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Anjelica Rosalez Anjelica Rosalez

a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist for Minnesota Recovery Connection courageously shared her story of a lifetime of addition, her long and arduous road to recovery and her life post-survival. Anjelica experienced trauma at an early age. The loss of her mother to breast cancer when Anjelica was one year old, coupled with the incarceration of her father, set the stage for a life-long battle with addiction, being subjected to domestic violence and her attempts at suicide. Losing her children to CPS (Child Protection Services) inspired Anjelica to fight for her life, to fight for sobriety. Today Anjelica finds solace and purpose in helping others. As a mother to three children, she is especially dedicated to creating awareness among young people. Anjelica is also involved with the U of M Mother’s Program where she works with mothers with addiction challenges, bringing her full circle in her journey to a healthy lifestyle.

Redick Rasmussen Redick Rasmussen

14 years old is the youngest of guests this evening. Redick shared his perspective on substance use within his own family circle. Eloquently sharing his passion to help spread awareness among his peers.

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