Navigate Recovery Gwinnett

04/20/2026

Today we visited The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center and had the chance to tour the facility with Daisey and Nora.

It was helpful to see firsthand how their team approaches both mental health and substance use treatment, with a focus on structure, clinical support, and helping people get back on track.

Visits like this give us a better understanding of what resources are out there so we can point people in the right direction when they’re looking for help.

We appreciate the time and the walkthrough.

04/16/2026

RSVP for a Lunch & Learn at Navigate Recovery Gwinnett

Curious about what Navigate Recovery Gwinnett does and how we support individuals and families in our community? Join us for a Lunch & Learn to hear directly from our team about the work we do and the impact it has.

We’ll be sharing real stories, talking through the support and resources we offer, and creating space for conversation and connection. Whether you’re a community partner, stakeholder, or just want to learn more, this is a great opportunity to connect.

Wednesday, April 29th
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
52 Gwinnett Drive, Lawrenceville

Lunch will be provided.

RSVP here:
https://forms.gle/GLf7Qxn4t14CWj5U8

We’d love to see you there!

04/15/2026

Recovery Resource Tip 💜

If you’re having a hard moment and don’t know who to call, don’t wait until it gets worse.

You can dial or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline . It’s free, 24/7, and you don’t have to be suicidal to reach out. You can talk about anxiety, cravings, stress, or just feeling off.

If calling feels like too much, text works just as well.

Sometimes the move isn’t solving everything.
It’s just not going through it alone.

04/13/2026

This weekend, Navigate Recovery had the honor of being part of something bigger than an event. We hosted a table at The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation Inc. Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run, and you could feel it the moment you stepped in.

This wasn’t just a walk.
It was love in motion.
It was people showing up for something that matters.

Every conversation, every connection, every step taken out there was about the same thing:
education, prevention, families, and real hope.

Huge thank you to Frederica Roberson for leading this work with purpose and heart, and to every vendor, partner, and person who showed up. That’s how change actually happens — people coming together and refusing to look away.

We’re proud to stand alongside this mission.
We’re proud to be part of this community.

And we’re not slowing down. 💜

04/10/2026

04/07/2026

How many men does it take to change a light bulb at Navigate Recovery?

Three.
One to start on a chair (bad decision),
One to bring in the step ladder (good decision),
And one to stand back and supervise like it’s a full renovation.

Progress was made. Lessons were learned. Lighting was improved.

Just another day doing whatever it takes to keep things running.

04/06/2026

Walk-in services at Navigate Recovery will not be available for the day.

Meetings will still take place as scheduled:
1 PM meeting
Unlimited Hope at 7 PM

If you were planning to walk in, please plan to come by another day or join us for one of the meetings.

We’ll be back to regular walk-in hours on Thursday, April 9th

03/27/2026

Lightway Recovery Wellness Center for Women is more than a program. It’s part of the heart behind the work we do every day at Navigate Recovery Gwinnett.

As a program of Navigate Recovery, Lightway Recovery extends that mission into long-term, residential care for women seeking a new way forward. It’s a place built by people in recovery, for people in recovery, where healing is approached from every angle: physical, mental, and spiritual.

What stands out about Lightway is the depth of support. This isn’t short-term or surface-level. It’s structured, long-term care with peer support, coaching, and a real focus on helping women rebuild their lives in a sustainable way.

We’re proud to be connected to work like this. Proud to see women find stability, purpose, and community. Proud to be part of a larger effort that’s changing how recovery is approached in Gwinnett and beyond.

Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when people have the right support, the right environment, and a real chance to move forward.

That’s what Lightway is about.

03/26/2026

Recovery is built on connection, community, and the willingness to keep moving forward.

For Daisey, Recovery Coach at Safe Harbor, recovery began at a young age and has grown into something much bigger than herself. Through sobriety and the support of her community, she found a sense of freedom, hope, and purpose that continues to guide her today.

“Recovery gave me a second chance at life and a reason to give back,” Daisey shared. “I want people to know they are not alone and that there is always a way forward.”

At Safe Harbor, Daisey is passionate about serving others and creating a space where individuals feel supported, understood, and connected. Her work is rooted in making sure no one has to walk the recovery journey alone.

She is currently pursuing her C.A.R.E.S. Certification and working toward a bachelor’s degree in Psychology of Addiction and Recovery, with plans to continue her education and further serve the community.

Stories like Daisey’s are a reminder that recovery is possible and that giving back can be one of the most powerful parts of the journey.

Learn more about our work in Gwinnett County
www.navigaterecoverygwinnett.org

03/25/2026

Gwinnett County is making decisions right now about how opioid abatement funds will be used in our community, and your voice can be part of that.

The Gwinnett County Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting where these funds and priorities will be discussed. This committee plays a direct role in reviewing and recommending how resources are allocated to address the opioid crisis locally.

This meeting will be open for public comment, which means residents, people in recovery, families, and providers all have the opportunity to speak, share perspectives, and help shape what this looks like moving forward.

📅 Date: March 25, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Innovation Square, 446 W Crogan St, Lawrenceville
💻 Virtual option available (see agenda link below)

If you care about recovery, prevention, treatment access, or just want to understand where these funds are going, this is worth showing up for.

These decisions don’t just affect systems, they affect real people in our community every day.

View the full agenda and details here:
https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/static/upload/bac/72/20260325/a_50577_March_25_2026_Meeting_Agenda.pdf

Show up, stay informed, and speak if you feel called to.

03/24/2026

Some of the strongest people you know are the ones who woke up in pain and still chose recovery.

03/23/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you do not have to figure it out alone.

At Navigate Recovery Gwinnett, getting help is simple. You can walk in and talk to someone face to face or call us directly at 678-743-1808. No pressure, no judgment. Just real people who understand and are ready to help you take the next step.

We also offer free Narcan (naloxone) through our vending machine, making it easy for anyone in the community to access something that can save a life. If you do not know how to use it, we have you covered. Narcan training is available at no cost.

Whether you are ready for change or just trying to understand your options, we are here.

Call or stop by. It starts with a conversation.
678-743-1808