Buckelew Programs

01/07/2026

We love this story from our Sonoma team! It captures the essence of hope, perseverance, and connection that our services provide.

For the past four years, Roy had been unable to see his brother, James, due to medical challenges and his transition from living independently in his own apartment to a skilled nursing facility. During that difficult time, Roy also misplaced his brother’s phone number and address, making it nearly impossible to reconnect.

After years of searching and continued determination, the missing information was finally discovered... tucked away in a photo album. Although the brothers were able to reconnect by phone, hearing challenges and their overwhelming excitement to talk with one another made it difficult to fully understand each other. Still, their joy of reconnecting was undeniable.

This holiday season, Buckelew staff helped plan a long-awaited reunion between Roy and James. Seeing these brothers reunite after four long years was nothing short of magical! They exchanged Christmas presents, shared lunch, embraced one another, and filled the day with love and laughter. With a bright smile, Roy often repeated, “This is the best Christmas ever! I light up like a Christmas tree.”

Moments like these remind us why our work matters. And we’re incredibly grateful for the community that helps make this possible!

01/06/2026

Our incredible community partners do incredible work!

Today, Sonoma County Board of Supervisors adopted a Gold Resolution proclaiming January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. District Attorney Carla Rodriquez recognized Katrina Phillips from the Sonoma County Commission on Human Rights, as well as our partners at Verity, the Family Justice Center Sonoma County (FJCSC), Redemption House of the Bay Area, and the Victims Services Division of the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office.

We are so lucky to have such a strong network of care available in our community. 💜

01/06/2026

MUST READ! A thoughtful perspective on the value of investing in substance use services.

"Close to Home: Breaking the cycle of addiction is worth a little risk"

Link: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2025/12/28/close-to-home-breaking-the-cycle-of-addiction-is-worth-a-little-risk/
Press Democrat

If our goal is zero risk, then we aren’t truly committed to addressing addiction.

01/01/2026

🎉 Welcome 2026! As we enter into the New Year, we want to share some important support groups at Buckelew.

💛 Tuesdays: Bilingual Community Resource Clinic 3-4:30 pm
💛 Jan. 7: Youth SOS – Survivors of Su***de Peer Support Group 6-7:30 pm
💛 Jan. 14: Survivors of Su***de Loss Support Group 7-8:30 pm
💛 Jan. 22: MADF Family Support & Education Group 6-7:30 pm

Get more information at https://buckelew.org/calendar/

12/31/2025

🎇 We look forward to all that 2026 will bring—wishing you a SAFE and Happy New Year!

12/30/2025

Our matching gift challenge ends tomorrow, December 31! Help us reach our goals by donating before the $250k match challenge expires.

Your gift supports critical services of supported housing, substance use recovery, mental health counseling, su***de prevention, and service navigation here in our community. Donate today: https://buckelew.org/buckelew55/

12/28/2025

On a June night in 2003, in the depths of addiction and depression, JD Schramm climbed the Manhattan Bridge and jumped. “I didn’t believe life was worth living.”

Somehow, he survived — and that moment became the start of an ongoing journey of recovery and purpose.

Today, more than twenty years later, JD is alive, sober, married, and a father of three. JD serves on the Board of Directors at Buckelew Programs because he knows what it means to be given a second chance, and believes everyone deserves that same opportunity to find safety, healing, and hope.

When you support Buckelew, you make this possible for thousands of people like JD.

This year alone, Buckelew has answered over 23,000 calls on the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, provided housing and recovery services for more than 1,800 people to help rebuild their lives, and offered counseling and community support to more than 1,100 people across Marin, Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino counties.

Thanks to our generous and visionary partners, Sutter Health and the Lindskog Foundation, who have joined together for a $250,000 matching challenge through December 31. Donate: https://buckelew.org/buckelew55/

12/27/2025

There’s still time to make a difference! ❤️ The final days of our year-end campaign are here, and we need your help to reach our goal.

Your generous donation will provide critical services to people right here in our community. As an added incentive, your gift will be matched by the Lindskog Foundation and Sutter Health, doubling your impact!

Let’s come together to create a brighter future. Donate today: https://buckelew.org/buckelew55/

12/26/2025

Every recovery journey begins with someone who believes change is possible.

For the past 26 years, Helen Vine Recovery Center staff have been that ‘someone’. We hold on to this belief for our clients—even when they can’t hold it for themselves. There are countless stories of recovery to share on our website at https://buckelew.org/about/impact/ .

Support these recovery programs at Buckelew AND double your impact! The $250k matching gift challenge from the Lindskog Foundation and Sutter Health ends on December 31. Give today: https://buckelew.org/buckelew55/

12/23/2025

💗 Sometimes the smallest gestures create the biggest transformations.

We want to share a story with you about one of our clients who recently returned home after being on a psychiatric hold in the hospital. What followed is an example of how our team makes an impact in ways both big and small. Read the full story in our latest newsletter: https://bit.ly/BuckelewInBriefDec26 .

12/22/2025

✨ From all of us at Buckelew Programs, we wish you a happy holiday season! To our staff, we thank you for all your hard work and dedication to helping those in our care. 💓

12/20/2025

Recent policy changes from the Department of Housing and Urban Development are having a significant impact on housing programs across the country. In Sonoma County, this means funding for permanent supportive housing projects will be drastically reduced. Rest assured, Buckelew staff continue to proactively support those impacted with support services, as long as they would like to receive them. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/BuckelewInBriefDec26 .

You can help us bridge the gap for Supported Housing funds, and our other life-saving services, by donating today: buckelew.org/buckelew55