National Recovery Month (each September since 1989) is a long-standing observance of the benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery from substance use disorders. Nationwide, millions of people now identify as being in recovery and have had their lives transformed. The goal of the events, activities and education efforts of Recovery Month is to spread the positive message that behavioral health is vital to overall health, treatment is effective, and people can and do recover.

The Department of Community and Human Services is hosting a series of events to honor and celebrate our community members thriving in recovery. Events at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center will highlight the wellness benefits of art, nutrition, exercise and meditation. An afternoon of food, fun and festivities will be held at Ben Brenman Park to celebrate individuals, as well as their families and loved ones, who enjoy the benefits of recovery. Come join us to educate, celebrate and support our strong recovery community.

DEL PEPPER COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
4850 Mark Center Drive
ROOM 1305

Wednesday, September 4:
ARTS & CRAFTS | 10 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Creating and decorating cards, journals and canvas wall displays.

Thursday, September 12:
NUTRITION | 10 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Demos and free samples and information about how nutrition plays a vital role in recovery and wellness.

Tuesday, September 17:
YOGA! | 9 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Free relaxed chair yoga and regular classes. Beginners welcome.

BEN BRENMAN PARK
4800 Brenman Park Drive

Wednesday, September 25
COMMUNITY CELEBRATION! | 3 - 6 P.M.
Family friendly – all are welcome. Free food truck food, music, games, vendors, swag and special guest speakers.

View the 2024 National Recovery Month schedule of events.
*Free Narcan (naloxone) available at all events*