Face Addiction Now

12/19/2025

12/19/2025

Thank you to and member Rosemarie Baldwin for inviting us to be part of such a lovely sip-and-shop evening at

As an Impact100 grant recipient, our team was honored to share an update on how this funding is supporting families through FAN’s Healthy Families program—helping women, fathers, and children impacted by substance use disorder access compassionate, wraparound care.

Designed to meet people where they are, Healthy Families supports parents and caregivers in creating safe, stable, and nurturing home environments. Services include individualized case management, basic needs support, treatment navigation, access to prenatal and medical care, and guidance through CPS or legal systems—paired with healing-centered support groups and ongoing follow-up from FAN’s trained staff.

Since launching, this support has already reached more than 70+ participants across Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland counties.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect in such an intimate setting and for Impact100’s continued investment in programs that strengthen families and communities.

Pictured here are Tracy K., FAN Case Manager; Kim B., Director of Hope Not Handcuffs; and Chelsea S., FAN’s Clinical Director, enjoying the evening at Consign Couture while celebrating the real difference Impact100’s support is making through our Healthy Families program.

12/18/2025

Yesterday, we held our annual Face Addiction Now and Sterling Heights Police Department meeting, hosted by SHPD.

It was a chance to celebrate the work, hear directly from officers involved in the program, and talk honestly about what’s working — and where we can keep improving. We also heard from leaders who continue to advocate for this model and help reduce barriers so more people can access support.

Looking at our 2025 data, overdoses are down 75% this year.

We’re grateful for partnerships across many police departments, but Sterling Heights holds a special place for FAN. This work reflects what’s possible when commitment, trust, and follow-through are shared.

12/15/2025

🕯️ Tomorrow at 7:00 PM — join us for our annual Holiday Candlelight Tribute (December Macomb FAN Forum) at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Sterling Heights.

This gathering is a chance to slow down together — to reflect on the past year, honor loved ones lost too soon, support those still struggling, and make room for hope in recovery.

Come early and learn how to save a life.

At 5:45 PM, we’ll offer a free naloxone training, including a free naloxone kit with two doses of Narcan nasal spray.

Register here:
https://faceaddictionnow.org/narcantraining

Following the ceremony, we’ll gather for a light reception with free pizza from Sam's Sorrento Pizza (21 Mile Rd & Garfield).

All are welcome.

12/10/2025

🕯️ You’re Invited: Macomb FAN’s Holiday Candlelight Tribute🕯️

Next Tuesday, December 16th • 7:00 PM

📍St. Michael’s Catholic Church • 40501 Hayes Rd., Sterling Heights

Join Macomb FAN for one of our most meaningful traditions—our annual Holiday Candlelight Tribute. This special evening brings our community together to reflect on the past year, honor loved ones lost too soon, support those still struggling, and celebrate the hope found in recovery.

Our guest speakers, Rick Schulkey and Jennifer Jackson, will share heartfelt stories of their loved ones. After the ceremony, stay for a light reception with free pizza from Sorrento Pizza. All are welcome.

💜 COME EARLY & LEARN HOW TO SAVE A LIFE

At 5:45 PM, we’ll offer a free naloxone (Narcan) training. Participants receive a free naloxone kit with 2 doses of Narcan.

➡️ Register for the training here: https://faceaddictionnow.org/narcantraining

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of remembrance, support, and community healing.

12/07/2025

Come join us tomorrow night (Sunday) for a FREE naloxone training from 6-7 pm at Kitab Cafe & Bookstore located in Midtown Detroit. All attendees will receive a free naloxone kit with 2 doses of the life-saving nasal spray (also known as Narcan). Be prepared to save a life! Register at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevpPjRAmk_wiB_tFFr9tk1fUUMrIHtf9Tj2QysrUu_S8E4PA/viewform

12/05/2025

Art Group is happening tonight at 6:30 PM! 🎨🖌️

Drop in, get creative, and spend time with Chino, Amy, and the group. It’s free to join, and all supplies are ready for you.

📍 FAN Office
43800 Garfield Rd., Suite 200, Clinton Twp.

12/05/2025

This past week, 11 of us from across FAN — operations, our diversion teams in Macomb & Bay counties, and our Detroit Quick Response Team — traveled to New Orleans for the PTACC 2025 International Deflection & Pre-Arrest Diversion Summit.

We were honored to present two breakout sessions:

“Levels of Deflection and Diversion” — opened by our Executive Director, Linda D., who shared FAN’s origin story and how the early days of working alongside public safety shaped the foundation of the work we do today. The session was moderated by Dunya K., FAN’s Director of Operations, with insights from Erin W. (Director of FAN’s Quick Response Teams) and Ari L. (Diversion Case Management Supervisor). Together, they outlined FAN’s statewide model for deflection and diversion—built through partnerships with more than 150 police and fire departments.

“Seeing the Impact: Leveraging Data to Transform Deflection Programs” — presented by Dunya K. alongside our longtime data partners at Data Bloom, Tim NeCamp and David Mackey. This interactive session highlighted how a five-year collaboration helped FAN streamline data across programs, avoid silos, improve participant outcomes, and build a data-first system that supports our team’s day-to-day decisions.

It was energizing to connect with leaders from across the country doing similar deflection and diversion work in their own communities.

A huge thank you to PTACC for hosting such a thoughtful, practitioner-focused summit — and to LEAD NOLA for a memorable walking tour of the Vieux Carré, the 8th District, beignets, riverfront views, Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, and more.

We’re always inspired by the people across the country who show up for this work every day — and we’re grateful to return home grounded, energized, and ready for what’s next.

12/04/2025

18,453 total connections to treatment and counting!💙

In November, our incredible Hope Not Handcuffs team connected 𝟯𝟱𝟵 people to treatment for their addiction, and they did it with compassion, empathy, and kindness. The Call Center also answered 𝟮,𝟰𝟭𝟴 calls—an average of nearly 𝟴𝟭 per day. We encourage all those who reached out for help last month to keep their hope alive and not give up. Recovery happens!💙

Thanks to volunteer Angels Mary S. and Katy C. for assisting us in the process.😇

And much appreciation to the many law enforcement agencies and community partners who collaborated with us in November (see listing in comments).👮

To learn more about Hope Not Handcuffs, go to https://faceaddictionnow.org/hnh

12/03/2025

Art Group is back this Friday, December 5th! 🎨🖌️

Chino, a longtime FAN volunteer and tattoo artist, will be leading another hands-on session designed for all skill levels — yes, even total beginners.

We start at 6:30 PM. It’s free, fun, and open to everyone.

📍 FAN Office — 43800 Garfield Rd., Suite 200, Clinton Twp.

12/02/2025

Early last month, we asked for your help — and you delivered.

Thank you to everyone who purchased warm essentials from our Winter Outreach Amazon Wish List.

Your generosity helps us get vital winter gear into the hands of people who need it most.

As temperatures drop, FAN’s Winter Outreach Drive focuses on simple essentials that make a real difference — thermal layers, socks, gloves, fleece gaiters, blankets, and hats.

If you’d like to make an immediate impact, you can purchase items directly from our Amazon Wish List. Each one ships straight to FAN and goes directly to someone facing the cold.

📦 Wish List: https://a.co/cm2ZfaU
📱 QR code on the flyer.

Every item brings real warmth and protection. 💙