The Magdalen House Podcast

We are celebrating our volunteers all month long! Kick-off Volunteer Appreciation Month with us and learn some of their favorite moments at Maggie's in today's "From the Vault" episode.All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In our new episode of "RecoverED," we talk with Kendall Bose, Outreach Manager, about resources available beyond the scope of recovery through our trusted partners. See our complete list on our website at https://bit.ly/4i9GMnF.All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this week's "From the Vault" episode, we talk to Tina S. about God's will vs. Tina's will, rebuilding relationships with her kids, carrying the message, and more!All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In our new episode of "RecoverED," we talk with Cooper Green, Community Coordinator, about Steps 8 & 9, and his experience with making amends to his family. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this special "From the Vault" episode, our very own Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Kroencke, and her oldest son, Drew, share the impact that Lisa's alcoholism had on her children and how her recovery has transformed her as a mother. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Laura talks about willingness and desperation from her step 1 experience and how she learned about the allergy & mental obsession. She shares about when she fully conceded to her innermost self that she was an alcoholic, she was ready to do whatever was asked of her in order to recover. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate.

In this vault episode of "Recovered," we talk to Rozzie Jones about God-reliant vs. self-reliant, messing up, We Agnostics, recovered vs. recovering, and more! All donations help us provide programs and services—including Family Support—to alcoholics and their families at no cost. To donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost. It is based on 12-step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In the latest episode of "Hope for the Family," Lucinda Buford, a Maggie's board member and mother of an alcoholic, discusses how she became involved with The Magdalen House and helped establish our Men's program. All donations help us provide programs and services—including Family Support—to alcoholics and their families at no cost. To donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost. It is based on 12-step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Step 11: Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out. In this episode of "From the Vault," Cat Adcock shares her insights and experiences with the Big Book while discussing Step 11 with Next Step participants and graduates. ⁠To learn more about our Next Step program, visit magdalenhouse.org/nextstep⁠ All donations help us provide programs and services—including Family Support—to alcoholics and their families at no cost. To donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost. It is based on 12-step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group, and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this From the Vault episode, we talk to Bridget about step 3, having a spiritual awakening, a break up in sobriety, and MORE! This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including The Next Step – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about The Next Step program at⁠magdalenhouse.org/nextstep⁠. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode, Cindy M facilities a foundation meeting for our listeners, where she does a great job of informing the alcoholic what the problem is and presenting the solution. The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. Learn more and support our mission at ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org⁠⁠.

In this episode of Recovered we ask Caroline M. about her experience working the program of A.A., what living in Steps 10, 11, and 12 looks like, and more! The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. Learn more and support our mission at ⁠magdalenhouse.org⁠.

We talk to our newest Family Support committee member Angela Corioso, a wife of a recovered alcoholic. She talks about her journey to Al-anon, what it first looked like, and what brought her to Family Support. The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge.We are committed to helping alcoholics achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution.Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.orgWe are committed to helping alcoholic women achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution.Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.org

Tune in for recovery month as we talk with Community member Madeline Burch all about how recovery has transformed her life, attitude & relationships. The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge.We are committed to helping alcoholics achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution.Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.orgWe are committed to helping alcoholic women achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution.Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.org

Today we talk with Lance Travis, a member of our men's community on his alcoholism & journey to freedom through recovery. The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. We are committed to helping alcoholics achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution. Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.org We are committed to helping alcoholic women achieve long-term, sustainable recovery through spiritually based, comprehensive programming. We present the simple problem of alcoholism, along with a practical application of the solution. Learn more by visiting our website: magdalenhouse.org

In this episode, Kelsey and Kelly dive deep into Step 1. Step 1: We admitted we were powerless- that our lives had become unmanageable.  Kelly shares her experience of learning about the body and mind of an alcoholic and how she had lost the power of choice in drink. Both Kelsey and Kelly were one time seemingly hopeless and today they are both sober living a recovered life.  All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Deborah Tomlinson, one of our Family Support members shares her experience, strength and hope. Learn how the 12 steps have helped not only with her alcoholic son, but to grow herself. She also shares the impact Family Support has on her and other loved ones.

Christina Cruz talks to us about the different types of amends, why they are important, & her experience with the freedom she gained from the amends process. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode, Chloe C talks about being of service to others, getting to watch others recover, immunity from drinking, serving God where ever we can, & more as she walks us through the prayers, promises, and principle of Step 12.  This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including this workshop – to alcoholics and their families,, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about our comprehensive recovery services at ⁠magdalenhouse.org⁠. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

John talks to us about overcoming his disease of alcoholism & his diagnosis in sobriety of a fatal illness & how without this program has given him a new outlook on life in hard times.

Cathy Ives joins our host, Brehn Hanson, Community Program Manager, to share about her life in recovery as a mother and how recovery helps her in parenting.

In this episode of RecoverED, our host Kelsey Amos talks with Mike Jarvinen about his experience with Step 11. He shares his journey with prayer and meditation and how his faith has grown through discipline and spiritual experiences.

