Life is a Gift is a support group for affected others, run by Babs, one of our volunteers, who lost her son to addiction.
She uses her own experience to support other families. You're not alone.
#FamilySupport #RecoveryMonth

Life is a Gift is a support group for affected others, run by Babs, one of our volunteers, who lost her son to addiction.
She uses her own experience to support other families. You're not alone.
#FamilySupport #RecoveryMonth
For people who resolved a substance use problem, many said drugs like opioids, stimulants, or cannabis was their primary substance. However, most people —51%—say that alcohol is their primary substance reflecting the high prevalence of alcohol use disorder.
#recoverymonth #RecoveryThroughScience
Second chances do not require abandoning accountability. They require leaving room for growth. This week, encourage one person who is rebuilding something — with one practical, appropriate step. #RecoveryMonth #GiveGrace
About one-third of people in the National Recovery Study said they had dreams about alcohol or drug use. However, these dreams happen less often as people stabilize and build more time in recovery.
On average, it takes 15 years for someone in recovery to reach a quality of life similar to the general population. But there is hope - earlier access to recovery resources such as those available at peer recovery support centers, can help reduce this time to about 5 years.
On average, it takes people between 2 and 5 tries to resolve a substance use problem. Individuals with more serious or long-term substance use histories usually need additional recovery attempts, typically taking them another try or two to achieve recovery.
For US adults who have resolved a substance use problem, 45% consider themselves "in recovery." But recovery looks different for everyone: over 60% haven't had formal treatment, and 40% still use one or more substances.
If someone you love is affected by drugs or alcohol, you don't have to face it alone.
SILK, run by the Spider Project, offers one-to-one, group and telephone support for family, friends and carers.
#FamilySupport #RecoveryMonth
We were delighted to attend the HopeFest Gala Day at Murray Royal just over two weeks ago.
There are still plenty of #RecoveryMonth events to look out for. Check out Scottish Recovery Consortium's page for more information:
scottishrecoveryconsortium.org/src.../recov...
September is Recovery Month. Across the US and Canada, recovery runs, festivals, naloxone training, arts and sober social events are bringing recovery into ordinary community life. Recovery is also about connection, belonging and rebuilding life. #RecoveryMonth
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This National Recovery Month, we celebrate people in recovery while recognizing the power of connection, support, and communities that help people build healthy, fulfilling lives.
Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/recovery-month
September is National Recovery Month. Recovery looks different for everyone, but it's always possible. If you or someone you know needs support, SAMHSA's Helpline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-4357. 💚 #RecoveryMonth
Thinking about stopping smoking? We work with ABL, our smoking cessation provider, to support you alongside your other recovery goals.
wirralways.org.uk
#SmokingCessation #RecoveryMonth
We have two #recoverymonth events on Monday:
1) Get rid of old meds at our Medication Takeback event, 1 - 3 p.m.
2) Watch a film screening and discussion of "Recovery City," 5:45 - 8:00 p.m.
www.cambridgepublichealth.org/honoring-rec...
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Prepare yourself for long-term withdrawal symptoms. Keep making healthy and positive changes as you learn to cope. ☝️
️Negative feelings of anxiety and irritation are normal, so it’s important to be kind to yourself during your recovery journey. ❤️🩹
Recovery is REAL. It touches health home community and purpose. This National Recovery Month we honor every step forward and every voice lifted. #RecoveryMonth #RecoveryJourney
Recovery and physical health go hand in hand. From our walking group to gym sessions, this month we're highlighting wellbeing activities on offer.
Fancy trying something new? Get in touch.
#Wellbeing #RecoveryMonth
Nearly 1 in 10 US adults have resolved a significant alcohol or drug problem. That’s 22 million people with lived recovery experience.
We will continue to use these opportunities to help amplify the voices of the mums we support to ensure all women in recovery in Scotland receive the help and support they need to keep their families together.
The 2026 Pittsburgh Recovery Walk is happening THIS SATURDAY, September 12, from 9 AM to 1 PM! 💜 We can’t wait to see you, so here’s everything you need to know to plan your day.
#PghRecoveryWalk #RecoveryMonth #RecoveryIsPossible #Pittsburgh