Limen Recovery and Wellness

02/18/2026

Recovery does not start with rules, plans, or milestones. It starts when someone feels safe enough to exhale.

Many residents arrive at Limen carrying exhaustion, fear, and years of being treated like a problem. The first message they receive is simple and consistent. You are welcome here. You will eat. You will rest. You will be treated with respect.

Love is not a slogan for us. It is the condition that makes everything else possible.

02/15/2026

❤️Valentine’s Day isn’t just about relationships. It’s about love in all forms.

And sometimes the most important relationship is the one you have with yourself.

If you don’t have a significant other, make today a self-care day. Protect your peace. Go to a meeting. Journal. Take a walk. Call someone who supports your recovery.📖

Loving yourself enough to stay sober is powerful. ✨
We’re proud of you today and every day.

02/13/2026

Gratitude 🤍

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. 🔓✨

It turns what we have into enough and more.

It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity.

It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.

It turns problems into gifts, failures into successes, the unexpected into perfect timing and mistakes into important events.

It can turn an existence into a real life, and disconnected situations into important and beneficial lessons.

Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.

– Melody Beattie

02/11/2026

📬There is nothing more powerful than hearing from the loved ones who get to witness recovery up close. We are always honored to receive letters like this, because they remind us why this work matters.
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Dear Limen Recovery Team,

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the impact Limen Recovery and Wellness has had on our lives. My partner, Julius, has recently reached one year of sobriety through your program, and this milestone represents a transformation.

Through the structure, support, and care provided at Limen, Julius has been given the chance to heal, grow, and build a future rooted in hope and stability. Your work has not only helped him reclaim his life, but it has also restored peace, trust, and joy in mine.

Not only did Limen help Julius achieve sobriety, but they also helped him rediscover who he truly is—stronger in spirit, grounded in purpose, and filled with hope. Watching his growth has given our relationship a sense of peace, and our outlook on the future is stronger because of the structure, guidance, and unwavering support provided through this program.

Thank You!! We are forever grateful!!
-Kendrah

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

🏈 Enjoy the Big Game — Safely 🏈

As you celebrate, a few gentle reminders to help keep the day fun and safe for everyone:

🤍🌱 If you’re in recovery, use your support network.

🚪✨ Have an exit plan if things start to feel off. Trust yourself. Don’t be afraid to leave early. Your recovery comes first.

🤝🚗Look out for the people around you. Don’t let anyone drive impaired.

🏈🍽️ Enjoy the game, the food, and the company.

Have a safe Super Bowl Sunday 🏈🤍

02/08/2026

Small choices, made daily, add up to real change.
Care for your body. Care for your mind.💫

You don’t need to change everything at once.
Start with what feels doable today, and let consistency do the rest. 🤍

02/05/2026

Black History Month is a time to honor resilience and strength.

Black communities have carried generations of wisdom, creativity, leadership, and perseverance, often while navigating deep inequities in health care, housing, and opportunity.

This Black History Month, we honor the individuals whose courage reshaped history and whose legacy continues to shape our understanding of freedom.

02/03/2026

💜Val is celebrating 4 years sober!

If you’re early in recovery or wondering if this path is possible, let this be your reminder that it is.💫

We’re proud of you, Val, and grateful for your example.

02/02/2026

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to show up for your community when it matters most, this is it. 💙

Looking to make a real difference during the coldest nights of the year?

Help us bring warmth and safety to our community when it’s needed most. Friendship House is looking for compassionate, dependable individuals to join our Code Purple team in New Castle County this winter season.

This is an on-call, overnight position that activates only when weather conditions call for emergency shelter. You'll play a vital role in setting up, supporting, and closing down Code Purple sites, ensuring every guest is treated with dignity and respect.

📍 On-site | ⏰ 5:30 PM–6:30 AM | 🧾 No degree required

🔗 Apply link in the comments!

01/30/2026

💜One day or decades in, your story matters.

🙌Drop your sober date in the comments. Someone scrolling today might need to see it. Let’s show them what’s possible.

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01/28/2026

Due to hazardous road and parking conditions around 819 Washington Street, tomorrow’s alumni meeting has been canceled ❄️🥶

The safety of our alumni, staff, and community always comes first. We appreciate your understanding and encourage everyone to stay safe and warm.

We look forward to gathering again soon. 💙