Sober Sidekick by Empathy Health Tech

"Breaking points can be breakthroughs"

“Addiction treatment can help pull somewhat out of a hole; it can put a temporary stop to the cycle, but it’s not a solution to addiction.”

Grateful to be chosen by the Validation Institute as a finalist for 2024's Health Value Awards. "The Health Value Awards continue to gain momentum each year and we are excited about the list of finalists. The awards are a testament to Validation Institute's mission to provide unbiased, data-driven insights on healthcare solutions and services that drive transparency in the marketplace," said Haritha Krishnarathnam, EVP of Content and Strategy, Validation Institute

When I met Chris Thompson I instantly experienced his passion and dedication to addressing the nation's addiction crisis. I knew if anyone could drive change it would be Chris. I am thrilled to announce Nomi Health's partnership with Sober Sidekick by Empathy HealthTech that will continue to add to Nomi's holistic support for substance use disorder. Addiction isn't time-bound and people need support at all times, 365 days a year. This program has created a solution to address the need for immediate support for people in their recovery journey. Through this approach, sobriety becomes more sustainable and enables long-term success. I'm so excited for this partnership! #SUD #opioid crisis #sdoh

Last week our CEO and Founder Chris Thompson had the opportunity to share the origin story of Sober Sidekick as keynote at the Heartland Challenge. Thank you to everyone who helped make this amazing event happen.

For anyone in the US who searches "quit" in Google Play, they will find Sober Sidekick at the top of this list :) This is meaningful to me because when I launched Sober Sidekick in 2019, I knew little about building a healthcare startup. All I knew was the problem that needed to be addressed. I knew that my addiction thrives in isolation, and I wanted to lower the barriers to meaningful connection. There's a long way to go and millions more to serve, but I'm grateful for the meaningful impact we've experienced over the last five years. #scalingempathy Sober Sidekick by Empathy HealthTech

The world's largest virtual peer support program

November 22, 2018, one peer connection saved my life. Today I'm excited to say that Sober Sidekick has now facilitated over 1 Million peer connections. Knowing you are not alone can be the difference between life and death. Grateful for everyone who has supported us on this journey so far. Jordan Carlisle Jake Foerster Ramsay Ball Paige Jernigan Expert Dojo Brian Mac Mahon Nina Capital Michael Brouthers

Thanks to Tech Times for shining a spotlight on our CEO Chris Thompson's journey and the community he has created within the Sober Sidekick platform. Their recent article beautifully captures the essence of Sober Sidekick and the transformation we're bringing to the world of addiction recovery. Key takeaways from the article include: 🌈 The life-changing journey of Chris Thompson, our founder, and the inception of Sober Sidekick. 🤝 Our commitment to reforming the addiction recovery system and providing accessible support for all. 🌐 The positive impact our platform is having on individuals navigating sobriety. 💪 The power of community, connection, and empathy in the recovery journey. Thank you for your support, Tech Times, and for helping us spread the message of hope and recovery! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gqPQEhNw #SoberSidekick #TechTimes #AddictionRecovery #CommunitySupport

In a recent investigative report, KARE 11 uncovered troubling overbilling practices by Minneapolis-based Kyros in the addiction recovery sector, revealing a scheme to profit from Medicaid at the expense of those seeking help. This report serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address corruption and prioritize genuine care over profit in the recovery space. Integrity and transparency must be at the forefront to safeguard the interests of the vulnerable and ensure that every dollar is spent towards legitimate, life-changing support. Read the full article below and thanks to KARE 11 for bringing this to the surface. https://lnkd.in/g4M3h75j