CONNECTIONS
A Monthly Newsletter for our Community
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WELCOME: NEW MEMBERS OF THE RISE RECOVERY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VISIT: SCHEDULE A TOUR OF THE CHARLIE NAYLOR CAMPUS
ANNOUNCEMENT: COFFEE ANYONE?
DID YOU KNOW: THE MONKEY FIST - A TRADITION IN RECOVERY
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READ: LAUGHTER - AN IMPACTFUL EFFECT ON MENTAL HEALTH
CELEBRATE: FOUTH OF JULY AT THE CAMPUS
VIEW: OUR RECOMMENDED SUMMER READING LIST
BECOME A FRIEND OF RISE RECOVERY
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WELCOME: NEW MEMBERS OF THE RISE RECOVERY BOARD OF TRUSTEES |
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KAL GRANT
CAUSEWAY ADVISORY GROUP
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LILA MALONE
LILA MALONE INTERIORS
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DR. MARIA MONTANEZ
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
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At Rise Recovery, we are thankful for the leadership, guidance and commitment to serve from our Board of Trustees and we proudly announce the addition of our newest members, Kal Grant, Lila Malone and Dr. Maria Montanez. We are also thankful for the return of Linda Kirks and Benoit Rioux to our board. Please visit our Leadership page for a full listing of our BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
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With our Charlie Naylor Campus officially opened, we'd love for your business or organization to take a tour! For details and to schedule, please contact Kristin Beno, Development Director at: [email protected] or call 210-227-2634, ext. 108.
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RISE RECOVERY IS SERVING UP SOME JOE! |
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Did you know our campus has a fun and fabulous cafe serving specialty cold and hot coffees and teas?!? All proceeds will be donation based, supporting Rise Recovery programs and services! It will soon be open to the public so stayed tuned for details on our website and social media! A big thank you to our amazing barista, Luzma, pictured!
Oh, speaking of, be sure to follow @RiseRecovery on Facebook and Instagram!
Get some joy, give some joy! Coffee never tasted so good!!!
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THE MONKEY FIST: A TRADITION IN RECOVERY |
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We started decorating our new office spaces with what looks like, to some, just balls of rope. They mean so much more as a strong symbol of the hope found in recovery.
A monkey fist is a mariner’s knot used by ships to help them safely dock. The rope line is thrown from the ship towards shore. The crew on shore catches the knot, secures it to the dock and pulls the ship safely to shore. This deep-rooted symbol represents sobriety (traditionally given after 30 days of sobriety); of being pulled in from the sea of drugs and alcohol to solid ground by the group. The group is the crew that pulls the newcomer safely to shore.
At Rise Recovery we want to be that crew to all San Antonio-area youth, young adults and family members struggling with the effects of drugs and alcohol. Learn more ABOUT US.
Thank you to staff member and amazing photographer, Katina Adcock, for the beautiful picture. Learn more ABOUT KATINA.
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LAUGHTER REALLY IS THE BEST MEDICINE |
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Our staff can get pretty silly, we often share jokes to brighten each others day. Last Friday was #InternationalJokeDay and we posted some staff favorites on Facebook and Instagram, like the one above submitted by staff member, Roy Reina. Laughter is a tool that can be utilized by anyone for their mental and physical well being and specifically, for those in recovery. A common phrase used in recovery is, "Fake it to make it." Just by laughing, you can switch your mindset to positive mode. Laughter can impact your outlook even if you feel the situation is hopeless. So, let's keep laughing.
Oh, did I already mention, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @RiseRecovery
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A TIME TO CELEBRATE:
OUR COUNTRY AND OUR PEOPLE
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On Monday, we had our very first Rise Recovery program event at the new campus, celebrating the Fourth of July! Our wonderful staff hosted program participants and their families and even some of our new neighbors joined us! Each week, we provide activities for our participants to attend; sober fun is vital in recovery! LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS
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RISE RECOVERY'S RECOMMENDED READS! |
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Summertime is the best time to pick up a good book! We have gathered some favorites on the subject of recovery, how substance use issues affect the family, co-dependency, setting boundaries, the effects of substance use on youth, and more. View our:
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BECOME A FRIEND OF RISE RECOVERY! |
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Your support towards our mission directly impacts the lives of youth and families seeking recovery support for substance use issues at low or no cost to them and helps us continue to expand our reach to those in need.
There are several gifting options you can choose from including a one-time donation or conveniently schedule a recurring donation through our Friends of Rise Recovery gift plan to have an amount of your choosing automatically withdrawn on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis. We also have a list of needed items if you would like to give an in-kind donation. Click for details:
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Thank you for your support! |
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Whether you pocket-dialed us, your toddler got into your phone apps, or you actually need help, we're here for you no matter what! Call us at 210-227-2634, email us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook @RiseRecovery.
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