C4 Recovery Solutions Podcast

In this episode, Rania Aljawi talks about a unique holistic treatment program which supports people with substance use disorders in Palestine in the face of relentless political aggression. Joined by Dr Fathy Flefel, the panel talk about how C4’s involvement propelled the effort forward, and the challenges and successes of the program today.

Season one comes to an end with an in-depth look at a case study for C4 consulting - the Northern Illinois Recovery Program. Managing partner Chris Reed takes us behind the scenes into the creation of the program and the tremendous benefits that have come from consulting with C4. To learn more about Chris’ work, visit the Northern Illinois Recovery Center.   For more information about C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

This episode takes us to the Navajo Nation of New Mexico where McClellan Hall explains the issue of teen suicide and the collaborative work C4 did with the community to combat such a tragic problem. Joined by Celeste Rabago, the panel dives into generational trauma and the importance of working with community elders.    To learn more about Mac and Celeste’s work, visit Project Venture. For more information about C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, Jac Charlier explains the aims of PTACC (Police, Treatment, and Community Collaborative) as we work towards mending the relationship between communities and law enforcement. Joined by Leslie Balonick, the panel discussion highlights PTACC’s successes and the work that still needs to be done.    To learn more about Jac and Leslie’s work, visit PTACC. For more information about C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we hear from Cigdem Sonmez who used her lived experience as a recovered addict to help C4 create a bespoke treatment program in Avcilar, Turkey. She is joined by Dr. Bob Lynn for a panel discussion on the intricacies of setting up such a program in Turkey.    To learn more about Cigdem’s work, visit her website. To learn more about Dr. Bob, visit Addiction and Behavioral Health Alliance. For more information about C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

This episode takes us to the UK where Mike Trace recounts C4’s involvement in setting up a national recovery program under Tony Blair’s government. Mike is joined by Dr. Bob Lynn for a panel discussion on the creation of the UK program. To learn more about Mike’s work, visit Forward Trust. To learn more about Dr. Bob, visit Addiction and Behavioral Health Alliance. For more information about C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

In this episode we hear from Melissa O’Mara, who shares her experience of getting clean in C4’s New Jersey Program. This is followed by a panel discussion with Melissa and expert, Wayne Wirta. To learn more about Wayne’s work, visit NCAARBH.  For more information on C4, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]

Welcome to the C4 Recovery Solutions Podcast! Tune in June 21 for the brand new series from C4 Recovery Foundation. Host Jack O’Donnell takes you on a deep dive into the creation of a recovery program and the unique ways C4 ensures each is a success. For more information, visit our website c4recoveryfoundation.org or email us at [email protected]