Reach For Recovery - West Michigan

08/02/2025

“𝑰 𝑯𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒆—𝑩𝒖𝒕 𝑰 𝑺𝒕𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝑾𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒚”
Help us raise $15,000 for Reach for Recovery’s Scholarship Fund

This weekend, we had to tell Greg something no one in recovery should ever hear:
“We can’t afford to help you stay.”

Greg came to us desperate for change. Just four days into treatment, his insurance denied further coverage. Not because he was healed—but because of policy changes and red tape. Our scholarship fund was already dry. And with heavy hearts, we had to send him away.

This shouldn’t happen. Not to Greg. Not to anyone.

Now, we’re raising $15,000 to rebuild our Scholarship Fund — enough to provide nearly 70 days of care and say YES to the next Greg who walks through our doors.

🧡 Here’s how YOU can help:

$50 gives someone a half-day of recovery in a safe place

$100 covers medication and mental health support for a day

$150 keeps someone in residential care for a full 24 hours

📲 Give now at www.reachforrecovery.org or through the link in our bio.
🌡️ Watch the thermometer rise with your impact.

🎯 GOAL: $15,000
Because no one should be turned away from healing. Not now. Not ever.

07/30/2025

✨ Got Extras? Turn Clutter into Kindness! ✨
We're collecting unused or unwanted items to help fill our Resident Home Reward Baskets—a small way to celebrate big steps in recovery.

📦 Drop off your donations at one of our Reach for Recovery offices:
📍 Holland: 483 Century Lane, Holland, MI 49423
📍 Grand Haven: 700 Washington Ave., Suite 220, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Whether it’s office supplies, self-care items, or fun little gifts—if it’s just sitting around, let it find a new purpose.

💜 Let’s show our support, one item at a time.
📩 Questions? Contact Lucy Vilcans at lucyv@reachforrecovery.org

07/30/2025

🧡 Celebrate Recovery — Substance Use & Mental Health Healing

Recovery matters. Over 50 million U.S. adults now consider themselves in recovery from mental health and/or substance use issues, and about 23 million live in long-term recovery — proof that transformation is possible.

Recovery isn’t just about ending use — it’s a journey toward wellness, purpose, and connection. Each milestone, big or small, deserves recognition.

Join us:
✨ Share your story or spotlight someone you admire in recovery.

Let’s amplify hope and resilience — today and everyday.

07/29/2025

𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒈’𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑬𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈
Four days. That’s all the time Greg had at our Chester A. Ray residential treatment facility before his insurance provider pulled the plug.

Not because he was healed.
Not because he was ready.
But because of policy changes that prioritize paperwork over people.

“If there were scholarship funds available, I would have been able to stay and get the care I needed.” — Greg

We know recovery doesn’t happen overnight. And yet, we had to say goodbye to Greg far too soon—because our scholarship fund was nearly empty.

We’re not okay with that.
And we know you aren’t either.

Your gift today can be the reason the next Greg stays. It costs $224 per day to keep someone in care—safe, supported, and sober.

👉 Give now at www.reachforrecovery.org or through the link in our bio.
🧡 Because everyone deserves a real chance at recovery.

07/27/2025

🌞 Soulful Sunday Vibes 🌞

Sundays are for nourishing the soul—and today, let's lean into the magic of connection, reflection, and intentional pause. ✨

This :
• Breathe deeply — Pause & center yourself.
• Reflect with gratitude — What’s one small joy you cherish this week?
• Spark inspired action — What soulful step will you take today, no matter how small?
• Share the love — Tag someone whose presence fills your heart with light.

Let’s transform this day into a sanctuary of calm, heart-to-heart connection, and soulful growth. Happy Soulful Sunday, friends! 💫

07/26/2025

🌿Self‑Care Saturday 🌿

🧡 After a full week of working through life and recovery, this is your reminder to pause and truly care for yourself. Recovery isn’t just about abstaining—it’s about building a thriving life.

💡 What is self-care in recovery?
Self-care means actively nurturing your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. It’s proven to help prevent relapse—people practicing self-care regularly are significantly more likely to maintain long‑term recovery.

📌 Simple but powerful self‑care ideas:
Physical: Go for a walk, cook a wholesome meal, or enjoy a restful nap.

