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He was one of the first to start talking about the dangers of fentanyl and how it was being mixed in every type of drug. He wanted to promote the use of Naloxone because he knew kids were going to experiment or use drugs and there was a high risk of dying from Fentanyl poisoning”. ",[],{"_key":116,"_type":25,"children":117,"markDefs":121,"style":59},"5968c9984650",[118],{"_key":111,"_type":29,"marks":119,"text":120},[44,66,67],"What has it meant to you and your family to continue the work Cooper started? ",[],{"_key":123,"_type":25,"children":124,"markDefs":129,"style":59},"792250adbaeb",[125],{"_key":126,"_type":29,"marks":127,"text":128},"876f969eb14f",[],"“First of all, in this space of survivors of loved ones killed by Fentanyl poisoning, almost all of the fentanyl awareness and educational foundations were started by the survivors of the loved ones poisoned by Fentanyl. We are the only ones that I am aware of that were not started by us, my wife and daughter. The Coop's Advice Foundation was started by his closest friends that wanted to continue the dreams that Cooper had started: support of End Overdose and continue the Coop's Advice Discord platform. To be able continue what Cooper started has been extremely helpful to our family with dealing with the grief from his death”. ",[],{"_key":131,"_type":25,"children":132,"markDefs":136,"style":59},"6ad32b3934c2",[133],{"_key":126,"_type":29,"marks":134,"text":135},[44,66,67],"How has losing Cooper changed the way you understand fentanyl, substance use, and the risks young people face today? 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We are proud to partner with organizations that share our commitment to compassion, education, and action. By working together, we can raise awareness, expand access to lifesaving resources, and remind people that recovery is possible. Every life saved is another chance for healing, and that is something we will always stand behind. ",[],{"_key":448,"_type":25,"children":449,"markDefs":453,"style":59},"98d0b1a24bcc",[450],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":451,"text":452},[44,66,67],"Why is overdose awareness especially important right now? ",[],{"_key":455,"_type":25,"children":456,"markDefs":460,"style":59},"c42a73d494dc",[457],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":458,"text":459},[],"Overdose awareness is more important than ever because we continue to see an alarming number of lives impacted by fentanyl and other synthetic opioids, many of which are unknowingly mixed into counterfeit pills and other substances. Overdose can happen to anyone, regardless of age, background, or socioeconomic status. By increasing awareness, educating our communities about the warning signs of overdose, and expanding access to lifesaving resources like naloxone, we have the opportunity to save lives. Awareness also helps reduce stigma and encourages people to seek help before a crisis occurs.",[],{"_key":462,"_type":25,"children":463,"markDefs":467,"style":59},"5f024348371e",[464],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":465,"text":466},[44,66,67],"How does your organization support people throughout the recovery process?",[],{"_key":469,"_type":25,"children":470,"markDefs":474,"style":59},"b7ed23f319b0",[471],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":472,"text":473},[]," Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and we believe every individual deserves personalized care. We support our clients from their initial assessment through detoxification, residential treatment, outpatient services, aftercare planning, relapse prevention, and long-term recovery support. Our multidisciplinary team provides medical care, therapy, case management, peer support, family involvement, and individualized treatment planning. Our goal is not only to help people stop using substances but to help them rebuild healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. ",[],{"_key":476,"_type":25,"children":477,"markDefs":481,"style":59},"b6ecfbd6ea61",[478],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":479,"text":480},[67,66,44],"What are some of the biggest obstacles people face when entering treatment? ",[],{"_key":483,"_type":25,"children":484,"markDefs":488,"style":59},"9deb2a01fd4a",[485],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":486,"text":487},[],"Many individuals face significant barriers before they ever walk through our