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Walking Through Recovery | Shawn’s Story

Posted on Sep 17, 2024 in News & Events

Shawn’s life quickly went off the rails after his father was sentenced to death for murder. Shawn was just 11 years old. Eleven years later he was called in to witness his father’s execution. The pain and anger were uncontrollable, recounts Shawn, which “began a mountain of pain in my life. …Over the course of 26 years I battled...

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National Recovery Month

Posted on Aug 27, 2024 in News & Events

Each September, Heartland Recovery recognizes National Recovery Month, a time to increase awareness and celebrate the successes of those who battle addiction.  Here are some ways you can get involved to show your support to the recovery community and make a difference! Addiction & The Church Seminar. Join Heartland Recovery for this 1-day informational...

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Walking Through Recovery | Eric’s Story

Posted on Aug 21, 2024 in News & Events

Eric’s struggles began in his early teens when he started using alcohol and marijuana. He realized that his addiction had taken over when he was staring at his drugs anxiously planning on “trying to get more” because it was never enough. As his addiction escalated, he found himself in a cycle of legal trouble and homelessness. Sitting in...

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Walking Through Recovery | Tye’s Story

Posted on Aug 7, 2024 in News & Events

Tye grew up with an absent father and a mother struggling with addiction, which led to his experimenting with drugs from a young age. After losing a father figure at 13, Tye went deeper into drug use seeking comfort. Full blown addiction followed, causing him to lose jobs, relationships, and even custody of his daughter. Despite cycles of getting clean and...

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Walking Through Recovery | James’ Story

Posted on Jul 26, 2024 in News & Events

James grew up in a family struggling with addiction. During high school, James began experimenting with substances himself, leading to a lifestyle of drinking, smoking, and partying. His addiction escalated to the point where he prioritized alcohol and drugs over his family. “I was choosing going out with friends rather than taking care of my...

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