Join the Voices for Recovery

September is National Recovery Month. Results from the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that approximately 21.6 million people age 12 or older were classified with a substance dependence or misuse disorder. Seeking help can be challenging, especially when people fear discrimination and often feel isolated and alone.

FSG believes that recovery is possible. Let’s stand with our family members, friends and neighbors who are struggling with addiction so they become aware that they are not alone in their efforts. The right support system can help ensure that those in need are addressing the following four key aspects of recovery.

• Health: The person learns to overcome or manage his or her condition(s) or symptom(s)—and make informed, healthy choices that support physical and emotional well-being.
• Home: It is also important to have a stable and safe place to live.
• Purpose: A person in recovery participates in meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteer opportunities, family caretaking, or creative endeavors, and has the independence, income, and resources to participate in society.
• Community: Relationships and social networks should provide support, friendship, love, and hope.

A new SMART Recovery group is forming  in Glencoe. The group has no labels and can help with any addictive behavior that one would like to see changed. For more information about SMART Recovery or individual/family counseling, please email Julie at Julie@familyserviceofglencoe.org.