Being a recovery ally is a journey, a lifelong commitment to take actions that support people in recovery. There are many ways to show your support. Here are some tips that I have learned from my friends and colleagues in recovery. 1. Listen There’s nothing like...
In the early days and weeks of recovery, when the heart is raw, relationships are shattered, deep fear about what happens next abounds and a future in wellness seems impossible, Joanne Arnold captures moments of connection that tell stories of determination and hope....
Family members can be a critical support for people in recovery, and they can take what they learn in their families and become allies in the community. As recovery allies - parents, stepparents, grandparents, step grandparents, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters,...
There are so many ways that yoga allies can support your recovery journey! I spoke with four yoga instructors who have experienced the transformative power of yoga and want to share it with others. Elise Boyson, the Executive Director of Sea Change Yoga in Portland,...
For many people, the recovery journey includes a deepening conviction and dedication to what is holy, and for some this path includes Christian worship. I spoke recently with three pastors and two church members about the role of clergy and the faith community in...
Unexpected Messengers of Hope Police departments across the state are on the front lines of addressing Maine’s addiction crisis. The opioid epidemic has been front and center for law enforcement for many years, and local police departments have worked on reducing...
If you want to know how to bring people together and create connections, just ask a Rotarian. “Rotary brings people from the community together every week. I can’t think of another organization that has that kind of reach.” That’s the message Lisa Hallee, a member of...
Police departments across the state are on the front lines of addressing Maine’s addiction crisis. The opioid epidemic has been front and center for law enforcement for many years, and local police departments have worked on reducing overdose deaths and helping people...
Business owners play a crucial role in creating recovery friendly communities. They can be change agents when it comes to supporting people in recovery and creating opportunities along their journey to wellness. In addition to proactively employing people in recovery,...
Are you an employer who cares about making your community a place where your employees can all lead healthy lives? If you answered “yes,” you can be a recovery ally. Recovery allies are family members and friends of people in recovery, professionals, community groups...