17|When Lived Experience Meets Medicine: Peer Support on the Front Lines of Addiction

In this powerful episode of Recovery on Rucker, Jack sits down with fellow Peer Support Specialist Chance to explore how lived experience bridges the gap between medical professionals and patients battling addiction. They discuss the unique role peer support plays in hospital settings—offering compassion, clarity, and connection when it's needed most. From translating medical advice into relatable language to helping patients feel seen and understood, peer supporters bring hope and healing to the front lines of addiction recovery. Tune in to hear real stories from inside the hospital walls and discover why peer support is becoming an essential part of the recovery journey. Snohomish County Recovery Coalition