Podathon For Recovery: What Is Rage Against Addiction

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In this kickoff to the 12 Days of Hope Podathon, Rich Bennett sits down with Wendy Beck, founder and executive director of Rage Against Addiction. Wendy shares the deeply personal story behind starting the nonprofit and how it now operates three sober-living homes for women, providing safe housing, structure, and long-term recovery support. This episode highlights the real challenges, victories, and why community support is critical in breaking the cycle of addiction. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio: Wendy Beck is the founder and executive director of Rage Against Addiction, a nonprofit based in Maryland dedicated to supporting women in recovery. Born out of personal tragedy, Rage Against Addiction has grown to operate three sober-living homes serving 25 women, offering a structured program with peer support, wellness workshops, and long-term housing solutions. Wendy’s work continues to bring hope and healing to families and communities affected by addiction. Main Topics: · Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction· The personal story behind Rage Against Addiction. · From fundraising to running three women’s sober-living homes. · Structure of the program: intake, 30-day blackout, jobs, meetings, sponsors. · Why safe housing is the cornerstone of recovery. · New peer recovery specialist role and wellness workshops. · Community perceptions of recovery homes vs. reality. · The importance of recurring donations and monthly donor support. Resources mentioned: · Donate to Rage Against Addiction · Eight Dimensions of Wellness workshops — resume writing, mental health, and more. · County grant — enabling a certified peer recovery specialist.· Monthly Donor Program Appeal for Rage Against Addiction --- Wendy and Rich explain how recurring gifts help meet urgent needs like mattresses, food, and utilities, while giving donors access to newsletters and event updates.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Rage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

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