<p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>The Letty Owings Center provides a safe space for mothers in recovery.</li><li>Women often arrive with minimal belongings and in need of immediate care.</li><li>The program includes individual and group therapy, skill-building, and parenting groups.</li><li>Residential treatment offers a structured environment for recovery.</li><li>Many women face significant challenges, including past trauma and addiction.</li><li>Support from staff and peers is crucial for success in recovery.</li><li>Stigma and guilt can hinder recovery, especially for mothers.</li><li>The program works closely with child welfare services to support families.</li><li>Success stories highlight the transformative power of the program.</li><li>Time is a critical factor in the recovery process.</li></ul>


<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Takeaways&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Letty Owings Center provides a safe space for mothers in recovery.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Women often arrive with minimal belongings and in need of immediate care.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The program includes individual and group therapy, skill-building, and parenting groups.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Residential treatment offers a structured environment for recovery.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Many women face significant challenges, including past trauma and addiction.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support from staff and peers is crucial for success in recovery.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stigma and guilt can hinder recovery, especially for mothers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The program works closely with child welfare services to support families.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Success stories highlight the transformative power of the program.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Time is a critical factor in the recovery process.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;
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This episode of 'They Are Us' focuses on the Letty Owings Center, a residential treatment program for women who are pregnant or have young children. The conversation highlights the challenges these women face, the structure of the program, and personal stories of transformation. Tina Bialas, the director, shares insights into the importance of a supportive environment and the impact of stigma and guilt on recovery. The episode emphasizes the significance of time in the recovery process and the hope that comes from success stories.

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Episode 5 - A Place for Us

Episode 5 - A Place for Us

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