About this episode
This episode discusses community initiatives at the Jersey Shore, focusing on the 'Women in Business' event and insights from SeaChange on harm reduction and recovery support.
In this engaging episode of the LBI Region Report, hosts Bill and Lori discuss the vibrant community initiatives shaping the Jersey Shore, with a special focus on the upcoming "Women in Business" event scheduled for March 24th in Surf City. Listeners are encouraged to participate and connect with local women entrepreneurs while enjoying a morning dedicated to learning and networking. The episode also features insightful guests A.J. Chippe and Vinnie Festa from SeaChange, a vital recovery community organization serving Ocean County, dedicated to harm reduction and supporting individuals on their recovery journey. A.J. and Vinnie share powerful insights about SeaChange's mission to reduce harm and save lives, emphasizing that recovery is a personal journey that looks different for everyone. They discuss the organization's innovative outreach efforts, which include meeting individuals where they are—both physically and emotionally—by providing free, confidential services and education to combat the stigma surrounding substance use disorders. Vinnie, a volunteer with 37 years of recovery experience, highlights the importance of community support and the transformative impact of…
People in this episode
Hosts: Bill Clanton, Lori
Guests: A.J. Chippe, Vinnie Festa
Topics covered
- community initiatives
- women in business
- substance use disorders
- harm reduction
- local entrepreneurship
- recovery support
Keywords
- Jersey Shore
- Women in Business
- SeaChange
- harm reduction
- substance use
- community support
- opioid crisis
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: SeaChange
Places: Ocean County, Surf City
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