After many traumatic life events, Kelly turned to drugs and alcohol to escape her pain. Instead of finding relief, they just compounded her problems and before she knew it, Kelly found herself homeless and suicidal. “The biggest difference [coming to Heartland], was the huge amount of love poured into me. From all the loss and trauma, I guess...
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College Chili Supper Missions Fundraiser
HCC students are preparing for the annual Missions Fundraiser Chili Supper, scheduled for Saturday, November 5th. All are welcome to join us for homemade chili and cornbread, baked goods, a cupcake walk, and auction. Save the date and plan to bring the whole family for dinner, 5:30-7:30pm at the Heartland Christian Academy gym (101 Nations Boulevard,...
Read MoreWalking Through Recovery: Brandie’s Story
Brandie acknowledges being so heavily into drugs and alcohol that, “I couldn’t get out of bed without knowing I had a drink waiting for me.” Her addiction led to multiple arrests and she found herself spiraling. Then, Brandie followed the advice she now gives others, “You have to ask for help.” “Heartland brought truth...
Read MoreRally For Recovery Total
As we wrap up Rally for Recovery month, we’d like to say a big THANK YOU to our community and neighbors! Through your support, we exceeded our goal and raised $6292, which will be used to update the guest houses where families stay when they come to visit their loved ones. Thank you to everyone who… put in miles and got sponsors for the...
Read MoreRecovery Staff Highlights – Brandon Roberts
Once a full-blown heroin addict for 18 years of his life, Brandon acknowledges it was only God that “pulled me out of that depravity.” Today, as an administrative assistant at the Heartland Recovery Program, he works with a team of people helping others find freedom and continues to see that one key to remaining successful is to...
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