The Gallery of Hope Represents the Miracle of Recovery
During National Recovery Month 2024, the Miracle of Recovery is a priority in the nation’s capital. At the start of the 35th National Recovery Month (NRM), leaders from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) come together to mark the observance. However, NRM is not just about the battle against addiction and co-occurring disorders. Indeed, it also underlines the miracle of recovery in words and visual expression.
As a provider of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services, Tarzana Treatment Centers understands the challenge. To help people in early treatment settings, accentuating the miracle of recovery is a priority. People need hope that their lives will get better once they get sober, leaving the drugs and alcohol behind. Hence, the responsibility of treatment providers is to open the door to a brighter and more positive future.
The Gallery of Hope and The Miracle of Recovery
SAMHSA emphasizes the positive nature of recovery with the Gallery of Hope. Indeed, the online gallery inspires by representing visions of recovery nationwide. Given the challenges in local communities nationwide, delivering images of hope is necessary. Hence, people in crisis, both young and old, receive inspiration and the knowledge that a better way is possible.
As Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra explains, “When people struggle with mental health challenges and addiction, it impacts all of us. Recovery is attainable for anyone battling mental health challenges and substance use disorder – but nobody should have to go through recovery alone. Together, we can help individuals and communities make treatment and recovery accessible to everyone. We must work harder to understand and show compassion for people who are struggling with addiction.”
Moving Forward in a Positive Direction
Tarzana Treatment Centers believes in moving forward in a positive direction. Thus, National Recovery Month is just the beginning. For patients in treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, emphasizing the miracle of recovery is a daily priority. Indeed, the Galley of Hope is a gallery that must be expanded throughout the year. After all, when facing the stigma and cost of addiction, every day is a challenge.