The Mission

We challenge Iowans to Sign Up and Stand Up for Recovery.

The impact of drug and alcohol addiction within society may at times seem overwhelming. Yet, when we understand the power of Recovery and recognize and support the thousands of Iowans who enter, achieve and live in Recovery, the stigma of addiction is diminished.

What can I do to support people in Recovery from addictions?

First and foremost, it is important to realize that addiction and Recovery are health issues. When individuals stop abusive drinking or use of drugs it improves their mental and physical health. Support happens when we understand the health consequences, and end the discrimination that individuals in recovery face every day.

Whether you are in Recovery, or whether you are supporting a family member, loved one, neighbor, employer, or friend, signing up and standing up for Recovery is important.

How can I receive support for my own Recovery efforts?

There are many organizations around your community and the state of Iowa that celebrate the power of recovery. Some treatment programs host “alumni” groups in their communities and help coordinate recovery efforts across their area. For a complete list of recovery programs in your area, search the Iowa Facility Locator online, or call 1-866-242-4111.

How can I encourage others to get involved in Recovery?

Recovery is a positive and powerful step that can seem frightening to the person fighting addiction. You will find numerous resources for talking to friends and family members about Recovery on the Resources page, or by calling 1-866-242-4111.

What can I do to be counted?

There are many ways to get involved.  You can let local programs know you want to join an alumni group; step forward and tell your story when asked; help others make it in Recovery. Take time to understand the importance of Recovery in people’s lives and what it means to them. When you “Sign Up and Stand Up” for Recovery on our website you will be “counted.” You will also have the option to register for several categories of information or involvement. Get involved, be counted. Go to Sign Up and Stand Up.

How do I know I'm not alone?

There are thousands upon thousands of Iowans in recovery, living healthy, drug and alcohol free lives--running corporations, coaching little league, ministering to congregations, practicing medicine, teaching children, raising cattle, building houses, and living next door.

Sign up and Stand Up -- let us know you want to be counted. There are thousands of Iowans, just like you, who want more information, who want to meet with others in recovery, who want to take a stand of support.

You’re not alone.

Sign Up and Stand Up… for Recovery.

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