Jackie Nitschke Center

04/21/2026

Growth doesn’t happen overnight.

It happens in the small choices.
The hard days.
The moments no one else sees.

Some days feel like rain.
Some feel like sun.

Both matter.

03/10/2026

We’re incredibly grateful for the team at Nations Lending for hosting the 3rd Annual Spike for a Cause Charity Volleyball Tournament in support of the Jackie Nitschke Center! 🏐

Thanks to everyone who participated, sponsored, and donated, the event raised over $4,400 to support recovery resources for individuals and families in our community.

Your support helps make recovery possible. 💙

Our 3rd Annual Spike for a Cause Charity Volleyball Tournament was another huge success and a great day of coming together to give back! 🙏

Thanks to our generous sponsors, participants, and everyone who donated, we raised over $4,400 to support the Jackie Nitschke Center and the recovery resources they provide to individuals and families in our community.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to play, cheer, and support the event. We appreciate everyone who helped make the day possible and hope to see even more of you at the next one.

If you were there, share your favorite moments and photos in the comments! 🏐

12/30/2025

We are deeply grateful to the Stand Together Foundation for their generous grant supporting our new women’s residential treatment center. This investment, made through the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, brings us one step closer to expanding access to safe, compassionate, and life-changing care for women in our community. Thank you for believing in recovery, dignity, and second chances. 💙

12/22/2025

There is still time to check out JNC's Amazon Wishlist and spread some cheer this holiday season!!!

The holiday season is a time of reflection and giving. This year please consider supporting the Jackie Nitschke Center through the purchase of an item from our Amazon Wishlist. Together we can ensure that every person walking through our doors this winter is reminded that they are valued, cared for, and capable of recovery.

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12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, you can help change the story for someone battling addiction or mental health challenges.

At the Jackie Nitschke Center, every day we see lives rebuilt, families reunited, and hope restored. Your generosity makes that possible.

🌟 Today, your gift can be the turning point.
Whether it’s providing safe housing, counseling, or supportive care, every donation creates real impact for someone ready to start their healing journey.

💚 Donate today and help someone find their path to recovery.

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11/13/2025

The holiday season is a time of reflection and giving. This year please consider supporting the Jackie Nitschke Center through the purchase of an item from our Amazon Wishlist. Together we can ensure that every person walking through our doors this winter is reminded that they are valued, cared for, and capable of recovery.

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11/04/2025

We are honored to be selected by the Basic Needs Giving Partnership as a recipient of their 2025 Technical Assistance Grant!

This support will help the Jackie Nitschke Center strengthen our internal capacity as we continue our mission of providing compassionate, effective treatment for those affected by substance use and mental health challenges.

Thank you to the Basic Needs Giving Partnership for investing in organizations that are working to build healthier, more resilient communities across Northeast Wisconsin.

10/25/2025

Each October, National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month reminds us of the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health challenges early. Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the United States, impacting millions of people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. Yet too often, it goes undiagnosed and untreated, leaving individuals to struggle in silence.

Early detection can make all the difference. Screenings are a simple, effective way to identify symptoms and connect people with the care they need before problems become more severe. Just as we check our blood pressure or cholesterol to maintain physical health, taking time to screen for mental health concerns is an essential step in protecting our emotional well-being.

At the Jackie Nitschke Center, we understand how deeply intertwined mental health and substance use disorders can be. Many of our clients come to us seeking help for addiction and discover that underlying depression, anxiety, or trauma has played a powerful role in their struggles. By identifying and addressing these co-occurring conditions, we can help each person begin to heal as a whole, mind, body, and spirit.

That’s why we screen every client for depression and other mental health diagnoses as part of our comprehensive treatment approach. We believe that true recovery requires understanding the full picture of each person’s mental and emotional health. This commitment ensures that every individual who walks through our doors receives the support, compassion, and care they deserve.

At the Jackie Nitschke Center, we’re doing our part to make sure no one has to face depression or recovery alone.

10/17/2025

Had a great time learning and connecting at the Annual Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery Conference!

10/13/2025

After months of planning and work, Leadership Green Bay Team #6 completed their goal of creating an outdoor patio area behind the Sandy Fabry Recovery Home. This space provides clients and their loved ones a place to gather, connect, and enjoy the great outdoors. Thank you, Team #6, for your hard work and dedication in creating this beautiful space on the Jackie Nitschke Center campus.

09/26/2025

🥳Celebrating National Recovery Month🥳

Each September, communities across the nation come together to observe National Recovery Month—a time to celebrate the millions of Americans who are in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. Recovery Month began in 1989 as a national observance by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). What started as a small awareness campaign has grown into a powerful movement, honoring the courage of individuals in recovery, the dedication of treatment providers, and the support of families and communities who walk alongside them.

The theme of Recovery Month is simple yet powerful: recovery is possible. It reminds us that with the right support, treatment, and resources, individuals can and do lead healthy, fulfilling lives. It also provides an opportunity to shine a light on the stigma that still surrounds addiction and mental health challenges—replacing judgment with compassion and understanding.

At the Jackie Nitschke Center, we see the hope and healing that recovery brings every single day. Recovery is not just about breaking free from substance use, but about reclaiming purpose, restoring relationships, and creating brighter futures. When our community comes together to celebrate recovery, it affirms that no one has to walk this journey alone.

At JNC, we are proud to celebrate National Recovery Month—not only as a reminder of the progress made, but as an ongoing call to action. Together, we can create a community where recovery is always possible and always supported.

09/24/2025

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at the “Be a Mentally Healthy Leader: 4 Ways to Conquer Burnout” keynote with Steve Baue!

We are grateful to Steve for sharing practical strategies to build resilience and to our sponsor, Schuchart Law Offices, LLC, for making this event possible. Together, we are building healthier leaders, stronger families, and more resilient communities. 💙

Proceeds from the event benefited the Jackie Nitschke Center, supporting hope, healing, and recovery for those impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.