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and at The Magdalen House, we love each and every one of our volunteers. Join Volunteer Program Manager Kelly Williams as she talks to a handful of our volunteers to ask them about their favorite moments at Maggie's and why they choose to volunteer with us. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode, Volunteer Program Manager Kelly Williams and Community Program Manager Brehn Hanson discuss what it means to stay close to Maggie's through volunteering, attending meetings, and so much more. This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this special edition of Recovered, we hear from 2 different First Step alumna and Maggie's Women's Group members, Sandra Looney & JoJo Marshall. Each of these amazing ladies, share their alcoholic journey and the solution and fellowship they found at The Magdalen House.  To learn more about Maggie's Women's Group and how to get involved, visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/get-invovled.  This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode of Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholics, we talk with a shining light in our community, Diane Gilliam, as she shares her road to recovery and Maggie's. She discusses how recovery has not only impacted her life, but her kids lives! Diane has gone from feeling isolated in alcoholism to the life of the party in sobriety, her message is sure to give you hope! All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Today we talk to our newest staff member for our Men's program, Chris Mazaro! Our Men's Program Coordinator shares his experience strength & hope from his journey of recovery filled with firsts, lasts, and accomplishing hard things in sobriety. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode, of RecoverED, we talk with Rozzie Jones about how we learn the spiritual principles and apply them in our daily lives. To receive more information on alcoholism and recovery, you can request a speaker at ⁠magdalenhouse.org/resources-and-education/education/⁠for in-person and virtual presentations. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping individuals with alcoholism achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about our comprehensive recovery services at ⁠magdalenhouse.org⁠. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Today we are talking to both a daughter and a friend of recovered alcoholic! Sloane Dix shares with us how their recovery has impacted their relationships and her own life for the better since being in recovery, and what she herself has learned about what alcoholism is and isn't. In this episode of Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholics, we talk with a shining light in our community, Diane Gilliam, as she shares her road to recovery and Maggie's. She discusses how recovery has not only impacted her life, but her kids lives! Diane has gone from feeling isolated in alcoholism to the life of the party in sobriety, her message is sure to give you hope! All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholics and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Our host and Women's Program Manager, Kelsey Amos, talks with Lisa Kroencke, Chief Executive Officer at The Magdalen House, to discuss the differences between The Magdalen House and Alcoholics Anonymous in hopes to help alcoholics, families, loved ones, and their communities to better understand how The Magdalen House helps alcoholics at no cost as a nonprofit organization.

In this episode of Recovered, we talk to Cari H about amends, half-measures, character defects, sponsorship, & more! This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including The Next Step – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/donate⁠. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Cari H is a Next Step Graduate! You can learn more about The Next Step program at⁠magdalenhouse.org/nextstep⁠. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this Big Book Workshop, husband & wife, Lisa & Dave Kroencke use their experience and knowledge to breakdown the chapter, The Family Afterward. Dave, a non-alcoholic & Lisa, a recovered alcoholic share their story of love, heartbreak, and reunification through a life based on spiritual principles.  Pages 122-135 Links: This workshop was recorded live. To find more information on our classes & fellowship, please visit ⁠magdalenhouse.org/meetings⁠.  To hear more of Lisa K's story, listen to her episode of Recovered: ⁠https://anchor.fm/the-magdalen-house/episodes/Lisa-K---Episode-10--Recovered-Interviews-With-Alcoholic-Women-ei10sb⁠ The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. Learn more and support our mission at ⁠magdalenhouse.org⁠.

Lauren talks to Family Support Group member and Hope for the Family host, Laurie Evans , about what the 12 steps did for her spiritually, how it healed their family, and how helping others has impacted her life.

In this special edition of Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholic Women, we interview the first ever man to be hired at The Magdalen House as we work to expand our programming to men. Austin Shook, Director of Men’s Programs, shares the impact of his recovery journey.

In this episode of Studying the Steps our host Kelsey Amos talks to Sean Thornton, Men's Program Coordinator, about mental health and spirituality. He shares how he has grown in his relationship with his Higher Power and how that has helped him to help others recover, too.

Alcoholism is a disease of the mind and body that has a solution. In this episode of Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholic Women, our host Brehn Hanson got to sit down with recovered alcoholic, therapist, and The Magdalen House Board Chair, Tina Shuey! In this episode, Tina shares the hopelessness she felt in active alcoholism, what she thought alcoholism was before recovery, what life is actually like being recovered and how she learned what alcoholism really is.

Celebrate Recovery Month as our host Kelsey Amos, Next Step Program Manager gets to know all about the difference of being recovered vs. being sober from meeting chairs in our community. Alcoholism is a disease of the mind and body and we have a solution FOR FREE for every alcoholic. Don't forget to share this episode to help us Shatter the Stigma for Recovery Month. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate.

In this episode, Kelsey Amos, Next Step Program Manager dives into all things 12 Step immersion with Teresa Hollingsworth, Director of Women’s Programs. Learn all about how 12 Step immersion works, the benefits of 12 Step recovery, how The Magdalen House can help, and more! To learn more about alcoholism and recovery, request a speaker at magdalenhouse.org/education. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate.

