She Tried to Get Sober. She Got Scammed Instead.

This podcast episode exposes a fraudulent scheme involving sober homes in Arizona that exploited Native Americans and reveals the challenges in helping people with addiction. It highlights how fraudulent sober homes preyed on vulnerable individuals, particularly Native Americans, by offering free housing in exchange for continued drug and alcohol use, leading to a massive increase in reimbursement requests to Medicaid. This fraudulent scheme was uncovered, leading to the closure of several sober homes, but the resulting crackdown had the unintended consequence of leaving many Native Americans homeless. The work of Reva Stewart, who helps stranded Native Americans, is highlighted, showcasing her dedication to the community and the challenges they face. Finally, the episode explores the challenges of helping those struggling with addiction, emphasizing the emotional and time-consuming nature of such work.