Andy Kalli struggled with a crack cocaine addiction for 24 years, leading to a loss of family ties and personal possessions. At 61, he became a service manager at the Perry Clayman Project in Luton, helping others recover from addiction. Kalli advises clients against apologizing, emphasizing that meaningful change is the true path to amends. His turbulent childhood, marked by trauma and early exposure to drugs and alcohol, informs his understanding of addiction and recovery, equipping him to connect with clients dealing with similar issues.
"At 61, I started working for a rehab centre. Now, I save lives. I make a difference. The cork board full of thank you cards in my office agrees."
"Don't say sorry. Your families have heard it a thousand times. It's by making change that you'll be making amends."
"I deal with a lot of patients who start on drugs and alcohol from 12 years old. My progression wasn't like that, but my childhood was erratic."
"I was always looking for something more. Other business ventures came and went - ice-cream bikes, an ice-sculpture business. Plans for a nightclub fell through."
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