doors. Fear of judgment, shame, financial concerns, uncertainty about insurance coverage, family responsibilities, employment obligations, and the fear of withdrawal often prevent people from seeking help. In many cases, individuals have also experienced trauma or previous unsuccessful treatment attempts, making them hesitant to try again. Removing these barriers through education, compassion, and accessible services is critical to helping more people begin their recovery journey. ",[],{"_key":490,"_type":25,"children":491,"markDefs":495,"style":59},"40269dfe880d",[492],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":493,"text":494},[66,44,67],"How can treatment providers make recovery feel more accessible? ",[],{"_key":497,"_type":25,"children":498,"markDefs":502,"style":59},"3387ce68acd7",[499],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":500,"text":501},[],"Treatment providers can make recovery more accessible by meeting people where they are without judgment. That means offering flexible treatment options, simplifying the admissions process, providing clear information about insurance and payment options, incorporating evidence-based practices, and creating welcoming environments where individuals feel respected and supported. Accessibility also means recognizing that recovery looks different for everyone and tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs, goals, and circumstances. ",[],{"_key":504,"_type":25,"children":505,"markDefs":509,"style":59},"a1e0c7410ec8",[506],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":507,"text":508},[66,44],"Why should naloxone be available in more homes, businesses, and public spaces? ",[],{"_key":511,"_type":25,"children":512,"markDefs":516,"style":59},"e31aa695c13b",[513],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":514,"text":515},[],"Naloxone saves lives. It is a safe, easy-to-administer medication that can reverse an opioid overdose within minutes while emergency medical services are on the way. Just as communities have embraced CPR training and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to respond to cardiac emergencies, naloxone should become another standard lifesaving resource. Making naloxone readily available in homes, schools, workplaces, restaurants, hotels, treatment facilities, and other public locations can significantly reduce overdose fatalities and provide individuals with another opportunity to enter recovery. ",[],{"_key":518,"_type":25,"children":519,"markDefs":523,"style":59},"34ab1f45a6b6",[520],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":521,"text":522},[66,44],"How does stigma affect individuals and families seeking support?",[],{"_key":525,"_type":25,"children":526,"markDefs":530,"style":59},"5fc0bf68593c",[527],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":528,"text":529},[],"Stigma remains one of the greatest barriers to treatment. When addiction is viewed as a moral failure rather than a treatable medical condition, people often delay seeking help because they fear being judged, misunderstood, or discriminated against. Families may also experience guilt, isolation, or embarrassment that prevents them from reaching out for support. By changing the conversation around addiction, educating our communities, and treating every individual with dignity and compassion, we can reduce stigma and encourage more people to seek the help they deserve. ",[],{"_key":532,"_type":25,"children":533,"markDefs":537,"style":59},"2940b9b76210",[534],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":535,"text":536},[44,67,66],"What advice would you give someone concerned about a loved one’s substance use? ",[],{"_key":539,"_type":25,"children":540,"markDefs":544,"style":59},"2e9640bb74a6",[541],{"_key":436,"_type":29,"marks":542,"text":543},[],"The most important advice is not to wait until a crisis becomes irreversible. Approach your loved one with compassion rather than confrontation. Express your concerns using supportive language, listen without judgment, and encourage them to seek professional help. Recovery often begins with a single conversation, and even if they are not ready today, your consistent support can make a meaningful difference. It's also important to remember that families need support too. Seeking guidance from treatment professionals, support groups, or counselors can help families navigate this difficult journey while maintaining hope. Addiction is treatable, recovery is possible, and no one