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After twelve years of heroin use and prison, Michelle rebuilt her life to become a recovery worker in Dumfries.
This story
Michelle grew up in care and used heroin for twelve years, spending time in and out of prison. After an ultimatum from her daughter and mother, she joined a local group to learn everyday life skills and worked in a call centre for twelve years. She completed a traineeship with a placement during lockdown and now works as a recovery worker supporting others in Dumfries.
Where you could take it
Spend a shift with Michelle in Dumfries to see how she meets people where they feel safe and runs her weekly women's group.
Where it happens
Dumfries
The charity
- Charity: We Are With You
- Registration number: 1001957
- Based in: London, England