Whether from alcohol, gambling, drug, or other addictions, successful recovery is possible. September was National Recovery Month, which celebrates those that have successfully overcome addiction, or mental health issues, to improve their lives. It allows us the opportunity to share their message of hope with our community.
Mental illness and addiction pose challenges to people from all walks of life, in every socio-economic class. In the past, the public perceived addicts as heroin-shooting junkies or homeless alcoholics. This false perception is dangerous because it isolates these health concerns as something that can’t happen to you or your family.
Porter-Starke Services’ Recovery Center is open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 12:00pm for the next week for individuals who wish to learn more about it. While the road to recovery is long and difficult, those with addiction problems can overcome their disease with treatment. National Recovery Month lauds the bravery and effort people exhibit to put their lives back on track.
