Designing better systems of mental health and addictions care through lived experiences

When we talk about addictions and the complexities of homelessness and mental health, there is often a empty chair at the table - the person with lived experience. It has become increasingly clear that creating programs and systems of care with input from those with lived experiences often creates better outcomes. On this episode Janice Arnoldi, host of Life Unscripted on the Bell Media network, talks about her personal journey living with bipolar disorder (manic depression) and how it has informed her approach to mental health and addictions. Janice is a successful entrepreneur and mental health advocate in the Greater Toronto region.