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Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness was honored to welcome special guest Senator Tim Mathern of District 11 for a tour of ou...
05/14/2026

Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness was honored to welcome special guest Senator Tim Mathern of District 11 for a tour of our facility & an opportunity to meet the individuals working hands-on in the treatment & recovery field every day.

During the visit, important discussions were held regarding the newly proposed IMD bill & the impact it could have on expanding treatment services. The bill would allow reimbursement funding for facilities with over 16 beds, helping strengthen treatment availability for communities in need.

Senator Mathern met with Program Manager Lakeisha Chaske, Tribal Health Manager Heather Skadsem, & CEO of Spirit Lake Health Center, Dixie Omen to further discuss the barriers our people continue to face when seeking treatment & recovery support. Conversations focused on the importance of accessible, culturally responsive care, & the continued need for advocacy & support for behavioral health services.

We enjoyed sharing lunch together, which provided Senator Mathern the opportunity to personally meet many of our clients & engage in meaningful one-on-one discussions about their recovery journeys, experiences & importance of treatment services within our community. Senator Tim thanked each client for all their hard work & encouraged them to keep moving forward.

Senator Tim Mathern expressed his full support for Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness’ potential initiative to seek legislative support & funding opportunities aimed at increasing treatment access, expanding services, & improving availability of care for adults & adolescents seeking recovery.

We sincerely appreciate Senator Mathern for taking the time to visit our program again, listen to our staff & clients, witness all the new improvements & staff changes since his last visit, & support the ongoing efforts to strengthen recovery services for our people & communities!

05/12/2026

Goodmorning ☀️
We have current job position openings!
Please see the spirit lake nation website for postings & apply through SLT’s human resources department 😄

Current positions:
🔴 Resident Technicians (2 FT & 2 PT)
- All shifts (8am-4pm, 4pm-12am, 12am-8am)
- HS diploma or GED
- Driver’s license required for day & swing shift, not required for grave shift
- must be able to be insured by the tribe (good driving record)
- primary responsibilities include: making sure residential clients follow schedule, transportation, monitoring, complete random room checks & drug testing, admissions & discharges to the program, assist clients w daily living activities
❗️See job description for full list of responsibilities, qualifications, knowledge/skills❗️

🔴 TOR Registered Nurse (FT)
- day shift
- required to be on a rotation on-call schedule
- licensed registered nurse of the state of ND
- driver’s license required
- must be able to be insured by the tribe (good driving record)
- responsible for TOR grant
- primary responsibilities include: medical assessments for admissions, medication dispensing, ensuring compliance w TOR grant, following physician orders & working w medical providers to make sure clients are following medical treatment plan
❗️See job description for full list of responsibilities, qualifications, knowledge/skills❗️

Apply! Apply! Apply! Refer a friend/family that would be interested! Come join or wiconi warrior team 😄🥳

🌟SAVE THE DATE🌟We are excited to announce our 4th annual celebrate recovery event 🎉🔴 JUNE 11, 2026 9AM TO 3:30PM 🔴Locati...
05/06/2026

🌟SAVE THE DATE🌟

We are excited to announce our 4th annual celebrate recovery event 🎉

🔴 JUNE 11, 2026 9AM TO 3:30PM 🔴
Location: Candeska Cikana Community College Amphitheater

This annual event is open to everyone in our community, our recovery family & any/all relative programs-whether you’re on your recovery journey, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to connect & learn more, you are welcome here! 😀

Join us for an uplifting & meaningful time feauturing:
🔅Inspiring guest speakers
🔅Powerful open mic testimonies from the public
🔅Prize bingo
🔅A community resource fair to help navigate services & highlight what’s available for those in need
🔅Gift bags to the first 100 clients (past or current)
🔅Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness t-shirts available to the first 150!

Our goal is to bring hope, connection, inspiration, & support to anyone facing challenges- because no one has to do it alone.

❗️Please note: To help maintain a safe & supportive environment for all attendees, we kindly ask that everyone attending are not actively under the influence of substances.

Bring a friend. A relative. We hope to see you there! Don’t forget to share our post or save our flyer & send to family/friends. Help spread the word 💟

05/04/2026

Goodmorning ☀️
Next staff introduction is our amazing Licensed Addiction Counselor Sharon Cooper! 😊
Sharon has been with Recovery & Wellness for some years now.

