LSS Featured in Alcohol Awareness Coverage
In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month, WEAU News in Eau Claire interviewed local health experts to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and the importance of seeking help early. Brittany Nessel, Clinical Manager for LSS, was featured as a trusted voice on the topic.
LSS Clinical Manager Brittany Nessel. Courtesy: WEAU News
“Alcohol withdrawal is deadly,” said Nessel. “It’s the perfect time to have some of these conversations that are incredibly critical and can be awkward or uncomfortable.”
Nessel spoke to the stigma that still surrounds addiction, pointing out that nearly everyone knows someone who has struggled with substance use. She also emphasized that people don’t have to wait until they’re in crisis to get support.
“There’s a misconception that you need to hit rock bottom before seeking help,” she said. “But there are many forms of support available earlier – and if LSS doesn’t offer the right service, we’ll help you find one that fits.”
LSS provides addiction and recovery services throughout the state, supporting individuals at all stages of their journey. If you or someone you know is concerned about alcohol use, you don’t have to go it alone.
To watch the full report and interview with Brittany click here.
LSS Foster Care Going Strong, Needs Loving Parents
Eau Claire, WI – There are more than 5,000 foster kids needing a home in Wisconsin, and Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is doing everything they can to provide loving parents across the state through foster care.
WEAU 13 in Eau Claire recently ran a TV news story featuring LSS Foster Care by speaking with Alissa and Art Broughton, foster parents who themselves were raised in a foster care system. The Broughtons have fostered children for 15 years and understand the vital need for willing parents, especially in Wisconsin where the number of children in need far outweigh the available homes that are available.
Many people are unsure if they can handle being a foster parent, but Alissa says in the story, “It’s not as scary as it sounds. And the paper work looks like a lot and the classes look like a lot, but when it comes down to it, it really is just for the children.”
Heather Yeager, Regional Director of LSS, told WEAU 13 that they receive referrals on a daily basis for foster care, but there just aren’t enough homes right now to place children. Yaeger added, “We have kids from all dimensions of diversity, we need foster homes that are divers to work with the children, too.”
You can click the link below to watch the news story and see the wonderful benefits of becoming a foster parent. There are thousands of wonderful children in need of homes and they all have a unique story.
https://www.weau.com/2021/07/14/lutheran-social-services-facing-foster-parent-shortage/
If you have interest in becoming a foster parent or just want to get some information, contact LSS at 888-746-2850 and they will be happy to give you all the details you need and even walk you through the process.