Turning Point Center of Rutland

12/19/2025

Addiction Actually

12/18/2025

🌈 The Promises Are Real—And They’re Happening Every Day 🌈

In the rooms of recovery, we often hear: “If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through.”

These are the Promises—the gifts that unfold when we show up, stay honest, and keep going. They speak of freedom, peace, purpose, and connection. They remind us that recovery isn’t just about abstaining—it’s about awakening.

✨ We will know a new freedom and a new happiness.
✨ We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it.
✨ We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace.
✨ We will suddenly realize that God is doing for us what we could not do for ourselves.

These aren’t just words—they’re lived experiences. We see them every day in the courage of our community.

“Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come.”

— Anne Lamott

If you’re still waiting for the promises to come true, keep going. They’re not just possible—they’re already on their way.

12/17/2025

🌟 Open-Mindedness: The Doorway to Growth 🌟

In recovery, open-mindedness isn’t just a virtue—it’s a lifeline. It’s what allows us to hear new truths, try new paths, and believe that change is possible even when we’ve been stuck for years.

Being open-minded doesn’t mean we have to agree with everything. It means we’re willing to listen, to learn, and to let go of the idea that we already know it all. That’s where healing begins.

As Alan Alda once said:
“Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won’t come in.”

At the Turning Point Center of Rutland, we hold space for that light. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or rediscovering your path, we’re here to walk with you—with open hearts and open minds.

12/16/2025

With Christmas around the corner, we would love to cross the finish line! Please share and help us get the word out. ❤️

The Warmth & Recovery Campaign is a community-driven initiative by Turning Point Center of Rutland to collect essential clothing and household items for in...

12/16/2025

🕊️ Honesty: The First Step Toward Freedom 🕊️

“Recovery is an acceptance that your life is in shambles and you have to change it. But you can’t do that unless you’re honest with yourself.”

— Jamie Lee Curtis

In recovery, honesty isn’t just about telling the truth—it’s about living in truth. It’s about facing ourselves with courage, owning our stories, and letting go of the masks we’ve worn to survive.

At the Turning Point Center of Rutland, we believe honesty is where healing begins. It’s the moment we stop running and start rebuilding. It’s the foundation of trust, connection, and lasting change.

As one wise voice said:

“Honesty is the cornerstone of recovery. Without it, we’re only pretending to heal.”

If you’re ready to take that first honest step—or just need a place where truth is met with compassion—we’re here. No judgment. Just support.

12/15/2025

🌱 Willingness is the First Spark 🌱

“Willingness is not about having it all figured out. It’s about being open to the next right thing.”

– Brene Brown

Recovery doesn’t ask for perfection. It doesn’t demand that we have all the answers. It simply asks for willingness—the courage to try, to show up, to believe that healing is possible.

Willingness is what turns “maybe someday” into “let’s begin.” It’s the quiet strength behind every first meeting, every honest conversation, every brave step forward.

At Turning Point Center of Rutland, we honor that spark. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or walking alongside someone who is, your willingness matters. It’s enough. It’s powerful. And it’s welcome here.

💚 You don’t have to do it alone. We’re here, and we’re walking with you.

12/15/2025

Announcement:

As of this morning, we no longer have any toys available for our Holiday Toys Program. All toys have been claimed.

- The TPCR Team

12/12/2025

🎁 Holiday Toy Program Starts TODAY! 🎄

We’re thrilled to kick off our annual Holiday Toy Program!

🧸 First come, first served
📍 Stop by the Turning Point Center of Rutland
🕘 Open now—come on down and pick out some toys for the kiddos!

Let’s make this season a little brighter, together. 💛

12/11/2025

🌿 Letting Go of Resentments: A Step Toward Freedom 🌿

In recovery, we often say that holding onto resentments is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to get sick. The truth is, resentments weigh us down. They cloud our joy, our clarity, and our ability to heal.

“Resentment is like a heavy backpack — you don’t realize how much it’s slowing you down until you finally set it down.”

— Unknown

At Turning Point Center of Rutland, we believe in the power of release. In making peace with the past. In choosing freedom over bitterness. Letting go doesn’t mean forgetting — it means reclaiming your energy for what matters most: your healing, your growth, your future.

If you’re walking this path, you’re not alone. And if you’re looking for a way to give back this season, we invite you to support our Warmth & Recovery Campaign — a drive to provide essential winter items to those rebuilding their lives.

🧤🧣 Donate or share here:

The Warmth & Recovery Campaign is a community-driven initiative by Turning Point Center of Rutland to collect essential clothing and household items for in...

12/10/2025

Announcement:

Due to the weather and road conditions, Writers for Recovery has been postponed for this week.

Please drive safely.

12/10/2025

🌟 “Recovery is not a race. You don’t have to feel guilty if it takes you longer than you thought it would.” — Anonymous

At Turning Point Center of Rutland, we honor every step of the journey — the slow ones, the strong ones, and the ones that begin again. Recovery is about showing up, even when it’s hard. It’s about community, compassion, and the courage to keep going.

This winter, we’re asking our community to show up for those walking that path by supporting our Warmth & Recovery Campaign. Your donation of a coat, blanket, or household item can offer more than comfort — it can offer dignity, hope, and a reminder that no one walks alone.

🧤🧣 Join us or share the drive:
https://www.giftdrive.org/drive/296

And as the snow continues to fall, please be mindful of the roads. Drive slowly, check in on neighbors, and take care of yourselves and each other.

Wishing you warmth, safety, and a heart full of hope today. 💛

The Warmth & Recovery Campaign is a community-driven initiative by Turning Point Center of Rutland to collect essential clothing and household items for in...

12/09/2025

🌿 The Power of Forgiveness in Recovery 🌿

“Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.”

— Mark Twain

At the Turning Point Center of Rutland, we know that forgiveness is more than a moment — it’s a practice. It’s the quiet courage to release what no longer serves us and make space for healing.

In recovery, forgiveness often begins with ourselves. It’s how we begin to rebuild trust, reclaim dignity, and move forward with hope.

Whether you’re walking this path or supporting someone who is, remember: forgiveness doesn’t mean forgetting — it means choosing freedom over fear, and healing over shame.

Let’s keep showing up for each other — with compassion, with courage, and with the kind of forgiveness that transforms lives.