When it comes to combating drug or alcohol addiction with detox and rehab, September may be the most important month of the year. Each year, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) designates September as National Recovery Month. Addiction treatment centers support SAMHSA’s efforts by creating more awareness about addiction.
Whether you are in recovery, a family member supporting a loved one who is struggling with addiction, working as a treatment professional, or need to fill in some volunteer service hours, you can make a difference during National Recovery Month. You can help your community by increasing awareness of addiction while celebrating those who are currently in recovery from this disease.
Learn more about what you can do and contact an addiction treatment center near you today by calling 833.647.0392.
Connect with an Addiction Treatment Center During National Recovery Month
Although substance abuse treatment programs do a lot to increase awareness and support for those suffering from addiction, they can’t do it alone. You can help treatment professionals by simply telling others about the services they provide. Resources and assistance are more effective when others know that they exist. There are also other ways that you can assist treatment centers. Find out more by contacting a local center in your area.
Learn More About Substance Abuse Intervention
One of the reasons why millions of people check into rehab each year is because someone was willing to intervene in their life. You may know someone who could use some help but have no idea how to intervene in their life. If so, educate yourself on how you can help someone that is dealing with drug or alcohol addiction.
For some, making a simple phone call to an addiction treatment center or organization can make a positive difference in their life. If possible, try to find and memorize hotline numbers to organizations or centers in your area. Post them online and share with others who may currently need help.
Perhaps the best thing you can do to show your support in September is to reach out to someone who has an addiction. If you are unsure about how to help someone with their addiction recovery process, then consult a treatment specialist. They can discuss the alcohol or drug addiction treatment programs they offer and guide you through the intervention process. You can make a difference in someone’s life in the next 30 days.
Donate to a Nonprofit Organization or Treatment Center
There is no shortage of organizations and treatment centers in Ohio that work together to help those in addiction. Many of these organizations need your financial support, as well as your volunteer hours. Which organizations can you currently support? Here are a few:
- Local addiction treatment centers
- Local support groups or 12-step programs
- Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
- Foundation for Alcoholism Research
- Shatterproof
- The Amy Winehouse Foundation
- The Herren Project
These and other organizations need donations and volunteers so that they can continue helping others who struggle with addiction.
Attend a National Recovery Month Event
Organizations around the United States plan all types of events during September. These events can include community outreach or celebrations for those in recovery. Support groups or 12-step programs often plan events for members and those in the community. Find out how you can either attend or volunteer at an event to show your support. You’ll be glad you did.
Learn More About National Recovery Month at Midwest Detox Center
If you would like to learn more about how you can help out during National Recovery Month, then contact Midwest Detox Center. We offer addiction treatment therapies as a part of our addiction recovery program.
Call Midwest Detox Center today at 833.647.0392 to find out more about your treatment options and get started on the road to recovery.
