In this episode of Even Better, host Sinikka Waugh sits down with Troy Roberts to explore a story of recovery, redemption, and lasting reform. Troy shares his journey from a childhood shaped by addiction to his own struggles with substance use, homelessness, and ultimately facing a 35 year prison sentence. He opens up about the loss of his mother, the turning point that led him to Harvest Academy, and how accountability, community, and lived experience transformed his life. Troy now dedicates his work to helping others find hope and build meaningful connections in recovery. This conversation offers an honest look at growth, resilience, and the impact of choosing a different path forward.
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Troy, once lost to crime and addiction, turned his life around through Harvest Academy. From substance abuse, crime, and being incarcerated, facing a 35-year prison sentence, to graduating from the program, he has transformed his pain into purpose — now serving as a staff member and mentor, guiding others toward the same redemption and growth that changed his own life.
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