has to face it alone. ",[],{"_ref":399,"_type":235},"2026-08-20",{"_type":232,"asset":548},{"_ref":549,"_type":235},"image-48d2eb10adcbc591461513aa7db2c902b83e3dca-1672x941-png",{"_type":237,"current":551},"hollywood-hills-recovery-saving-lives-reducing-stigma-and-supporting-recovery","Hollywood Hills Recovery: Saving Lives, Reducing Stigma, and Supporting Recovery",{"_createdAt":554,"_id":555,"_rev":556,"_system":557,"_type":20,"_updatedAt":560,"article":561,"author":703,"author_ref":704,"category":229,"date":705,"image":706,"slug":709,"title":703},"2026-08-18T21:48:31Z","06573be2-4811-4b9f-abc6-019a175051bb","21MBcxgbABMeQMIzp6N1L3",{"base":558},{"id":555,"rev":559},"mKXnN6k6Pf4Yvgc3pyakAB","2026-08-18T22:29:36Z",[562,570,578,585,596,615,626,637,652,666,681,692],{"_key":563,"_type":25,"children":564,"markDefs":569,"style":33},"e6ae98d4318b",[565],{"_key":566,"_type":29,"marks":567,"text":568},"6c05ae067560",[],"Recovery, Compassion, and the Power of Prevention",[],{"_key":571,"_type":25,"children":572,"markDefs":577,"style":59},"98c7ac373e82",[573],{"_key":574,"_type":29,"marks":575,"text":576},"b657bc703a39",[],"For Frank and the team at Luxe Recovery, overdose prevention and recovery go hand in hand. With nearly five years of sobriety, Frank brings his own lived experience into his work supporting others and helping people see that lasting recovery is possible. As part of End Overdose’s Overdose Awareness campaign, Luxe Recovery is helping amplify a message rooted in compassion, education, access to lifesaving resources, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to recover.",[],{"_key":579,"_type":25,"children":580,"markDefs":584,"style":59},"a22498ca918c",[581],{"_key":574,"_type":29,"marks":582,"text":583},[],"We had the opportunity to sit down with Frank to learn about his journey and passion to save lives.",[],{"_key":586,"_type":25,"children":587,"markDefs":595,"style":59},"ffdcef6662bc",[588,591],{"_key":574,"_type":29,"marks":589,"text":590},[67,66,44],"Who is Frank Wills?",{"_key":592,"_type":29,"marks":593,"text":594},"423e19be0fbf",[],"\nFrank is a person in long-term recovery with nearly five years of sobriety. His personal experience has shaped his passion for helping others find lasting recovery through compassion, accountability, and hope. In addition to serving as one of the owners of Luxe Recovery, Frank actively sponsors 11 individuals and continues to mentor grand-sponsees, dedicating his time to supporting others on their recovery journeys and proving that lasting recovery is possible.\n",[],{"_key":597,"_type":25,"children":598,"markDefs":614,"style":59},"2146ab0dcc99",[599,602,606,610],{"_key":592,"_type":29,"marks":600,"text":601},[44,66,67],"About Luxe Recovery",{"_key":603,"_type":29,"marks":604,"text":605},"8b56a7f06bd4",[],"\nLuxe Recovery is a Joint Commission-accredited and DHCS-licensed behavioral healthcare provider offering Detox, Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Virtual IOP, and\nSober Living services. Specializing in the treatment of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, Luxe Recovery is committed to delivering individualized, evidence-based care in a compassionate, supportive environment where every client is treated with dignity and respect.\n\n",{"_key":607,"_type":29,"marks":608,"text":609},"a353bf15874f",[66,44,67],"What motivated Luxe Recovery to support End Overdose's campaign?",{"_key":611,"_type":29,"marks":612,"text":613},"ba5adb7dc2d7",[],"\nAt Luxe Recovery, our mission extends beyond treating addiction, we are committed to preventing overdose deaths and ensuring that every person has the opportunity to access compassionate, evidence-based care. Supporting End Overdose aligns with our belief that education, awareness, and access to lifesaving resources are essential in addressing the overdose crisis. We are proud to stand alongside organizations working to save lives and reduce the stigma surrounding substance use disorders. ",[],{"_key":616,"_type":25,"children":617,"markDefs":625,"style":59},"0c24e323ea36",[618,621],{"_key":611,"_type":29,"marks":619,"text":620},[44,67,66],"Why is overdose prevention an issue that matters to your organization?",{"_key":622,"_type":29,"marks":623,"text":624},"38af159cb332",[]," Every overdose death is a reminder that there are still barriers preventing people from receiving the help they need. We work with individuals and families affected by substance use every day, and we understand\nthat prevention