Stories

At the core of the Unshame California campaign are the thousands of Californians impacted by substance use disorder. They are our parents, siblings, children, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. These are their stories.

Dec 26, 2024

Catherine Knows Everyone Deserves Safety and Care

Catherine works in public health and focuses on helping people make safe choices if they use substances.

Dec 20, 2024

Cameron Is Proud To Be Himself

His favorite part of recovery has been thriving in his own skin and living his values.

Dec 13, 2024

Veronika Advocates for Medication-Assisted Treatment

She believes MAT is a great option that helps lots of people manage their substance use disorder (SUD).

Dec 6, 2024

Brittany Encourages People To Believe in Themselves

Brittany's on a recovery journey, learning to love herself the way she deserves.

Nov 26, 2024

Luis’s Wife Inspired Him To Try Self-Care

For Luis, family has been everything on his journey.

Nov 20, 2024

Melissa Helps Others Feel Welcomed

Melissa reminds us that it’s important to accept everyone we meet, including people who use substances.

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Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Thanks to MAT, Sarina’s been able to reach her personal goals and become a more present mom.

Feb 21 min read

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Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Finding herself and letting herself feel her emotions fully has brought Brooke so much happiness and helped her discover her true purpose.

Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Jan 121 min read

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Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Through his recovery from substance use disorder, he’s found a career in the treatment field.

Dr. Christina is Changing her Community Through Education and Compassion

Dr. Christina talks about what she has learned about opioid use disorder (OUD) and medications that can treat OUD.

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

Bryant shares how educating himself and those around him has helped reduce the stigma of blame.

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

Journeying Toward Hope: Supporting Her Brother's Recovery from Opioid Use Disorder and Overcoming Stigma Together.

Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Thanks to MAT, Sarina’s been able to reach her personal goals and become a more present mom.

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Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Finding herself and letting herself feel her emotions fully has brought Brooke so much happiness and helped her discover her true purpose.

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Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Through his recovery from substance use disorder, he’s found a career in the treatment field.

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Catherine Knows Everyone Deserves Safety and Care

Cameron Is Proud To Be Himself

Veronika Advocates for Medication-Assisted Treatment

Brittany Encourages People To Believe in Themselves

Luis’s Wife Inspired Him To Try Self-Care

Melissa Helps Others Feel Welcomed

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Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Dr. Christina is Changing her Community Through Education and Compassion

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

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