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Ever wonder what happens when a personal rock bottom becomes the foundation for lifting others up? Cindy Jean's powerful journey from addiction  to founding Fresh Start for Women reveals exactly that transformation.

This conversation dives deep into how one woman's ”long shot from God” evolved into a sanctuary for women facing life's toughest challenges in Owensboro, Kentucky. Unlike traditional recovery programs, Fresh Start combines accountability with compassionate support, requiring residents to work and pay rent while providing the structure needed to rebuild shattered lives.

”We like to give women a hand up and not a handout,” Cindy explains, describing how the 12-unit apartment complex and three houses create a community where women support each other through recovery, financial rebuilding, and parenting challenges. The results speak volumes – former residents have repaired credit scores, purchased Habitat for Humanity homes, regained custody of children, and even launched careers helping others through similar journeys.

What makes this story particularly compelling is how Cindy's own background informed her approach. Having navigated addiction, relationship dysfunction, and homelessness herself, she brings authentic understanding to each woman's struggle. This isn't just housing – it's a comprehensive life reset built on practical goals, peer accountability, and faith-based encouragement.

Whether you're curious about effective recovery models, inspired by stories of second chances, or simply love seeing how Owensboro's community spirit supports its vulnerable members, this episode delivers heart and substance in equal measure. Ready to be part of the solution? Cindy shares multiple ways to get involved with this transformative work happening right in our community.

To get involved with Fresh Start for Women, visit freshstartforwomenowensboro.org, their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/freshstartforwomen), call 270-240-3180, or email [email protected].