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Some of the centers we were able to help in the past:

December 2024: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada: Barry N., a physcian, is serious about his practice and helping alcohlics. He wrote in, "Good Morning, I am a physician in recovery. My sober date September 3, 1991. Twenty years into my recovery, I opened an office near my hospital where I see addicts and alcoholics of all stripes, especially those with severe grief reactions or chronic and/or terminal diseases. I focus on relapse prevention by supporting 'living life on life's terms' and 'practising these principles in all our affairs'." Dr. Barry, we can't send free books to Canada at this time. However, we can give you some some Xmas cards with a free download of the Pocket Sponsor. I will be mailing some cards shortly and you are welcome to give them away to your clients for the holidays. Thank you so much for the work you do.

November 2024: Wey of Life Peer Recovery Center, Weymouth, MA: Stephanie M., a supportive community member wrote in, "Wey of Life Peer Recovery Center is a new Center where my dear friend, Kristen is the Director. She was one of the first women who took me under her wing and showed me the ropes when I was a newbie. These books will help because a lot of people who visit the center would benefit from the books and any other recovery resources that you are willing to share. Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!" Stephanie, we need more involved community menbers like yourself. Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to help, however small."

October 2024: Kentucky Speciality Court, Staffordsville, KY: Tyler P., supportive community member wrote in, " I have many clients that go to the local substance abuse treatment center that need a book." Thank you Tyler. We hopethese help brighten the season for your clients.

September 2024: Conewago Place, Hummelstown, PA: Jean L, an employee explained, "My treatment center houses men returning to society after long prison sentences. We are attempting to habilitate and rehabilitate as well as help them understand their addiction AND teach them prosocial coping skills to prevent recidivism. Having reminders at your fingertips is a tangible reminder that is easy to keep in your pocket." Twenty-five little thumbnails are on their way.

August 2024: Sober Living in Apopka, FL Kathryn J. wrote in, "We are Living Sober a meeting place with a noon and 8pm meeting daily. We offer alanon and a women’s meeting every week. We have a lot of newcomers from a women and children treatment facility. I think these would be perfect to help a newcomer. As I recently am coming back to celebrate my 1st year, it is my mission to make sure all newcomers are welcome and feel the love."

July 2024: My Choice Addiction Recovery Resources, OAK RIDGE, Tennessee: Bobby B., an employee explained "Bringing in new literature may help fire up some new flames for recovery and give that last little push." Thanks for reaching out Bobby, 25 little thumbnails are on their way.

June 2024: Safe harbor, LaGrange, Georgia: Georgia M., an employee wrote, " Because we are trying to get more people involved with our business and I am sure that of we have information available it would help us to help them." Thank you Georgia for the work you do!

February 2024: Oscoda Church of Christ, Oscoda, MI: Scott B., supportive community member wrote in, " We have 7 different meetings a week at our church building, and are one hour away from the nearest recovery center. These booklets can help provide support for those who cannot drive that far." OK Scott, 25 little thumbnails are on their way.

January 2024: Recovery Coalition, Crawfordsville, KY: Connie E., the director had this to say, "Our Center has a Women’s All Recovery mtg that is trying to find a meditation book that covers all types of addiction. I think this would be a perfect tool for this group and it is something we can give to them to take home with them and keep handy to use in times of need. Thank you for considering us." We appreciate the chance to give back Connie.

December 2023: Genesis East & West, Hopkinsville, KY: Tammy F., an employee wrote in, "Genesis East is a short term residential treatment center for men. We currently have a 22 bed facility. We also have Genesis West for Women that has a 16 bed facility. We are a non profit agency and operate on a tight budget. I order the stocking stuffer packs each year and being able to add something extra to them is an awesome treat. Thanks for all you do to to make the lives of recovering addicts better! They need all the help they can get during this time of the year." Thank you, Stephanie for the work you do. We included a free digital version of the Pocket Sponsor, which you are free to offer to your clients unlimited. Merry Christmas!

November 2023: Genesis East & West, Hopkinsville, KY: Louis F., an employee shared, "These mini recovery booklets can provide valuable support to the center by offering concise and accessible resources for individuals seeking recovery. They can serve as handy reference guides, providing essential information, practical tips, and coping strategies. The booklets can empower individuals by equipping them with knowledge and tools to navigate challenges, promote self-reflection, and encourage positive lifestyle changes, ultimately fostering a more successful recovery process." Louis, We're grateful you contacted us. We included a free digital version of the Pocket Sponsor, which you are free to offer to your clients unlimited. Happy Holidays!

April 2023: Full Circle Recovery Community Center, Omaha, NE: Stephanie B., an employee told us, "This is a grant driven new recovery community center that is in a location that has never had help for addiction. It’s a heavily populated area called Council Bluffs, Iowa that is full of crystal meth addicts. The Full Circle Recovery Community Center has peer support, recovery coaching, volunteers, a helpline and just an all around great welcoming place for All Recovery." We like your enthusiasm, Stephanie. Twenty-five mini booklets are on the way.

January 2023: Health and Healing, Scottsdale, AZ: Rochelle D., a client and volunteer wrote in, "I am currently a client in this recovery program. I have a pocket sponsor and I love it. I take it with me everywhere. I would like to be able to a get one for the clients who are in this program with me. I think it is a very useful tool."Rochelle, welcome to recovery. You're already working the program--Step 12! Keep up the good work.

