September is National Recovery Month!

National Recovery Month emphasizes that recovery is possible for everyone and that treatment works. To help raise awareness, we’re kicking off our annual #RecoveryRocks campaign!

But first, did you know:

• 😮 20 million Americans struggle with alcohol or drug use disorders, and only 1 in 10 actually seek help

• 😲 10% of US Adults have drug addictions at least once in their lives, and 75% of them report never receiving any form of treatment

• 😮 Since 2000 drug use has caused well over 700,000 overdose deaths

• 😲 1/2 of people 12 years and older have used illicit drugs at least once

• 😮 20% of Americans have alcohol use disorder, and most will never seek treatment

Addiction is a disease, and many never seek treatment due to the stigma associated with addiction.

Let’s break that stigma and create a safe space for everyone who struggles! Let’s let them know that although change is scary, getting treatment is the answer. Recovery is possible; it works, and it rocks!

What is #RecoveryRocks?

#RecoveryRocks is an event to raise awareness around addiction during September, National Recovery Month. Our mission is to provide hope, help, and healing to those struggling with addiction and mental illness.

How are we raising awareness?

We’re inviting everyone in the community, businesses and individuals alike, to get involved by:

1️⃣ Set up your rock painting appointment with us! We will provide the purple-painted rocks, and your team can decorate them with words and pictures of hope.

2️⃣ Send in a picture of your employees with their finished rocks.

3️⃣ September 22-28th the business picture with the most likes on The Walker Center FB will win the traveling, Recovery Champion trophy.

If you know any other people or local businesses, share this page with them!