Episode 25: From Lived Experience to Lasting Impact - Holly LeClaire's Journey of Hope and Healing

In this inspiring episode, we are honored to highlight the incredible Holly LeClaire, Manager of Community Outreach and Lived Experience Integration at Alive Inc. Holly’s journey from overcoming personal challenges, including homelessness and substance use, to becoming a beacon of hope and transformation in Lawrence, Kansas, is truly remarkable.

 

Holly shares the power of peer support—meeting people where they are, building trust through lived experience, and showing that change is possible. Her work with Alive Inc., a consumer-run organization, emphasizes empathy, connection, and advocacy for individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and homelessness.

 

This episode also features Misty Bosch-Hastings, Director of Homeless Solutions, who celebrates the profound impact of peer support in the community and highlights collaborative efforts that bring services directly to those in need. Together, we explore how lived experience, compassion, and persistence are transforming lives and fostering a stronger, more inclusive Lawrence.