September 2022: Health Connect America, Shelbyville, TN: Nicole C., an employee asks for her clients and self, "These mini pocket sponsors would make a great and useful gift for our client's who are graduating their IOP program. Once these client's leave this program they tend to struggle with sobriety, especially without their weekly IOP meetings. This would be a great tool for them to utilize when the face an addiction craving while out in the world." Nicole, we hope these few booklets are a useful tool for your clients.

August 2022: Northern Valley Indian Health, DAVIS, CA: Lynn Y., an employee asks for her clients and self, "This would be so helpful in my new position as and AOD counselor here in the Native American Community. These would be great helping out all the clients, reminding them that they are not alone, and that someone out there does care for them."

July 2022: St. Joseph Recovery Center, PARKERSBURG, WV: Brent M, an employee wrote in, "Limited access to the internet and the weekends are free time with no classes and limited reading material. Any guidance and free resources such as books would be wonderful." Thank you Brent for reachng out.

June 2022: Meridian Health Services, WATERFORD, MI: Sarah M, a supportive commuinity member wrote in for the center, "There is currently no literature that is offered. Clients leave with no idea where to go or who to go to for help if they are not going to recovery housing." Sarah--we need more community members such as you. The booklets have been sent.

May 2022: Preferred Child and Family Services, TWIN FALLS, ID: McKay W was very complimentary, "Our substance abuse program would greatly benefit from these mini booklets. We had a few and received great response from clients. They give clients something small to keep in their pockets that encourages them to stay sober and reflect on recovery. Additionally it provides them with a convenient place to keep their sponsors number, and remember their sobriety date." Your kind words mean so much. Makes it worth the time to try and help..thank you.

February 2022: Department of Developmental Services, NAUGATUCK, CT: Nicole V. wrote, "Working with individuals and families with developmental and mental health diagnosis that need support tools with the recovery process. We run recovery and social groups." Thank you Nicole for reaching out. Glad to help.

January 2022: Toxicology Associates, HOUSTON, TX: Christy S wrote, "Great book for my members to keep on hand of their sobriety date and informative positive venue that is theirs and theirs only. This is like a reward for a job well done ❤" We are glad to help in some small way.

December 2021: GENESIS EAST, HOPKINSVILLE, KY: Tammy, who works at Genesis, wrote to us, "The clients we serve are usually destitute from living that life on the streets. Many have nothing at all when they get here. We have a case management supply for toiletries, underwear, socks, and sweat pants/shirts. Anything we can get to help them is appreciated." Tammy, I see you also placed an order--thank you. As a special bonus, I sent you 25 regular Pocket Sponsor Thumbnails--not the original with a few printer errors--so you have the updated ones. I hope this makes everyone's Xmas a little brighter.

November 2021: Exodus House, Kewaskum, WI: Nicole T, an employee, really believes in the mission of her center, "We are a nonprofit 90 day residential treatment facility for adult men with substance use disorders. We are the most affordable residential program in the state of WI. We keep our costs low, so we can help the most people. Most people don't realize how razor thin margins are and we rely heavily on grants, donations and volunteers. The residents would love feeling thought of and appreciated by receiving this to take with them at discharge." Nicole, I hope these help in some small part.

July 2021: Sober Living Community, Philadelphia, PA: Kelly R, is a support menber of the ocmmunity and just wants to see this home get a little extra support. Kelly wrote, "We are a sober living community based on spiritual teachings of AA and God." Thank you for taking the time to help your community Kelly. Books are on their way.

April 2021: The Right Choice Counseling Service, Bremerton, WASHINGTON: Courtney, an employee at Right Choice, Reached out to us, "By any means necessary! We are interested in providing various tools for our clients to explore different aspects of sober living." 50 mini meditations books are on their way to you!

January 2021: Alpine Recovery Services Inc.Arlington, WA: A wonderful employee, Lynn, of Alpine wrote about their need for a bit of support, "We are a small outpatient treatment program that continues to see patients face-to-face. These booklets could go far in supporting our patients. 12-step programs are part of the requirements to attend treatment, as well as getting a sponsor. Everyone can use extra support during this challenging time and we find that when patients engage with others they are more likely to develop a stable recovery program. I facilitate several relapse prevention groups and envision utilizing these during the aftercare phase of treatment. I have one of the early versions of the Pocket Sponsor Thumbnail from 2009-2010 in my office." One hundred of the first edition are on their way to Apline.

August 2020: Serenity Lane, Portland, OR: An employee from Serenity Lane, Kevin, wrote, "I work for a out patient program and have been using tele-health since March. I’m the only counselor who currently has in person groups with a max of 10 plus me. I would use these mini booklets with my vertical clients as an added support tool as well as incorporate it in to our group discussions. My hope is the group members would be able to use it after group hours to support each other." Kevin, I am so glad you are using telehealth but still finding a way to meet in person--please stay safe and your booklets are onthe way.

November 2019: The Last Resort, Modesto, CA Kara, an employee of the center wrote, "I work at, The Last Resort, a co-ed adolescent recovery program serving 13-17 year old clients. We are a small non-profit organization and are always in need of helpful literature for our clients. I believe these mini recovery booklets will be a great asset to our program. I would appreciate your consideration in providing these helpful booklets to our program." We are so glad to help Kara, and are sending you 40 mini meditation booklets. Merry Christmas