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John B. joins the crew to discuss his experiences with addiction and recovery while working as an EMT. John is a proud alumni of Genesis House and speaks positively about their First Responder Recovery Program. 

The crew touches on PTSD and it's impact on mental health and substance use.

Also Mentioned: Pain Behind the Badge, a seminar focused on preventing suicide in the First Responder community.

http://thepainbehindthebadge.com/

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Genesis House and the Friends in Recovery Podcast are proud to bring you Answering the Call – The First Responder Podcast. Join your hosts “Mike the Podfather” (Mike Miles) and “Jersey Ed” (Edward Chionchio Sr.) as they address the real issues in health & wellness for First Responders. From physical and mental health to relationships and work-life balance, we leave no stone unturned.

Answering the Call- The First Responder Podcast is available on Facebook, Podbean, iTunes, and YouTube – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Answering the Call - The First Responder Podcast is brought to you by Genesis House Recovery (800-737-0933) and FirstNet, Built with AT&T (www.firstnet.com). Reach out to the Podfather - Mike Miles, MSW - at Therapy Services in Chelmsford, MA at 978-459-4884. Inquiries and interested speakers can reach us at help@friendsinrecoverypodcast.com. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255. International Law Enforcement Officers' Hotline focusing on mental health: 1-800-COPLINE Answering the Call - The First Responder Podcast is powered by your Likes, Follows, Subscribes, and Shares!

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