Finding a Family: Brenda

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“Brenda is my recovery mother. I stopped using drugs when I started feeling part of a family again.”

  • Nov 2018: Seeks help at The Greenhouse. Presents with substance addiction, social disconnection and grief over mother passing away while she was in detox at National Addiction Management Service (NAMS).

  • Jan 2019: Attends self help group meetings and recovers via mentorship through 12 step programme.

  • Feb 2021: Receives our peer support training and becomes a Greenhouse Peer Supporter.

  • Currently a 12 step mentor, NCSS certified Peer Support Specialist, Greenhouse Centre Coordinator and Recovery Ambassador

“Caring for dementia patients is my way of making amends to mom.”

Brenda, 46, Transgender

Alaric Tan