple have dedicated their massive Christmas light show to their daughter who is battling opioid addiction. In 2015, Jim Kurtz created a spectacular Christmas light show dedicated to the addiction recovery of his daughter, Caroline, and to those everywhere struggling with addiction. The light show was not only visually captivating but also synchronized… Continue reading Family Creates Christmas Light Show To Highlight Addiction Struggle
Tackling Addiction In The Orthodox Jewish Community
“It went from everything being hush-hush under the carpet to people finally saying, ‘This is real. Let’s get people the help that they need,’” said one rabbi. A few brave individuals are breaking down the taboo of substance use disorder in the famously insular Orthodox Jewish community. Rabbi Zvi Gluck is at the forefront of… Continue reading Tackling Addiction In The Orthodox Jewish Community
"Vikings" Actor Alexander Ludwig Opens Up About Addiction Struggle
“I’ve struggled with addiction for a long part of my life and I went to rehab at one point, came out, and it was the greatest thing I ever did in my life.” While promoting the History Channel series Vikings at Comic-Con 2018, Canadian actor Alexander Ludwig addressed his recovery in a candid interview. Ludwig,… Continue reading "Vikings" Actor Alexander Ludwig Opens Up About Addiction Struggle
