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AICDAC RECOVERY HUB
NEWSLETTER
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The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission's (AICDAC) Recovery HUB has a primary goal of providing training and technical assistance to Recovery Support Services Providers throughout Region 6 and Region 7.
The Recovery HUB works with Single County Authorities (SCAs), Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs), Grassroots Organizations, and other providers to provide FREE training and Technical Assistance that serves to enhance, expand, and promote recovery supports in Western Pennsylvania.
Our service area includes:
Region 6: Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Greene, Fayette, Indiana, Somerset, Washington and Westmoreland counties.
Region 7: Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango and Warren counties.
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2026 Regional Recovery Support Workforce Summit
Registration is still open for Region 6!
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Join us for the AICDAC Recovery HUB’s 3rd Annual Recovery Support Workforce Summit!
Spend the day learning, sharing and connecting with individuals and organizations supporting Recovery Initiatives throughout
Western Pennsylvania!
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
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Region 7
Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango and Warren Counties
May 21, 2026
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Conewango Club
201 Market Street Warren, PA 16365
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| Registrations are closed for Region 7 and the Agenda is live! | | |
Presentations
Sondra Anderson, CHW
Center for Family Services
Gene Blair, Jr., CRS, Filmmaker
Katie Gassner, NCTTP,
Growing Wellness
Kayla Tandarich, CMW, BS
Wesley Family Services
Angela Morton, MA, CFRS
Recovery Is NWPA
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Award Honorees
Rebecca Smith, CRS
Recovery Advocate of the Year
Center for Family Services, Inc
Recovery Friendly Workplace
Angela Eckstrom
Lifetime Achievement
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Region 6
Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties
June 25, 2026
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
IUP HUB
(Hadley Union Building)
319 Pratt Drive
Indiana, PA 15701
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CRSs, CFRSs, RECOVERY COACHES, SCAs, RCOs, AND
TREATMENT PROVIDERS!
ANYONE PROVIDING RECOVERY SUPPORT, and RECOVERY ADVOCATES!
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Organizations are invited to set up a table at the events to showcase their services!
*Exhibitor registration for Region 6 closes 6/5/26*
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Call for Presenters!
Do you have knowledge, tools, or lived experience that can support recovery and community wellbeing?
We are inviting presenters who are passionate about sharing ideas, practices, and inspiration. Join us in creating a space for learning, connection, and hope. *Proposals for Region 6 close 6/1/26*
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Award Nominations
Do you know an individual or organization that has made an outstanding impact? We will be issuing awards for Recovery Advocate of the Year, Recovery Friendly Workplace, and Lifetime Achievement.
Submit a nomination to honor those whose work deserves to be celebrated! *Nominations for Region 6 close 5/25/26*
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Jason Waltenbaugh Photography will be joining us from 10:00am -1:00pm to offer FREE professional headshots.
A professional headshot will help you make a strong first impression, build credibility, and strengthen your personal brand across resume.
| | Visit our webpage to Register as an Attendee or Exhibitor and to submit Presentation Proposals, Award Nominations, and to reserve you time slot for a Headshot! | | |
The 2025 Year in Review
is now available!
The Recovery HUB has compiled data from 2025 into a document to showcase how they have been providing training and technical assistance throughout the 22 county service area and the impacts their initiative is making. For comparison, we have added a link to access BOTH the 2024 and 2025 documents. The 2025 report contains a new section to highlight the increase of PCB certified recovery support professionals throughout the counties.
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AICDAC Recovery HUB Monthly Learning Collaboratives
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CRS/CFRS Regional
Learning Collaborative
We meet the 4th Wednesday of every month at 9:00am to discuss topics related to delivery of Recovery Support Services
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RCO Regional
Learning Collaborative
We meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 9:00am to discuss topics related to Recovery Community Organizations and Recovery Community Centers.
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Upcoming AICDAC Recovery HUB Sponsored Training | |
All training is FREE. Click on the underlined segments to view the flyer and registration information
Waynesburg University received a grant from DDAP to support the SUD counseling workforce for their Master's in Addiction Counseling Program. The program is 100% online, tailored to adult learners, and provides stipends and tuition while in the program. The Recovery HUB has scheduled two online Lunch Break Q&A sessions with Dr. Kelley McNichols on May 27th and June 17th from noon until 1:00, for interested individuals to learn more about the program. Get more information here!
