The city of Denver is working to create a culture where people can speak openly about mental health and substance misuse. Last week grantees of Caring for Denver Foundation spoke about their lived experience in a session hosted by Denver City Council Member at Large, Robin Kniech. ✨ Moderator JK Costello talked about how anyone can be in recovery, providing a framework that includes home, health, community, and purpose. ✨ Keith Hayes of 5280highschool shared his personal story of recovery and how he regained his sense of dignity through connection and community. Today he’s found purpose in helping kids in Denver recover. ✨ 18-year-old Christina shared how drugs helped her shake that feeling of being out of place, but led to self-harm. She’s now three years sober, and 5280 High School helped her not only graduate but regain that sense of self-worth. ✨ Alex shared how he found purpose in recovery, and now serves as a peer support supervisor for the Colorado Support Line. ✨ Kathl...