What is Recovery?

 

What is Recovery?

Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.

--SAMHSA's Working Definition of Recovery

Here are some of SAMHSA’s guiding principles of recovery:

  • Recovery emerges from hope.

  • Recovery occurs via many pathways.

  • Recovery is person-driven and supported through relationships and social networks.

  • Recovery is culturally-based and influenced.

  • Recovery is based on respect.

At Heartland Mental Health, we believe recovery is possible. We see it happening every day.

At our peer-run David Quarton Drop-in Center, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Speak with Peer Specialists who have lived experience in well-being and recovery, and understand many of the issues you may be facing,

  • Attend skill building, educational, and support groups,

  • Form social networks through various areas of involvement,

  • Develop leadership skills through participation in the member board of directors.