The Recovery Current
news & updates
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September 30, 2019 | Issue 2
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If you're interested in hosting a naloxone kit-making event with volunteers or you'd like to do community naloxone trainings, please contact the Director of the Nevada Recovery Network,
Sean O'Donnell
(702)461-9649
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Overdose Response Initiative: Equipping Sober Living Facilities Across Nevada with Naloxone and Training
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Foundation for Recovery is partnering with individuals, organizations, and coalitions across Nevada to distribute naloxone, the opioid overdose antidote, into sober living facilities and train residents and staff.
We've all heard the tragic stories about preventable overdoses in these facilities and those that occur shortly after discharge. It's important that facility staff, peers and residents are trained to respond to an opioid overdose and have the antidote on hand.
Through a generous donation, Foundation for Recovery has received 4,000 doses of naloxone and syringes. We've partnered with other organizations to source kit materials like bags, gloves and breathing barriers.
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Launching the Recovery Advocacy Project - A Call for Localized Recovery Advocacy!
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The Recovery Advocacy Project (RAP) is a network of people and organizations across the country advocating for addiction recovery policies. RAP is committed to giving people in recovery, family members, and supporters of recovery the grassroots organizing tools to think and act locally. RAP is working to build a visible and effective constituency in demand of community and public policy based solutions in response to America’s long standing addiction crisis.
Take Actions, Share your advocacy, and apply to lead
Visit the Recovery Month page on the new Recovery Advocacy Project website to take immediate actions and share your support!
National Pre-Launch Call
On Saturday, September 14, 2019, recovery advocates from across the country joined the nationwide pre-launch call. On the call, the Recovery Advocacy Team details what the Recovery Advocacy Project is, tools available for leaders and communities, and exciting updates to follow.
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Watch the Webinar Right Here
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Leadership Applications
Recovery Advocacy Project Leadership positions are volunteer service commitments served over two years. Each leader receives specialized, hands-on training, access to cutting-edge tools and helps to identify recovery-related issues within their district and share successes and resources with leaders of other states.
The Recovery Advocacy Project (RAP) is committed to giving people in recovery, family members, and supporters of recovery the grassroots organizing tools to think and act locally. RAP is working to build a visible and effective constituency in demand of community and public policy based solutions in response to America’s long standing addiction crisis.
There are two leadership categories, state and regional. Within each state, several State Leaders will be selected to serve their one-year term. Each region will have one leader selected to work with the state leaders.
One position is not greater than another. Regional leads hold no authority over state leads, but act as a liaison between each of the state leaders.
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Recovery Voices Vote!
National Voter Registration Day was late September, an observance that first started in the 2012 elections.
There are over 23 million Americans living in long-term recovery. And another 21 million Americans still struggling. 1 in 3 households is directly impacted by addiction. Yet, our voices are often silenced and ignored. That changes now.
People in recovery, their families, and allies of the recovery community will no longer be silent. Together, we can show our country that our voices matter and that we will mobilize.
Each vote ensures election results are representative of what we, the recovery community, want. Our elected officials need to know that we will not be silent and we will no longer tolerate decisions being made about us, without us.
Did you Know?
- Foundation for Recovery registers voters at our Las Vegas recovery center?
- Also, earlier this year a new law restored the voting rights for Nevadan's who've been convicted of a felony?
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The Caring Closet is Looking for Support
The Caring Closet is officially open at our Las Vegas Recovery Community Center!
The Caring Closet provides free clothing to people seeking recovery from substance use disorder and/or mental health issues. We meet people where they are at and our guests can browse the closet in a welcoming environment.
The Caring Closet is available Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. and run by the staff of Foundation for Recovery in addition to a small cohort of dedicated, loyal, and tireless volunteers.
Donations of clean men’s and women’s clothing, including shoes and accessories can be brought directly to Foundation for Recovery (Suite 12) during business hours of Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Have some clothes you could donate?
Caring Closet Wish List:
- Men's Jeans
- Socks
- Backpacks
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Recap from the annual Rally for Recovery
This year we had an outstanding turnout at the annual Rally for Recovery. Nearly 400 people attended the event. Community partners shared resources with the community and speakers shared inspiration and hope with attendees. You can see all the photos and videos on Facebook.
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Watch all the videos Right here:
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Recovery Month Proclamation
September is recognized nationally as Recovery Month but in late September, our own local officials recognize and highlight the work of Foundation for Recovery with a proclamation for Recovery Month.
