"Opening Your Doors and Your Hearts to Help Those in Need": The McAlister Institute

Jeanne McAlister, the iconic founder of the McAlister Institute, shares how 49 years of innovative addiction and mental health programs are transforming lives and strengthening the regional workforce. In this episode, hear actionable insights on cross-sector partnerships, treatment access, and building a culture of recovery that supports employees, families and communities. Listen Where You Live! A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years. "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local. For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting. About Mission Fed Credit Union A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community , helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations. For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at

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"Opening Your Doors and Your Hearts to Help Those in Need": The McAlister Institute is an episode from Spotlight on the Community by Cloudcast.

This episode is 26:59 long.

This episode was published on May 1, 2026.

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