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A better tomorrow is possible. Starting today. Recovery Iowa is here, right now, to offer support. Connecting. Encouraging. Empowering. You.

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What is Recovery?

Process of Change

Change is something that comes along with recovery. No matter where you are on your journey, change is inevitable and may be scary to start.

You have the power to make positive changes in your life.

So, start today! Even small changes are important to help change habits, feelings, and thinking patterns.

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Person & Purpose Driven

Recovery is driven by a person’s situations and needs, and it looks different for everyone.

Recovery is about more than sobriety & abstinence; it’s about coming to recognize things you’ve been through and all that you’ve overcome.

No person has had the exact same experience. That is why recovery is centered around individual needs.

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Peer & Ally Supported

Some of the best things gained in recovery are relationships. Whether it’s a counselor, supportive family members, or peers & allies in your recovery community, support is an important part of recovery. Your peers are the people who have similar experiences. Your allies are the people who want to listen and understand your experience with no judgement about your past.

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Hear our stories of recovery and support for a better tomorrow ."

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“Forty-three days ago I went to treatment. I’ve been to treatment about six times, but this time was different…and not only have I been clean, but I really just been working on myself. I’m going to see a therapist.”

Nick

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“It all happened so quick actually. Within the two months I was done graduating for GED, I had gotten my license, you know, and I was on my way to work for the college, you know, and all kinds of stuff.”

Veronica

Factory worker operating band saw cutting machine for steel bars in the industrial factory

“Swallowing that pride and goin' you know and gettin' my mental health in check…I went up there to get my mental health thing taken care...you know what I mean. Like, I knew what I had to do.”

Peter

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“If I could get out of that lifestyle like in the way that I did, there's nothing that I can't do. It's really about manifesting your reality, your intentions and knowing what you really want.”

Melissa

We're Strong Together.

Recovery goes beyond any one person’s effort—a strong community recovery culture and resources are important supports to people in recovery.

Learn more about how communities across Iowa support recovery by reviewing a few of our community profiles, locate community and recovery resources near you with interactive maps, and learn how to build a thriving recovery community where you live with our selection of toolkits and resources.

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9 Evidence-Based Tips for Sustaining Recovery

Get Active

Care for your body to stay healthy now! Try these easy tips to incorporate physical activity in your daily routine, and promote your path to recovery.

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Connect with Your Community

No one is on the path to recovery alone. Consider joining a group of like-minded individuals for social connection and recovery support.

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Develop a Budget

Many people find that their personal finances look different in recovery. Try developing a budget to help your financial wellbeing.

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Promote Self-Learning

When you start on your recovery journey, it can feel like there’s so much to learn. Try some of the self-guided learning tips to learn how substance use affects your body and brain.

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Take Time for Mindfulness

In today’s world, it can be hard to take a moment to yourself. Mindfulness and meditation can help you develop a reflective mindset, and promote recovery.

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Connect with Nature

Spending time in nature can help you feel relaxed and clear your mind. Take a moment to connect with the natural world around you.

Think of how you feel when you interact with nature.

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Practice Gratitude

Take time each day to reflect through a gratitude mindset. Do this for just a few minutes each day, and, over time, you'll feel calmer, and more connected to the things that matter most.

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Spend Time

Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to make social connections and learn new skills, all while promoting your path to sustained recovery.

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Strive for Good Sleep

Without sleep, we cannot make effective decisions about our lives and the world around us. To promote your recovery mindset, aim for seven to eight hours of sleep per night.

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Look here for information about recovery-relevant news and events. Find interesting ways to stay up to date about local and national goings-on.

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If you want to speak up about recovery, advocacy might be the path for you. In this tab, you can learn more about advocacy and how it relates to recovery. 

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Get involved in substance use prevention and recovery. In this tab you can donate, volunteer, and learn how to take public policy action.

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