begins with education, early intervention, and accessible treatment. Overdose prevention is not just about responding in a crisis, it's about creating pathways to recovery before it's too late. ",[],{"_key":627,"_type":25,"children":628,"markDefs":636,"style":59},"f2694741eb23",[629,632],{"_key":622,"_type":29,"marks":630,"text":631},[44,67,66],"How does your approach to care help people feel respected and supported?",{"_key":633,"_type":29,"marks":634,"text":635},"a271bc901f44",[],"\nWe believe recovery begins with dignity. Every individual who walks through our doors is treated with compassion, respect, and without judgment. Our team takes the time to understand each client's unique experiences, goals, and challenges so they feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their\nrecovery journey.",[],{"_key":638,"_type":25,"children":639,"markDefs":651,"style":59},"243933648efb",[640,643,647],{"_key":633,"_type":29,"marks":641,"text":642},[],"\n",{"_key":644,"_type":29,"marks":645,"text":646},"b26392750fc0",[44,67],"What does individualized recovery support look like?",{"_key":648,"_type":29,"marks":649,"text":650},"2e87f358c06f",[],"\nNo two recovery journeys are the same. We create personalized treatment plans that address each client's physical, emotional, and mental health needs. Through individual therapy, group counseling, family involvement, medication management when appropriate and comprehensive aftercare planning, we help\nclients build a strong foundation for lasting recovery.",[],{"_key":653,"_type":25,"children":654,"markDefs":665,"style":59},"97b011fb89d6",[655,657,661],{"_key":648,"_type":29,"marks":656,"text":642},[],{"_key":658,"_type":29,"marks":659,"text":660},"b9a85d119ef4",[44,66,67],"Why is it important to treat substance use disorder as a health issue?",{"_key":662,"_type":29,"marks":663,"text":664},"86b2fb2122ec",[],"\nSubstance use disorder is a complex medical condition not a moral failing or lack of willpower. When we approach addiction as a health issue, we reduce stigma, encourage people to seek treatment sooner, and create better outcomes for individuals and families. Compassionate, evidence-based care saves lives.",[],{"_key":667,"_type":25,"children":668,"markDefs":680,"style":59},"81264e620527",[669,672,676],{"_key":670,"_type":29,"marks":671,"text":642},"0d9d5c8579e8",[67],{"_key":673,"_type":29,"marks":674,"text":675},"e4dbaf49fc7a",[44,66,67],"What can families do to create a safer environment for a loved one?",{"_key":677,"_type":29,"marks":678,"text":679},"42aec7ca641b",[],"\nFamilies play an important role in recovery. Creating a safe environment starts with open communication, education about addiction, setting healthy boundaries, encouraging treatment, and keeping naloxone readily available in case of an overdose emergency. Supporting a loved one with empathy while also caring for your own well-being can make a meaningful difference.\n",[],{"_key":682,"_type":25,"children":683,"markDefs":691,"style":59},"738b038bcb65",[684,687],{"_key":677,"_type":29,"marks":685,"text":686},[44,66,67],"How can access to naloxone complement treatment and recovery services?",{"_key":688,"_type":29,"marks":689,"text":690},"53a41f81d765",[],"\nNaloxone is a lifesaving tool that provides people with another opportunity to seek treatment and continue their recovery journey. While naloxone is not a substitute for comprehensive treatment, it is an essential part of a broader public health approach that includes prevention, education, and access to quality addiction treatment.\n",[],{"_key":693,"_type":25,"children":694,"markDefs":702,"style":59},"8ee734e1a909",[695,698],{"_key":688,"_type":29,"marks":696,"text":697},[44,66,67],"What message of hope would you share with people affected by substance use?",{"_key":699,"_type":29,"marks":700,"text":701},"5ef4848fff2a",[],"\nRecovery is possible, and no one has to face addiction alone. Whether you are struggling yourself or supporting someone you love, there is hope and there are people ready to help. Every step toward recovery matters, and asking for help is one of the strongest decisions a person can make.",[],"Recovery Is Possible: Luxe Recovery and Frank’s Commitment to Overdose Prevention",{"_ref":399,"_type":235},"2026-08-18",{"_type":232,"asset":707},{"_ref":708,"_type":235},"image-780fe45397051dc988e393b9dc520fb82e2a3af8-1672x941-png",{"_type":237,"current":710},"recovery-is-possible-luxe-recovery-and-frank-s-commitment-to-overdose-prevention",1787684469242]