Emotional: Reach out to a friend or make time for therapy or peer support.

Mental: Try journaling, mindfulness exercises, or a creative activity like painting or crafting.

Spiritual: Practice meditation, yoga, or get outdoors to connect with nature.

🎯 Tip: Start small—choose 1–2 activities and truly immerse yourself in them today.

07/25/2025

🎉 Fun Friday Spotlight! 🎉

Today, let's give a warm welcome to our newest addition, Allen Ramsey, LLMSW, CAADC, I-PEER who joins us as a clinician in our Holland office!

Allen is a proud graduate of Western Michigan University who brings a blend of clinical training and real-world wisdom to his work. With a deep commitment to underrepresented communities, gender equity, and LGBTQIA+ advocacy, he shows up for people from all walks of life with compassion, respect, and a good dose of humility. Before becoming a therapist, Allen spent 33 years doing what he calls “field research” in the world of addiction and mental health — lived experience that now informs every session he holds. He draws strength from the 12th Step principle: “Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics and practice these principles in all our affairs.” In session, Allen combines tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, client-centered therapy, the Socratic method, and experiential work — all filtered through a holistic lens. His approach helps clients strengthen critical thinking, take ownership of their emotions, and build recovery paths that are truly their own. When he’s not in session, Allen enjoys biking, hiking, metal sculpting, cracking a good joke, and being a lifelong learner. He believes in showing up real, walking alongside his clients — and never forgetting where he came from.

We're excited to have him on board as part of our dedicated team. Drop a comment below to welcome Allen to the Reach family! 🌟

07/24/2025

07/23/2025

🌿 Wisdom Wednesday – Midweek Motivation! 🌿
💬 “The diamond cannot be polished without friction, nor the person perfected without trials.”
Adversity shapes us. Each challenge refines our strength and resilience

🧠 “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” – Confucius
Consistency—no matter the pace—propels us toward hope and healing

Why “Wisdom Wednesday”?
⭐ Center & recharge midweek with insights that lift us.
⭐ Celebrate progress—it’s not about perfection, it’s about showing up.
⭐ Encourage community—these words remind us we’re not alone.

💙 As we journey through recovery, let’s lean into wisdom that keeps our spirits anchored. Here’s to moving forward—step by step, thought by thought.

🔄 Share this if these words resonate, or drop YOUR midweek wisdom below!

07/22/2025

✨ Celebrating Impact at Our Jump For Recovery Event 🙏

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Brandon for sharing his moving testimony—and allowing us to share it, alongside his photo, exactly as it was written.

Brandon’s story reminds us just how vital testimonies are. They:

Inspire Hope – Real stories show that change is possible.

Create Connection – When we hear someone’s journey, we feel less alone.

Build Trust – Honest words help all of us believe in recovery.

Spark Action – Seeing someone’s progress motivates others to take that first step.

Brandon, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your courage, your openness, and your leadership. Your words echo far beyond this event and continue to inspire us all.

💙 Let’s keep lifting each other up—one story at a time. 💙

07/21/2025

🌟 Motivation Monday 🌟

“Every Monday is a fresh beginning—your thoughts today pave the path for your week.”
— Germany Kent

Let’s honor that soulful reset.

Today, pause and ask yourself:

What one intention can I set today that uplifts my spirit?

What small step—whether spoken words, a mindful moment, or an act of kindness—can I take to live that intention?

Share your intention below and let’s hold each other accountable with love and compassion.

Here’s to a week fueled by purpose, heart, and soulful presence 💫

07/20/2025

🌦️ Despite the weather disrupting our skydive yesterday, we still had an amazing turnout for Jump for Recovery! 🙌

While we couldn’t take to the skies, your energy and support truly carried the day. A heartfelt thank you to everyone—volunteers, participants, sponsors, and supporters—for standing with us and making the event a success.

💙 Together, we’re stronger. Thank you for making Jump for Recovery one for the books! Stay tuned for photos & highlights coming soon—you won’t want to miss the magic we created together.

If you still need to reschedule your jump, please reach out to Skydive Grand Haven at Grand Haven Memorial Airport:

📞 Phone: (616) 350‑8020
📧 Email: skydivegrandhaven@gmail.com