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More Than a Job: How Employment Supports Recovery When Ashley Neal left treatment in 2006, she was 26 years old and rebuilding her life. She had a place to live. She had family and community around her. She had a sponsor, 12-step meetings, therapy and access to health...
Every September, National Recovery Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate people in recovery, recognize the families and communities supporting them, and increase awareness that recovery from substance use disorder is possible. The latest national data provides an...
For years, communities across the nation have worked tirelessly to address the complex challenges of substance use and overdose. While significant work remains, recent trends provide reason for optimism. Across the United States and here in Florida, declines in...
August is National Wellness Month, a time often associated with self-care, stress management, healthier routines, and taking stock of our overall well-being. For people in recovery—and for the families, friends, providers, peers, and communities supporting...
Recovery is rarely a straight path. Stress, difficult emotions, and everyday challenges can create moments where returning to old habits feels tempting. While there is no single treatment that works for everyone, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has become one of...
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the resilience, contributions, and diversity of LGBTQ+ communities. It is also an important opportunity to recognize the unique mental health and recovery challenges many LGBTQ+ individuals face and the critical role that...
June is Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about preventable health issues and encouraging men to prioritize their physical and mental wellbeing. While conversations about health often focus on physical conditions, mental health remains one of...
Building Stronger Mental Health & Recovery SystemsWhen conversations around mental health and recovery focus only on individuals, it becomes easy to overlook the systems that shape outcomes every day. Policy decisions influence who has access to care, how quickly...
The 2026 Annual Leaders Luncheon to End Overdose brought together more than 300 leaders from across Tampa Bay, each playing a role in shaping the future of recovery in our region. From the opening moments to the final remarks, one theme was clear: progress is happening, but sustaining it will require continued collaboration and action.
As We Grow: Why Mental Health Support Is Essential to RecoveryRecovery is about more than overcoming substance use; it is about building stability, connection, and long-term wellbeing. Mental health plays a critical role in that process. For many individuals...
When we talk about recovery, we often focus on individuals, but systems play just as critical a role. Policy decisions shape who has access to care, how quickly support is available, and whether recovery services are sustainable over time.
The 2026 Annual Leaders Luncheon to End Overdose brought together more than 300 leaders from across Tampa Bay, each playing a role in shaping the future of recovery in our region. From the opening moments to the final remarks, one theme was clear: progress is happening, but sustaining it will require continued collaboration and action.
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