The City of Las Vegas Government emphasized the tremendous contributions our founder, Stuart Smith, and his dedication to bringing passionate people in recovery together to advance and support recovery across the city of Las Vegas, greater Nevada, and the country.
In his speech, he underscored that this work, like our personal recovery, is not done alone, rather, with a community.
A special thank you to Las Vegas, Nevada Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Councilwoman Victoria Seaman, Councilwoman Michele Fiore, and the many others who support recovery.
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International Overdose Awareness Day
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Each year in August, we remember those we've lost to overdose. The 31st of the month is International Overdose Awareness Day. As our great nation battles the addiction crisis, we raise awareness by sharing our stories and coming together as a community to honor those we've lost.
This year, our communities planned several events across Nevada to memorialize those we've lost and raise awareness.
Our Director of Communications, Sean O'Donnell, shared his story at the Overdose Awareness Day in Southern Nevada. Our Program Director visited a local jail to meet women and shared their stories at the Overdose Awareness Day event in northern Nevada.
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Grand Opening of Las Vegas Alternative Peer Group!
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A new program is available for youth and teens in or seeking recovery, the Grand Opening of the Alternative Peer Group in Las Vegas was held on August 24th and celebrated by the community.
"An estimated 30,000 teens in the Las Vegas Valley are at risk of getting addicted to drugs and alcohol. Only one-third of those will ever get the help they need." - FOX 5 News
Alternative Peer Group is a drop-in center for teens suffering from substance use disorder. This after school/summer program is driven by peer mentors that provide recovery support services and healthy time management life skills. Programs such as painting, dance, yoga, recovery related meetings and family activities are all part of each day’s activities.
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Google's Recover Together
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Google creates special site for Recovery resources, stories, and programs.
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September was National Recovery Month and Google has worked with recovery ambassadors and advocates from across the country to develop the Recover Togethers site. Leading organizations like Foundation for Recovery, Young People in Recovery, The Partnership and Center on Addiction, and others came together to make this a reality. Take a look at the new site, search for resources, and read about Foundation for Recovery's work highlighted on the site.
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Recovery-Friendly Workplace Initiative
Foundation for Recovery was highlighted on the Google Recover Together site for our Recovery-Friendly Workplace initiative.
Similar to workplace wellness programs, recovery-friendly workplaces foster a corporate culture of celebrating recovery, providing support and confronting the shame and stigma of addiction within the workplace.
Is your organization talking to the 1 in 3 American households affected?
Foundation for Recovery is working to promote the Recovery-friendly workplaces across Nevada and support employers in the process.
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Share Your Recovery Story
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By sharing your story, you share the possibilities of a better life and the empowerment accompanying recovery.
We believe effective messaging can help eliminate shame and secrecy, challenge deeply rooted social stigmas, and facilitate a positive conversation about addiction and recovery in our community.
Let’s help each other celebrate the milestones in our lives today!
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Upcoming Trainings
Continuing Education Credit Opportunities
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HIV/STI/HCV Training Enhancement for Peer Specialists
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This four hour training will give peers the understanding of common STI's and how to appropriately work with their peers who may have been exposed to STI or need sexual health education.
Mark your calendars, this training will be taking place from 3:30 - 7:30 on October 2nd.
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Attend the Nevada Recovery Network Academy and join a statewide network
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As part of the Nevada Statewide Recovery Network, we've developed leadership training courses to give you the tools to begin mobilizing around recovery in your community.
The Academy combines 10 courses and is delivered in-person, over several weeks.
The trainings are currently held twice per month at New Leaf Family Services.
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Questions? contact avatta Palm, Women's Program Manager, at
lpalm@forrecovery.org or via phone at (702)257-8199 x943
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Friday, October 11th from 1-2 p.m.
Are you or someone you know seeking recovery from substance use or mental health disorders? If yes, this workshop is for you! Join us as we build new skills in 4 modules including, leadership, coping, choices, and forgiveness.
Children are welcome to attend with an adult.
Transportation assistance is available
Lynee James, Training Specialist, will be leading these workshops. She's reachable at jasames@msn.com or 707.743.2630
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Join a community of other Peers on Global Peer Support Day
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Global Peer Support Day is an annual educational event for peer specialists and takes place in cities across the world.
This year, we're hosting Global Peer Support Day in partnership with the VA. Trainings held at the event are eligible for continuing education credits required for PRSS certification maintenance.
The full-day event will take place at the VA education building on October 17.
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