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Lunch Break Q&A Session - 5/27/26, ZOOM
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Confidentiality - 6/5/26, Kittanning, PA
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Confidentiality - 6/10/26, New Castle, PA
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Recovery Coaching in Justice Settings - 6/10/26 - 6/11/26, Greensburg, PA
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Lunch Break Q&A Session - 6/17/26, ZOOM
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CRS/CFRS Training Series - Thursdays, 7/9/26 thru 9/10/26, Brockway, PA
| AICDAC Recovery HUB Sponsored Training Menu | | |
- Grant Writing
- Confidentiality
- Professional Boundaries
- Documentation
- Harm Reduction
- Multiple Pathways of Recovery
- CRS/CFRS Training Series
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CCAR Signature Trainings offered by the Recovery HUB
- Recovery Coach Academy
- Recovery Coaching Basics
- Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches
- Spirituality and Recovery Coaching
- Recovery Coaching and Professionalism
- Recovery Coaching in the Emergency Department
- Recovery Coaching in Justice Settings
- Coachervision
- Advanced Academy for Recovery Coaches
| | All training is FREE and can be requested by clicking HERE! | | As a professional courtesy, if you register to attend a training and are unable to attend, please unregister or reach out to the training host to let them know you are not able to make it. | | AICDAC Recovery HUB Technical Assistance | | |
- Community Needs Assessment
- Community Outreach
- Stigma and Language
- Grant Consultation
- Harm Reduction
- Recovery Community Center Operation
- Recovery Friendly Workplaces
- Recovery Housing
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- Recovery Support Services
- Recovery Support Services Development
- Recovery Support Services Integration
- Job Shadowing
- Recovery Planning
- Re-Entry
- Family Recovery Support
- Recovery Support Services Supervision
| | All TA is FREE and can be requested by clicking HERE! | |
Trainings and Events happening throughout the Regions
Click on underlined segments for more information
Bethel Life Worship Center is offering FREE transportation to individuals residing in Mercer County. Click here for more information.
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Community Campfire Gatherings: Friends in recovery meet monthly (on the 3rd Friday at 7pm) at Too Far Out Farm in Crawford County to share experience, strength & hope around the campfire. Meet the horses, learn how they aid recovery and roast a marshmallow or two! This is a casual, country outing for the whole family. Bring your camp chairs and join around the campfire!
RSVP here https://www.toofaroutfarm.org/events#CAT
Mutual Aid support for deaf individuals is underway in Westmoreland County! An in-person ASL All-Recovery Meeting kicked off on April 12, 2026 at Sage's Army in Irwin. Meetings will be held biweekly from 1pm-3pm.
AICDAC Recovery Simulations are on the calendar!
The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug & Alcohol Commission has scheduled Recovery Simulations in Clarion, Armstrong, and Indiana Counties. Everyone is encouraged to attend , especially people who interact with individuals experiencing SUD. The Simulations are free!
Clarion Simulation: June 17, 2026
Armstrong Simulation: July 15, 2026
Indiana Simulation: September 9, 2026
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Community Campfire Gatherings - Guys Mills, PA
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Recovery Connection Picnic - 5/29/26, Greenville, PA
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Line Dance Monthly - 6/6/26, Greenville, PA
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Skip the sip and PAINT - 6/13/26, Greenville, PA
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Recovery Simulation - 6/17/26, Clarion, PA
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Recovery Connection Picnic - 6/26/26, Greenville, PA
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Healing the Stigma of Addiction/Recovery101PRO-Trainings (PRO-A) - 7/15/26, Greenville, PA
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Recovery Connection Picnic - 7/17/26, Greenville, PA
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Recovery Connection Picnic - 8/14/26, Greenville, PA
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Wounded Healers and Loss/Establishing and Sustaining Psychological Safety in the SUD Workplace Trainings (PRO-A) - 8/18/26, Greenville, PA
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Recovery Simulation - 9/9/26, Indiana, PA
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Recovery Connection Picnic - 9/11/26, Greenville, PA
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Supporting from a Strength-Based Perspective/ Multiple Pathways of Recovery Trainings (PRO-A) - 10/14/26, Greenville, PA
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Engaging People with Love - Meeting People Where They Are & Helping Them Heal Training (PRO-A) - 11/18/26, Greenville, PA
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Teetotal Initiative - FREE! Sober Events Calendar
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If you organization is has open Recovery Support positions, let us know and we'll help spread the word!
Positions will be advertised for 30 days.
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Things happening throughout Pennsylvania
Click on underlined segments for more information.
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This publication and project are made possible by SAMHSA FAIN 6H79TI085783-01M001 and by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Grant Number 4100095780.
Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA or DDAP. Individuals seeking treatment or supports for themselves or a loved one can call the toll-free PA Get Help Now helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or text (717) 216-0905.
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