Title: RRP 38: From Struggles to Strength – Solara Salazar, Co-Founder of Cielo Treatment Center, on Building Resilience and Community in Recovery
Presenters: Peter and Julie with guest Solara Salazar
Length: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Cielo Treatment Center
• Real Recovery Podcast

Key Points:

• [00:00:00] Introduction to Solara’s journey, early life, and challenges.
• [00:05:00] Transformative experiences in treatment and becoming a mentor.
• [00:12:45] Discussion on the importance of supportive spaces for young adults in recovery.
• [00:21:30] The role of lived experience and peer support in recovery.
• [00:35:00] Founding Cielo Treatment Center and commitment to holistic, community-centered recovery programs.
• [00:50:00] Insights into building LGBTQIA2S+ supportive housing.
• [01:05:00] Future goals and advocating for greater resources in recovery care.

Summary: In this episode, Solara Salazar shares her inspiring journey from overcoming personal challenges to becoming a driving force in the recovery community. She speaks candidly about her past and the transformative experiences that led her to co-found Cielo Treatment Center. Solara’s story highlights her dedication to creating a safe, inclusive space for young adults and underrepresented communities, especially within the LGBTQIA2S+ demographic. Her holistic approach in treatment focuses on mental health, self-worth, and sustainable recovery pathways.

Conclusion: Solara’s story is a testament to resilience, community support, and the power of lived experience in recovery. Her work with Cielo Treatment Center not only fosters personal transformation but also redefines how treatment and support are approached in Oregon.

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