07/05/2026
At 12 Neighbours, we often say that housing is just the beginning. Recovery, personal development, purpose, and belonging are what help people build a full life.
Marcel shared a personal reflection on overdose, emergency response, and the stronger offer our communities need to build after the breathing returns.
Emergency response saves lives. It should.
But if we want to change our communities, we also have to invest in a stronger and more comprehensive offer: safe housing, recovery, supportive relationships, personal development, purpose and meaningful opportunity.
We hope this reflection contributes to a thoughtful conversation about how we can build communities that help people not only survive—but truly live.
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A reflection on overdose, emergency response, and the stronger offer we need to build after the breathing returns.