Faith organizations possess an inherent strength in leading the charge against addiction stigma, which is rooted deeply in their foundational principles of compassion, forgiveness, and communal support.
It’s been said the opposite of addiction is connection; community and connection is what faith communities do best.
These...
Recovery is multifaceted, and one of the foundational pillars that supports this journey is health.
As discussed in Alison Webb’s book, Recovery Allies, the pillar of health is recognized as essential by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. This pillar emphasizes the...
Is an Ideal Workplace Even on Your Radar?
by Dick Dyer, APR, Rachel Knight from Destination Occupation, and John Lewis from Synergy Workforce Solutions – all volunteering as the workforce development arm of the Manufacturers Association of Maine.
No one’s journey in life is exactly the...
The seasonal holidays and months that follow can be a challenge for people in or seeking recovery. Despite being known as the “most wonderful time of the year” it is not always so. Demands on our time and energy often leaving us feeling tired,...
What can you do?
“What can I do to help?” It’s a question that friends, families, neighbors, and community members often ask when they want to support people in recovery. Sometimes they ask how to support a specific individual they know and love. Sometimes they...
Built on compassion, sustained with love
In 1982, prompted by a vision to build a supportive community for all types of recovering people, Stephen Andrew started “Recovery Camp” at the Rowe Camp and Conference Center in Western MA.
Looking to build an opportunity for adults to...
