How ordinary routines, community and laughter helped Stephen rebuild his life after 17 years of heroin addiction Stephen, a Reading community resident of Hope and Vision Communities, tells us about his unexpected journey into addiction, his experience of rehab, and the gradual process of…

The support that saved him, he now gives back. Russell speaks openly about how community carried him through recovery, and how he fosters safe spaces that do the same for others. Russell is a charming guy with a Brummie accent, a mod-style haircut and an obvious love of music. But what you…