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Pills Found Near Anne Burrell At Time Of Death
Food Network star Anne Burrell was found unresponsive in her Brooklyn home, with pills nearby and cardiac arrest initially suspected. JoJo Siwa says she's already thinking about marriage with boyfriend Chris Hughes and isn't fazed by critics. Plus, Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino is launching a new TV show with his wife focused on addiction recovery and mental health support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
CBS News
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Boston-born hip-hop artist and actor Slaine finds purpose in helping others access mental health care
Sitting in the communal space at Grand Rising Behavioral Health in Norwood, George Carroll shares the story of his journey from addiction to recovery that he describes as one of fear and love. "I think anybody who recovers from addiction at the level I had needs a big dose of both," he explains. "I was afraid I was going to lose my son. I love him more than I love myself. So that gave me the willingness to do the work." It wasn't easy after decades of dependence on alcohol and drugs. But George was motivated. He now celebrates 11 years sober. "I'm a person in long-term recovery now," he said. Music and film career Hip-hop and film audiences know him as Slaine. He began rapping in the 90's and established a music career years before Ben Affleck tapped him to play Bubba Rogowski in "Gone Baby Gone" (2007). A few years later, he was back on screen as Albert "Gloansy" Magloan in "The Town" (2010). George Carroll, known as Slaine, is a Boston born rapper and actor. CBS Boston He released his first solo album in 2011. He says that his music always reflected his experiences. In 2014, newly sober, those experiences-and his lyrics-began to change. George was on the "pink cloud" of recovery and eager to help as many other people as possible. When peers saw that he was sober, they began reaching out to him to ask how he did it. "I started to go and look for options for people to get help," he said. "And over time I realized it's so nuanced and there are so many variables. It's not a one-size-fits-all thing." George also began to confront the personal issues at the heart of his dependence on alcohol and drugs. Substances, he learned, were just the tip of the iceberg. "For anybody who stays sober long-term, over time you'll eventually have to get to what's underneath the surface," he said. Opening recovery centers in Massachusetts For him, there were traumas that he never dealt with, occasional depression, and anxiety. Attending to his own mental health led to a realization that what people needed in recovery was not always easily available. He and a group of investor-friends set out to change that. In 2022, they opened Charles River Recovery in Weston, an in-patient facility that offers what George felt was missing. He describes it as elite, inclusive clinical care. For insurance purposes, the facility is in-network and accepts Medicaid. "One of the things I'm really passionate about is building teams and brands," he says. "I'm not a doctor. I'm not a therapist. I'm not a clinician. But finding the best people for these roles and kind of putting them together and bringing that to what makes me wake up every day." He and the same team of investors have now opened Grand Rising in Norwood, an out-patient center with an emphasis on creative, expressive arts therapy. George often leads group sessions in a room designed for comfort. Artwork, soft colors, natural light and cushy chairs create an atmosphere of calm. There is enough seating to accommodate half and full-day sessions for up to 16 clients. Connection and compassion George points to that time together as especially valuable. "I think we find connection and compassion and empathy when we're together in a setting like this," he said. A client named Robbie agrees. Robbie, who chose not to give his last name, describes a transformation he could not have imagined seven months earlier. Diagnosed with ADHD at 40, he also lived with persistent anxiety. He describes brushing it off with an "old-school mentality" that he did not need therapy. Despite his wife's suggestion that he consider it, he says that he was determined to handle his mental health challenges himself. A few years later, the weight was crushing. "Hundreds of pounds of pressure on your shoulders. It's just uncomfortable-an uncomfortable feeling holding it all in," Robbie said. His sister, who knows George, encouraged him to call Grand Rising. He reluctantly agreed and, hoping that no one would answer, he called the center on a Saturday. The conversation he had that day set in motion, what he now describes, as a life-changing step toward better health. "It was an awesome conversation," he said. Since then, he has learned skills to cope with his anxiety and he openly talks about issues in individual and group therapy sessions. An unexpected benefit are his new friendships--people of different ages and backgrounds whose life experiences now enhance his own. "We all try to help each other out," he explains. "Now I have, you know, a friend from a different country that I never would have met." He says that, for the first time in years, he feels that he can breathe. Someday soon he hopes that mental health care will be as common and routine as an annual checkup. As George leads a tour of the center, pointing out the family room and the clinical spaces, he says that what brings him joy now is seeing people get better. A naturally shy person, he says that connecting with people gives him purpose. His sense of personal satisfaction coincides his professional success. What's next Less than a year after his role in "Joker: Folie a Deux," George is in two films set for release in late 2025, "King Ivory" (about the fentanyl trade) and "The Running Man" (a remake of the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film) with Glen Powell. His next record, "A New state of Grace" comes out in the fall. Right now, he is living his dream and life is good. "All that stuff I told myself-that I need a drug or a drink to be this alternate version? It's a lie. I have creativity in me, and I have a lot of focus doing things I love to do," he said. "Now I'm able to wake up every day and be a good father, a good friend, and hopefully a good member of this community."
