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RECOVERY BLOG


Breaking Free: Skylar M’s Journey to Recovery
Skylar M’s Recovery Story Skylar M’s path to recovery was marked by moments of darkness and clarity. “My lowest point was not seeing a...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Desperation to Determination: Adam Brehmer’s Path to Recovery
Adam Brehmer’s Recovery Story Adam Brehmer’s journey to recovery began at rock bottom—in December 2023, when he was hospitalized for...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Heartbreak to Healing: Frances Gordon’s Journey to Recovery
Frances Gordon’s Recovery Story Frances Gordon’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—on September 12, 1993, in a basement on...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Homelessness to Hope: Sandra Egner’s Journey to Recovery
Sandra Egner’s Recovery Story Sandra Egner’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—when she was homeless, having lost everything,...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


Finding Hope After Loss: Lynn Boswell’s Journey to Recovery
Lynn Boswell’s Recovery Story Lynn Boswell’s path to recovery was shaped by unimaginable pain—the loss of her son. “My lowest point was...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Surviving to Thriving: Jo Ann Blalock-Davis’s Journey to Recovery
Jo Ann Blalock-Davis’s Recovery Story Jo Ann Blalock-Davis’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—as a young single mom of five,...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Homelessness to Healing: Evelon Ferguson’s Journey to Recovery
Evelon Ferguson’s Recovery Story Evelon Ferguson’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—when she was homeless, unemployed, stuck...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


Rebuilding from Rock Bottom: Andre Thomas’s Journey to Recovery
Andre Thomas’s Recovery Story Andre Thomas’s path to recovery began at his lowest point—when a relapse cost him everything. “My lowest...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Rock Bottom to 32 Years Clean: Barbara Hill’s Journey to Recovery
Barbara Hill’s Recovery Story Barbara Hill’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—living in her mother’s house, feeling...
Shannon Egan
Mar 62 min read


From Rock Bottom to Recovery: William’s Journey to Hope
When William began his recovery journey, his life seemed to be falling apart. He was homeless, broke, and unemployed. His family was...
chicagocrcc
Dec 5, 20242 min read

Pink October Event: Join Us in the Fight Against Breast Cancer, Oct. 25
🎀 Join Us in the Fight Against Breast Cancer!  🎀 Come together for an evening of inspiration and empowerment! Hear from incredible...
chicagocrcc
Oct 22, 20241 min read

Join the Monthly Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care Meeting for Westside Chicago
Are you looking to collaborate with community partners, recovery advocates, and service providers in Chicago's Westside? The Chicago...
chicagocrcc
Oct 8, 20242 min read

Get Trained. Save a Life: Free Online Narcan Training for Opioid Overdose Prevention
The opioid crisis continues to impact countless lives, but you have the power to make a difference. Join the Chicago Recovering...
chicagocrcc
Oct 8, 20242 min read

Join the Chicago Recovery Community Taskforce for 2024 Monthly Meetings!
Are you passionate about recovery and want to expand your network while learning about the latest resources available in Chicago? The...
chicagocrcc
Oct 8, 20241 min read


CRCC on WGN News: National Rally Hub in Chicago on Sept. 21st!
As September marks National Recovery Month, Illinois is set to witness a landmark event that brings together communities, advocates, and...
chicagocrcc
Sep 3, 20241 min read


Join Us for the Pre-Rally All Recovery Meeting & Social on Sept. 20th
As we gear up for the highly anticipated National Rally for Recovery, there's no better way to start the weekend than by coming together...
chicagocrcc
Aug 26, 20242 min read


CRCC is Hiring for Peer Recovery Support Specialists!
Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $40,000 annually Travel Requirements: Must be able to travel throughout the state of Illinois Project...
chicagocrcc
Aug 22, 20242 min read


CRCC is Hiring for an Admin & Grant Assistant
Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $40,000 annually Project Overview: The Chicago Recovery Communities Coalition (CRCC) is launching the...
chicagocrcc
Aug 22, 20243 min read


We're Hiring: Campaign Coordinator Position at CRCC
Position Title: Campaign Coordinator Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually, DOE Travel Requirements: Must be able to travel throughout the...
chicagocrcc
Aug 22, 20242 min read


A Night to Remember: Celebrating Legacy and Community at the Twin Cities Recovery Project’s 2nd Annual Living the Dream Gala
This past weekend, our CRCC team members, John and Dora Wright, had the honor of attending the 2nd Annual Living the Dream Gala, hosted...
chicagocrcc
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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