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    Oct 20 2026 The Thriving Family
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    Life Challenges
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    Lori Patrick: When Someone You Love Is in Recovery

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    Lori Patrick: When Someone You Love Is in Recovery

    Date: Oct 20, 2026

    Theme: Tough Talks

    Guests: Lori Patrick

    While addiction is a tragic cycle for the individual who suffers from the disease as well as for their loved ones, these seemingly hopeless cycles can be broken and replaced with hope and healing. For today’s episode, I’m joined by Lori Patrick, executive director of Adeara Recovery Centre in Edmonton, Alberta. She counts it a privilege to make a way for women who are often dismissed or forgotten. Lori is joined by Natasha Varma, clinical lead at Adeara. Please note that due to the subject matter of this interview, listener discretion is advised.

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    Healing the Scars of Addiction by Gregory L. Jantz Ph.D.

    Understanding and Navigating Addiction PDF booklet

    Celebrate Recovery

    Adeara Recovery Centre

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