Creating Inclusive Recovery: Support for LGBTQ+

Can small changes make a big difference in someone's recovery journey? Laura Combs, the Executive Director at New Choices Recovery Center, believes so. Join us for a candid conversation about creating inclusive addiction services during Pride Month. Laura shares the essential steps her team is taking to ensure LGBTQ+ clients feel recognized and respected, from using preferred names and pronouns to thoughtful accommodations like gender-neutral restrooms. Her insights highlight the importance of sensitivity and adaptability in fostering a supportive space for everyone seeking help.In this episode, Laura recounts how New Choices Recovery Center navigated differing staff opinions to uphold inclusivity, even consulting with the Pride community to refine their approach. She discusses the practicalities of allowing individuals to write their chosen names on group lists and how simple changes can significantly impact someone's comfort and willingness to seek treatment. Tune in to learn how New Choices Recovery Center is paving the way for more equitable addiction services and get inspired to implement these inclusive practices in your own community or organization.