| RecoveryIowa.org seeks to organize a grassroots effort
to reduce the stigma attached to those in recovery from substance
abuse addiction.
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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