Anthony Brown, Author, "From Park Bench to Park Avenue," and Founder of Brown Manor, Our Guest on MOCwithTiffany

“From being homeless for 23 years to having a reason to live, I felt a strong desire to give back to those who are just like I was.  I have been on the streets and want to offer a hand up to those who want something more than just a handout.” – Anthony Brown - www.anthonyhowardbrown.com

Anthony Brown is the founder and director of Coordinating & Assisting Recovery Environments (C.A.R.E.), located in Anaheim, California. Since 1999, Anthony’s passion has been providing specialized treatment for individuals who suffer with mental illness combined with a substance use disorder. With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from California State University, Fullerton, Anthony developed and directed a long-term residential treatment model, which has fueled his dream to open a home for those who have suffered from the disease of addiction and mental illness called Brown Manor. He is the author of the book entitled, “From Park Bench to Park Avenue: One Man's Journey Out of Homelessness.” He enjoys being thankful for each breath and gratefully lives every moment of his amazing life.

Anthony Brown’s Biography, “From Park Bench to Park Avenue: One Man’s Journey Out of Homelessness.” on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3hm0BZF

• Founder of Brown Manor, Home for the Homeless
• Author
• Founder and Director of Coordinating & Assisting Recovery Environments (C.A.R.E.)
• Registered Nurse
• Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor, CATC III N
• Speaker
• Professor

One Man’s Remarkable Journey Overcoming A Life of Trauma, Homelessness, Addiction, and Incarceration

On this episode of Moment’s of Clarity with Tiffany, Tiffany Werhner interviewed guest, Anthony Brown, a man who overcame homelessness and addiction. He recently wrote a book entitled From Park Bench to Park Avenue. In the book he describes his journey from being homeless and addicted to drugs to recovery and success using his story to inspire others.

Anthony first discussed his difficult childhood with Tiffany. He grew up in an abusive household with a mother who had issues with alcohol. From an early age, in order to cope, Anthony masked his pain with drugs and did not want to go to school. He felt a lot of shame and guilt about growing up in such a dysfunctional environment that led him down a very dark path. As an adult, he was arrested several times. During one arrest an officer asked Anthony if he needed help, and at that moment, he was ready to receive it. Anthony was placed in a drug treatment center where he got sober.

Although Anthony achieved sobriety, he was still homeless. One day on a park bench, Anthony says he had a spiritual awakening from God. He felt God touch his heart and was filled with an inner peace. He felt his life change from that moment and started to pray and live a life of faith.

Anthony’s life began to change: he found employment and got off the streets. Even though Anthony had quit school in the 8th grade, he managed to get back into school as an adult and earn multiple degrees.

Anthony then starting sharing his story openly and began to heal. Once he healed, he used his story to help others in similar situations. He did speaking engagements about mental health. He became a professor and a director of nursing services at a psychiatric hospital. He also opened up a sober house for those struggling with addiction and mental illness. Anthony has dedicated his life to helping others.

Get in Touch and Help with Anthony’s Cause

• Website: https://anthonyhowardbrown.com

• Facebook (Brown Manor): https://www.facebook.com/Anthonybrownmanor/

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anthony-brown-6320781b/

• Brown Manor GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/brown-manor-hope-for-the-homeless

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