Carey S.

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Carey S.’s Story

2024: Champions of Recovery

Which Valley Hope location did you attend?

Valley Hope of Atchison

When is your sobriety birthday?

July 24, 2024

What does your recovery community look like?

My wife, children, AA/NA home groups, some of my fellow Valley Hope of Atchison alumni.

How does your community support your recovery?

They love and support me, give me perspective and counsel.

What advice would you give to someone who doesn’t have a recovery community?

If you’re in active addiction: seek treatment. If you’re newly clean and sober: attend meetings, therapy or spiritual counseling. Do the work by reading the big book and other 12 step literature. Get a sponsor and lean on other clean/sober fellows.

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