A prevention weekend is an opportunity for faith leaders to share information and resources with members of their faith community. In 2019, the weekend of May 18 and 19 was Helena’s “official” Prevention Weekend, where multiple faith communities provided resources surrounding the topic of preventing substance abuse, supporting those in recovery, and mental health. However, this …
Pairs Jewish prayers with principles from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
According to CelebrateRecovery.com, “Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life.”
According to smartrecovery.org, “SMART Recovery (Self Management And Recovery Training) helps individuals gain independence from addiction (substances or activities). Our efforts are based on scientific knowledge and evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. The 4-Point Program offers specific tools and techniques for each of the program points:
Point 1: Building and Maintaining Motivation
Point 2: Coping with Urges
Point 3: Managing Thoughts, Feelings and Behaviors
Point 4: Living a Balanced Life”
According to Al-anon.org, “Al-Anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. . . . Family members have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have faced similar problems.”
