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National Recovery Month Essay

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Reach Out, Speak Up in September for National Recovery Month
People in recovery are all around us. Sometimes it takes one of those National Days or Months to remind us. You know, National Taco Day or Donut Month or all those you don’t pay too much attention to.
But in the light of the rising opioid epidemic, September is a serious one where National Recovery Month can highlight for families that substance use disorders can be treated just as effectively as other health problems.
By speaking up from Friday September 1st about the issues and reaching out to those who need help, you can help encourage public awareness and inspire others. Together so many of us can help others get to a point where they realize the promise of recovery.
If you …show more content…

Or can remind friends and family out of love and concern that there is massive support for people who are suffering from substance use disorders and they can find a new path towards long-term recovery: https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/news/blog/recovery-centers-america-opens-first-drug-alcohol-rehabilitation-center-pennsylvania/ Recovery Month features a variety of educational and entertaining events across the country and is now an international celebration of the power of recovery. By attending events during September, whether full-scale public walks or small gatherings at 12-step clubhouses, you can acknowledge those who need help while encouraging public awareness and inspiring others.
The PRO-ACT Recovery Walk is the largest recovery walk in the country with over 18,000 people in attendance. Attendance with the huge annual throng at Penn’s Landing will demonstrate your support for the recovery community, including doctors, nurses and therapists who provide prevention, treatment and recovery support …show more content…

The legendary RCA interventionist played a pivotal role in bringing positive attention to individuals and families who are in long-term recovery.
Before his untimely passing this year, Jay forged a national reputation for his role in rallying behind making prevention, treatment and recovery support available and accessible for all who need it and Jay was instrumental in organizing the PRO-ACT Recovery

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