“Introduction:
Sharon Cooper, Licensed Addiction Counselor

Favorite part of job:
My favorite part of my job is supporting individuals in their recovery & seeing the progress they make toward building a healthier & more stable life.

Message to community/clients:
Recovery is a process, & every step forward matters. Stay consistent & give yourself grace.

What I hope clients take away:
I hope clients leave with stronger coping skills, increased self-awareness, & the confidence to maintain long-term sobriety.”

Today we take a moment to recognize an amazing licensed addiction counselor who has left a lasting impact on our program & everyone within it. As the former program manager, her leadership set a standard of excellence that continues to guide us today! Her attention to detail was unmatched-every policy, every client need, & every aspect of the program was handled with intention & care. She brought not only professional expertise, but also a deep cultural knowledge & inclusivity that made our program stronger, more respectful, & ensured more connection to the people we serve.

What truly set her apart was her heart ❤️ She genuinely cares about every client who walks through our doors, always advocating to ensure they receive the quality care, dignity, & support they deserve. Because of her dedication, our program experienced meaningful growth & improvement that will continue to benefit clients for years to come.

We are incredibly grateful for the foundation Sharon had built & the condition she left this program in-organized, strengthened, & thriving! 🤩🌟 Stepping into this role after someone as remarkable as her is both an honor & a responsibility I don’t take lightly. I am truly thankful to have taken the reins from someone who led w excellence, compassion, & integrity.
Her impact will not be forgotten & her legacy will continue to live on in the work we do every single day!

05/01/2026

Sorry we missed a staff introduction yesterday!
We’re back for another one!
Next up is the wonderful Astel Cavanaugh! 🌟
Astel is our administrative assistant, she has been at Recovery & Wellness for many years.

“
Astel Cavanaugh, enrolled member of the Spirit Lake Nation.
Administrative Assistant. I worked in various job positions at the SL Recovery & Wellness program over the past 10 years or so.

The mission of the Spirit Lake Nation Recovery & Wellness program is to promote recovery, wellness, unity & spirituality in the community. To this end, the staff will work together to provide a positive example of unity, wellness, & holistic balance, exemplifying their community to program goals.

R&W staff are expected to provide a supportive atmosphere for the treatment of substance abuse, reinforcing sobriety through interactions with persons who govern their own lives on a substance-free basis & understand the role of traditions, ceremony, & cultural history in maintaining a sober lifestyle. The mission statement best summarizes decades of program treatment services provided by the staff to the SLN community.

We hope to continue providing an array of treatment services to clients through culture, wellness, & unity, in partnership with qualified professionals & staff. The clients plat an important role in advancing the program’s long-term goals & objectives through their participation & evaluation of program services”

Behind every strong treatment program is someone behind the scenes keeping things in order-and for us, that is our Administrative Assistant Astel. Her dedication doesn’t always happen in the spotlight, but it is felt in every part of our program. From making sure the bills are paid on time, to keeping our policies & procedures up to date & in compliance, she ensures that we continue to operate. Her attention to detail & commitment to doing things the right way help create a stable foundation for both staff & clients.
She is the heart of our program’s knowledge-if there’s ever a question about how something works or the history behind the program & why we do what we do, she is the one we turn to. Her insight, experience, & knowledge do not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful for everything she does each day! 😊

Good afternoon ☀️Time for another staff introduction! Next up is our beautiful Resident Technician Renae Alberts 💖 “Intr...
04/29/2026

Good afternoon ☀️
Time for another staff introduction!
Next up is our beautiful Resident Technician Renae Alberts 💖

“Introduction:
Hello, my name is Renae Alberts. I am a Resident Technician here at Recovery & Wellness. I am a mother of 2 beautiful children & I reside here on the Spirit Lake Reservation.

What I love most about my job:
What I love most about my job is seeing our clients coming into treatment with wanting a different way of life. I love sharing my story & hope it helps someone along the way on their journey to recovery.

Message/Motivational Quote:
Do what you have always done, & you’ll get what you always got. If you want something you never had, then you gotta do something you’ve never done.