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Plumbing nonprofit repairs veteran sober living home for free
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – It's crucial to stick to a routine and be in a safe space if you are recovering from addiction. Having to move away from a sober living home, after a simple plumbing problem, could cause a relapse. A group of plumbers are making sure veterans can stay on their mission. 'This is their home. This is their sanctuary,' said Chase Drake, who owns and operates The Valor House. On Wednesday, plumbers fixed a costly repair at the sober living home. The Valor House is a safe space for veterans to combat addiction. NBA refurbishes Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County The best part is, this repair is on the house. Drake is a recovering veteran himself. 'These guys are depending on me. I'm here for them. But, I'm also here for my mother,' said Drake. Right now, his mother is on Hospice Care. Last week, he took a break away from caring for her to care for his tenants. That's when he found out there was a plumbing issue while someone was doing the dishes. 'He was like, 'It's really nice that you guys have heated floors here,'' said Drake. 'We do not have heated floors. We felt the floor. It was hot. Immediately, I knew we had a slab leak.' A rush of water under the concrete caused a rush of panic. Then, more chaos. Drake had to call an ambulance for his mother while getting a quote from Stacey Coe with Coe Plumbing. 'He was talking fast,' said Coe. She remembers the phone call. The army veteran herself was touched by Drake's work. It just so happens, she and a group of plumbers just started the nonprofit United Partnership of Plumbing Contractors to provide help for free. 'We decided to form a group so we could do it collectively and help more veterans and help more elderly,' said Coe. Brandon Stanley, of Stanley Plumbing Services, is also part of the nonprofit. 'They've given their time to serve our country and we feel like it's our obligation to give back to them,' said Stanley. After the phone call, Coe texted Drake that the repair was completely free. A repair that she said would normally cost around $2,700. 'I just texted him to keep helping veterans,' said Coe. 'I was in tears. I mean, I was like, overwhelmed. I didn't even know what to say. Took me a minute to respond,' said Drake. Drake said this repair can save his tenants' sobriety. If they had to relocate for hot water, it could cause them to relapse. 'Maybe they're at a hotel. They see an old friend. They see something they wanted before. I mean, there's a lot of potentials that could happen there,' said Drake. It's not just stopping water from flowing, it's about stopping addiction from resurfacing. 'Everybody in this house is somebody's son, somebody's daughter, somebody's dad, somebody's mom,' said Stanley. This was the United Partnership of Plumbing Contractors first repair under the nonprofit. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
06-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
From recovery to opportunity: Dallas nonprofit expands with Trevor's Place
Helping people recover from addiction and build better lives is no easy task, but it's the mission of the Dallas 24 Hour Club. A new chapter: Trevor's Place under construction Dallas 24 Hour Club The nonprofit is currently constructing a new facility, Trevor's Place, designed to help individuals reenter the workforce and secure better-paying jobs. The project, in development since last year, is now becoming a reality. "This is going to be our development office," said CEO Tim Grigsby, as construction continues on the new site. Support beyond shelter: A holistic approach to recovery The Dallas 24 Hour Club provides transitional housing and support for people experiencing homelessness and addiction. Grigsby said the goal is to help individuals achieve permanent sobriety and avoid returning to homelessness, one way being through economic empowerment. "Our response to that is helping people increase their wages," Grigsby said. Meeting the cost of living: Economic empowerment through training According to an MIT study, a single adult must earn about $23 an hour to afford living in Dallas County. Trevor's Place aims to help residents reach that benchmark by offering wraparound services, including life skills classes, education, and 17-week certification programs. "Trevor's Place is also meant to increase outcomes," Grigsby added. A personal journey: From resident to CEO For Grigsby, the project is deeply personal. He once stayed at the 24 Hour Club himself. "I checked in to the 24 Hour Club on January 8, 2012, and it was the best decision I've ever made in my life," he said. "They didn't care what I'd done or where I'd been—they cared that I wanted to change my life." Now, as CEO, Grigsby calls it a full-circle moment. "Man, I'll remember those days for the rest of my life—staying at the 24 and building my life back," he said. Stories of strength: Messages of hope and recovery One wall at the facility is covered in heartfelt messages and signatures from those who've received help. Among them is project manager Josh Burnett, who is celebrating 11 years of sobriety. "It's cool—10 years ago I was sleeping on an air mattress and trying to find my way," Burnett said. "Now I get to work with the same people who helped me back then." Looking ahead: Opening soon and seeking support Behind every message is a story of recovery and resilience—stories that will continue, thanks to the mission of the Dallas 24 Hour Club. Trevor's Place is expected to open in September. The nonprofit is still fundraising for the project. To donate, visit:
CTV News
02-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Brockville, Ont. residents oppose future homelessness and addiction treatment hub on King Street
The former Fulford Academy in Brockville, Ont. on King Street East. June 2, 2025 (Jack Richardson/CTV News Ottawa) Residents in Brockville, Ont. are unhappy with the future location of the city's Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub. HART Hubs are healthcare facilities that provide mental health care, addiction treatment, supportive housing, social services and more for those in need from the community. They do not provide supervised consumption services, safe supply, or needle exchange services. Earlier this year, the provincial government announced $529 million in funding for 27 new HART hubs in Ontario, including one in Brockville. A source tells CTV News Ottawa the location of Brockville's HART Hub will be 280 King St. East, the former location of Fulford Academy, a private school which closed nearly one year ago. The sale of the property closed last month. Nearby residents are opposing the plan, however. In a post on Facebook, community members appear frustrated with the lack of communication from city of Brockville officials regarding the location. Brockville HART Hub poster A poster stating there will be a HART Hub at 280 King St. E. in Brockville, Ont., stating concerns about the proposed location. (What's going on in Brockville and area/Facebook) The HART Hub will be run by Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH). It will be funded through the government of Ontario. When reached for comment, Leeds—Grenville—Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark's office said the provincial government does not have a role in selecting the location of the HART Hub, and any questions should be directed to LLGAMH. Responding to CTV News Ottawa's subsequent request for comment, LLGAMH said, 'We do not have confirmed locations, signed leases (properties will not be purchased), or Ontario government funding approval at this time, so we can't speak to the location details yet.' More details to come.
