Reaching for Recovery

Reaching For Recovery
...and Beyond.

Helping our community recover together.

Our Mission

Welcome to Reaching for Recovery and… Beyond, where we serve individuals in recovery across Harford County, Maryland. Our mission is to provide compassionate support, resources, and advocacy to overcome the barriers that make the recovery journey harder, including stigma in family courts, workplaces, and healthcare. We amplify the voices of recovery champions—community leaders, business owners, and those who have walked the path of recovery—to inspire strength and resilience. We believe everyone in recovery is a champion, and we are committed to supporting one another as we navigate sober lives.
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‍Recovery doesn’t end at sobriety, it’s where the journey to acceptance begins.

Our Story

Who we are

Operating in Harford County Maryland, Reaching for Recovery is a not-for-profit dedicated to helping our community recover from alcohol use disorder and substance use disorder. Our goal is to reduce the stigma surrounding individuals in recovery and reveal how it can affect someone years and years after they reach sobriety.

What we do

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‍Educate and Advocate: Raise awareness about alcohol and substance use disorders, promote prevention strategies, and advocate for policies that support recovery.
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‍Build a Supportive Community: Create a safe and welcoming environment where individuals in recovery can connect with others, share their story, build relationships, and develop a strong support network.
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‍Provide Resources: Offer resources of support. Provide compelling and relevant stories of triumph and challenges. Offer fact-based stories of real-life encounters with stigma surrounding recovery.

Blog

Role of Stigma in Recovery

In this blog, we’ll explore how stigma affects recovery, the specific challenges individuals face—especially in family and professional settings—and how recovery can ultimately be a springboard for new aopportunities, including starting a business, building a family, and living outdreams that seemed impossible during active addiction.

The Power of Community

Discover how a strong support network can be a crucial factor in achieving and maintaining long-term recovery from addiction. This blog post explores the benefits of joining a community of individuals who understand your journey and can offer encouragement, guidance, and accountability.

Myths about Recovery

Are you curious about the reality of addiction recovery? This blog post aims to dispel common misconceptions and provide accurate information about the recovery process.

We want to hear from you!

Once in recovery, the journey is not over. The stigma can follow a person throughout their life. Personal, professional and legal experiences can be experienced differently for someone in recovery. We want to hear from you! Tell us your recovery story and any experiences or challenges you have faced.

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