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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 35 MIN

"Does Rehab Really Work" with Jim Savage

from Avoiding the Addiction Affliction

Rehab is a word used to describe everything from a short detox to a long residential stay. Jim Savage discusses what constitutes rehab and what makes for a successful program. Jim is the owner of Rehab Works! Family Support Program and Jim Savage Consulting. He is the author of "Rehab Works! A Parent's Guide to Drug Treatment" and a new ebook, "Sobriety Doesn't Have To Suck: A Guide To Finding Happiness, Excitement, And Spiritual Fulfillment In Recovery." Jim has been helping individuals and families in recovery for over three decades. Jim's contact information, video series, trainings, and other works can be accessed at Jim Savage, LCDC. The State of Wisconsin's Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin. More information about the federal response to the ongoing opiate crisis can be found at One Pill Can Kill. The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host or Westwords Consulting. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

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