Addiction
When Suburban Dreams Turn Toxic: A Utah Mom’s Opioid Nightmare
She had the house, the kids, the picture-perfect life. But behind closed doors, Marci Slough was unraveling. In a state obsessed with appearances, her transformation from suburban mom to heroin…
The Bench That Changed Brian Billmeyer’s Life
Brian Billmeyer’s life spiraled into addiction and homelessness until he found himself on a bench at The Other Side Academy. That moment marked the beginning of a journey toward accountability,…
Utah’s Homeless Crisis: Repeating California’s Mistakes?
Salt Lake City’s homeless crisis isn’t just growing—it’s spiraling out of control. Millions are being funneled into so-called solutions, yet addiction, crime, and chaos dominate the streets. Why is Utah…
The Other Side Village: A Bold Answer to Homelessness?
Brian shouldn’t be alive today. Years of addiction and homelessness had pushed him to the brink, leaving little hope for survival. Today, he stands as a testament to transformation, coaching…
Red Barn Academy in Farmington: A Unique Path to Addiction Recovery and Community
In Farmington, Utah, a transformative recovery program is changing lives for those battling addiction. Through a structured community approach, participants gain accountability, life skills, and the tools needed to rebuild…
Bonding Over Meth: Nicholas Smith’s Startling Path to Recovery, Purpose, and Leadership
At just 13 years old, Nicholas Smith used meth for the first time—with his own mother. Growing up in a home filled with chaos, addiction, and crime, his life seemed…
From the Streets to Empowerment: Tiffany Blair’s Journey of Survival and Transformation
Tiffany Blair once described her life as using her body like an ATM to survive on the streets. From a childhood spent under viaducts to repeated stints in jail, she…