What do you hope clients take away from the program?
My hope for our clients is they utilize the tools & methods they’re given here at Recovery & Wellness & use them to their advantage. It works if you work it”

Renae is such a strong & devoted Resident Technician. She brings a level of structure, accountability, & consistency that our clients truly need, even when it’s not always easy to receive. Renae’s strictness isn’t about control, it’s about care. It reflects her commitment to helping each individual stay on track, pushing through challenges, & builds discipline needed for long-term recovery. So while the clients say “Renae runs a tight ship”, it’s all out of love! She leads not with just rules & guidance, but with real-life perspective, showing our clients that change is possible because she’s done it herself.

Renae, your dedication, reliability, & ability to hold firm boundaries while showing up with purpose & intentions do not go unnoticed. You are helping shape lives, instill hope, & you reinforce the foundation of recovery every day.

Thank you for being such an admirable inspiration, the strength you bring, the example you set, & the impact you continue to make. ✨
Please wish Renae good luck as she begins CNA classes, how exciting!!

04/29/2026

❗️Alcohol & Drug evaluations AVAILABLE the rest of the week 😊 Walk-In or call for an appointment!

Hi everyone!We’d like to introduce our staff for those that may not be familiar with who we have here, what positions we...
04/28/2026

Hi everyone!
We’d like to introduce our staff for those that may not be familiar with who we have here, what positions we have, credentials, etc. We will post one staff per day until all staff have been posted. Some are camera shy, some may have beautiful selfies along with their post 😊
We’re gonna start off strong with our beautiful Dr. Ronnesha or as many clients know her by, Dr. K ❤️ She is our Licensed Master Social Worker who particularly provides group therapy, some individual therapy, & completes alcohol & drug assessments if/when needed.

“Introduction:
My name is Dr. Ronnesha Owusu-Kyei, DHS, LMSW.
My professional background includes experience in mental health, behavioral health, & substance use services with adult population. I have worked in a variety of settings supporting individuals through assessment, treatment planning, & care coordination, as well as providing therapeutic interventions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My work is centered on promoting stability, recovery, & overall well-being.

Favorite Part of Job:
I enjoy creating a safe, welcoming & supportive space where individuals feel heard, understood, & empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Message/Motivational Quote:
Progress may not always be easy or immediate, but every step forward matters. Give yourself grace & keep going.

What I hope clients take away from the program:
I hope clients leave the program feeling supported with a stronger sense of self, practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, & the confidence to continue their journey beyond this space”

We are so appreciative of Dr. K & all she does for our clients. She is full of compassion & empathy & consistently goes above & beyond for each & every single client. She meets people where they are, without judgement, & creates a safe space where their healing can truly begin. Whether it’s making a client feel heard, advocating for client needs, or offering words of encouragement on the hardest days, she shows up every time with empathy, patience, & genuine care. She has made a strong impact on our community & it does not go unheard. We have heard so much positive feedback on the residential group therapy Dr. K facilitates for the program. She helps restore hope, rebuild confidence, & reminds people they are not alone.
We are so grateful for the heart, dedication, & strength she brings to the Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness Program ✨

04/22/2026

We have alcohol & drug evaluation openings today! Reminder if it is for a DUI charge (state or tribal) you will need $100 money order for the DUI evaluation fee. This is a legal requirement & cannot be waived. The following are our openings this week:
4/22/26: 8:30am, 11:00am, & 2:30pm
4/23/26: 1:30pm
4/24/26: 8:30am & 11:00am

04/16/2026

Edit: Please see the comments for a list the women have compiled of needs/wants 😊

Recovery & Wellness has two expecting mothers to a baby girl & a baby boy! We would like to alleviate the stress of preparing for a baby while they continue focusing on their treatment & recovery & would like to host a baby shower for them! 👶🍼
With permission, they are in agreement of a silent “baby shower” as they would like their privacy & identities to remain protected.
Any & all gifts/donations can be dropped off here at Recovery & Wellness over the next few weeks (Monday thru Friday 8-4:30) & are greatly appreciated! ❤️
All baby items are accepted/needed including but not limited to: car seats, bouncers, jumpers, diapers, wipes, clothes, 1 bassinet, blankets, etc.

Please share & spread the word so these expecting mothers may get all they want & need! 🙌🏽

02/17/2026

There will be a special guest from Mandaree for tomorrow’s AA/NA meeting @ Spirit Lake Recovery & Wellness!
‼️Wednesday February 18, 2026 @ 7pm‼️
Open to the public. Hope to see everyone there! 😊

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7527 Emphriam Hill Road
Fort Totten, ND
58335

Telephone

+17017664285

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