A Season of Reflection - As I wrap up my first month as the newest team member of Recovery Communities of North Carolina I cannot help but reflect on all of the gifts 2016 has brought the recovery movement. I find it little less that coincidental that we are entering the fall season which has been a time of reflection, shedding of old ideas and a celebratory period of our accomplishments so far. 

Yes, 2016 was a BIG year for the recovery movement and we all have much to be grateful for. Critical milestones like the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) was successfully signed into law earlier this year. We are also patiently awaiting the release of the Surgeon General's report on addiction and recovery in the United States, which is the first of it's kind. This report, scheduled for public release on Nov. 18th, will likely impact clinical care for those with substance use disorder and provide additional recovery support suggestions we will use to help direct future efforts in our country.  North Carolina is continuing to lead the way in advocacy and education nationally. We are thrilled to continue to work with our various partners at the state and local levels to help provide critical access to treatment and recovery support services. Under the guidance of our incredible Board of Directors and dedicated staff and volunteers, RCNC continues to be an innovative leader within a poised, national movement. We cannot wait to see what 2017 will bring!