Our host Kelsey Amos talks with Kate Olen all about Step 12 in celebration of Dr. Bob's birthday month and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous' beginnings. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate.

In this episode of Hope for the Family, recovered family member, Diane Brooks talks to our host, Laurie Evans about the struggles she had obsessing over her daughter's drinking. Learn how The Magdalen House Family Support and the 12 Steps helped Diane, giving her freedom from her obsession, and how she now finds reward in helping others despite her daughter's journey in recovery.

Each July we celebrate freedom, but as recovered alcoholics, freedom from our disease is something we celebrate daily! Today, our meeting chair from Fridays at noon, Christina Cruz, shares with us what it was like before her freedom found in recovery, what happened as she found freedom, and what her recovery is like now. Tune in to hear how Christina broke free from the chains of alcoholism and now lives a life of freedom, even in the hard times.

Grant Halliburton Foundation was established in 2006 in memory of a Dallas teen who battled depression and bipolar disorder for several years before his suicide death at the age of 19. Grant Halliburton works to strengthen the network of mental health resources for children, teens, and young adults. Our guests today are Director of Mental Health Resources, Blanca Garcia, and Mental Health Resources Manager, Lizzie Davis Holley, who were critical in implementing the Foundation’s Here for Texas Mental Health Navigation line. To receive more information on alcoholism and recovery, you can request a speaker at magdalenhouse.org/resources-and-education/education/for in-person and virtual presentations. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about our comprehensive recovery services at magdalenhouse.org. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Celebrating our birthday month, here's how our two-week First Step program has helped women for 36 years! In this series we provide education on the disease of alcoholism, recovery, and TMH services. We hope these episodes serve as a valuable tool to help you better understand the alcoholic and our mission at The Magdalen House.  In this episode, Ainsley Chapman, Chief Program Officer addresses the question "How is 2 weeks long enough to achieve sobriety?" She talks about the curriculum taught at The Magdalen House, the importance of building a strong foundation, and how length of treatment doesn't matter if no action is taken after you leave. To receive more information on alcoholism and recovery, you can request a speaker at magdalenhouse.org/resources-and-education/education/for in-person and virtual presentations. To learn more about Ainsley's personal story of recovery check out her past episode of Recovered at https://anchor.fm/the-magdalen-house/episodes/Ainsley-C---Episode-17--Recovered-Interviews-with-Alcoholic-Women--A-Podcast-from-The-Magdalen-House-ek1dmn. This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including this workshop – to alcoholic women and their families,, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate. The Magdalen House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about our comprehensive recovery services at magdalenhouse.org. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode, Floyd Ross shares his story as a recovered husband with The Magdalen House Family Support group. To learn more about our Family Support program, go to our website: https://magdalenhouse.org/family-friends/family-support-group/ All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

In this episode of Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholic Women, we talk to Teresa Hollingsworth about amending a relationship with her daughter who wanted nothing to do with her, how making amends is about a relationship with God, what thoroughness and honesty looks like today, and more! The Magdalen House is a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Founded in Dallas in 1987, The Magdalen House remains the only agency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to offer comprehensive recovery services – without insurance or state funding – 100% free of charge. Learn more and support our mission at magdalenhouse.org.

June is our Anniversary Month at The Magdalen House and we love what we do and the women we serve. Executive Director, Lisa Kroencke sat down with two of The Magdalen House founders, Alicia Cassity and Mary Baldridge, at our Maggie's Women's Group retreat in 2019 and discussed how the idea of Maggie's came about and getting things started in 1987. All donations help us to provide programs and services – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Dr. Kay Colbert, a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Dallas and a board member at The Magdalen House, discusses the disease of alcoholism from a clinical perspective. Dr. Colbert shares her knowledge of the disease, why it’s necessary to lessen the stigma around alcoholism, her involvement with The Magdalen House, and the importance of the 12 steps in an alcoholic’s recovery.

In this special Mother's Day edition of "Hope for the Family," we talk to Sue Ann & Emily side by side. Sue Anne is the mother to Emily, a recovered alcoholic, and together they share their own story of recovery and how alcoholism affected their life. We get to hear the same story but from two different unique perspectives. I hope this episode leaves you full of gratitude and wanting to call your Mom. Just like it did for me! Emily's has been on with us before for our Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholic Women series. This podcast is made possible by donors to The Magdalen House. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including Family Support – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about The Magdalen House Family Support on our website. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Recovered family member Judy Cogan and her recovered alcoholic daughter, Charlotte, talk with Laurie about how learning that alcoholism is a disease changed both their lives. Judy shares her experience with working the steps and seeking help and the role the Family Support group has played in her life. They talk about getting through relapse and overcoming the stigma of alcoholism.

This episode of Big Book Workshop was recorded live from one of our monthly Next Step workshops. Rosalind and Kelsey share their experience and knowledge of the Big Book to address the topic and answer questions on perfecting and enlarging your spiritual life. All donations help us to provide programs and services – including Family Support – to alcoholic women and their families, at absolutely no cost. If you’d like to donate, text MAGGIES to 44321 or visit magdalenhouse.org/donate. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. You can learn more about the Next Step program by visiting our website. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an A.A. group and we are not associated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.