This week Jules talks to Kate, who works for NHS England as the Regional Head of Health and Justice in the East of England. For 11 years, Kate struggled with a heroin addiction. Kate now holds keys to several prisons, and was even the prison substance misuse commissioner in the prison where she once spent time inside. Kate talks to Jules about the incredible work she does helping people, her career progression, and how she managed to turn her life around.

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Useful organisations:

NHS Reconnect - Heathcare After Custody https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/reconnect-care/

Change Grow Live- Find information and local support services for alcohol and drug use. changegrowlive.org

Narcotics Anonymous- Support for anyone who wants to stop using drugs.u kna.org

Turning Point- We believe that everyone has the potential to grow, learn, and make choices.

turning-point.co.uk

FRANK- Helpline for anyone concerned about drug or solvent misuse. Advice and information for drug misusers, their families, friends, carers and professionals. https://www.talktofrank.com/

Rehab 4 Addiction - A helpline for those suffering with drug and alcohol addiction. https://www.rehab4addiction.co.uk/

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