Jasper Welcomes Alabama’s First Recovery Café
JASPER, Ala. — On July 18, Jasper unveiled the Recovery Café Walker County, marking Alabama’s inaugural Recovery Café, as recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA). This community resource aims to provide a supportive, therapeutic environment for individuals dealing with trauma, mental health issues, or substance use disorders.
The Recovery Café operates on the belief that every person is deserving of love and support, regardless of their past struggles. It is a membership-based, free resource open to all, joining over 80 similar establishments nationwide. Each café is established by community members, ensuring locally tailored support.
Paige Britton, the executive director of both The Recovery Den and the new Recovery Café, expressed her commitment to fostering a community of healing. “We are honored to bring this powerful program to Walker County,” said Britton. “This Café is a space where every person is valued, healing is possible, and recovery is celebrated.”
In response to the ongoing opioid crisis that has significantly impacted the Jasper and Walker County area, Curt Lindsley, Executive Director of the Alabama Alliance for Recovery Residences (AARR), highlighted the café’s importance. “Recovery Café Walker County plays a vital role in helping individuals struggling with life circumstances,” Lindsley stated.
The café, located at 589 Highway 78 in Jasper, aims to be a central hub for community support, connecting individuals with essential resources throughout their recovery journeys. Britton emphasized the café’s mission: “We want to support individuals before, during, and after their recovery, no matter their stage.”
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