This month at Nexus Family Recovery Center, we’re excited to celebrate the opening of our Reading For Recovery on-campus libraries, highlight our Nexus Auxiliary and upcoming events, showcase an exciting garden grant award, and share Laura’s inspiring journey of resilience.
Support
The Impactful Mission of the Nexus Auxiliary
The Auxiliary of Nexus is a group of dedicated women committed to promoting the mission of Nexus Family Recovery Center through community engagement and fundraising. Members contribute countless volunteer hours to support Nexus’s vital services. Their mission is achieved through:
Building a Strong Membership: Engaging community members to foster active participation.
Stimulating Public Awareness: Raising awareness about the importance of Nexus’ recovery services.
Financial Support: Organizing events to generate funds for Nexus programs.
Save the Date for these Upcoming Events:
Community members can also get involved by attending or volunteering at the upcoming Auxiliary-sponsored events! Email Cynthia Juarez, Nexus Director of Community Engagement, to learn more.
Children’s Halloween Party: October 31, 2024
Nexus Staff Appreciation: February 14, 2025
Children’s Holiday Party: December 20, 2024
Children’s Spring Party: April 18, 2025
Mothers’ Brunch and Bazaar: April 14, 2025
There are several events and volunteer opportunities in the coming months. Auxiliary memberships start at just $50 per year! To get involved and join the Auxiliary in making a positive impact in the community, click the below button.
Security
Whole Kids Foundation Garden Grant Awarded to Nexus’ Child Development Center
Nexus Family Recovery Center is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $3,000 Garden Grant from the Whole Kids Foundation! Chosen from over 1,200 applications across the U.S. and Canada, this grant will fund an educational edible garden project at the Nexus Child Development Center, which supports the children of mothers undergoing recovery treatment at Nexus.
By providing children with access to fresh fruits and vegetables, the program aims to encourage healthy eating habits, promote the excitement of trying new foods, and foster a connection to real food. This initiative will help create a positive impact on the health and well-being of the children that attend Nexus’ Child Development Center.
Community
Reading Through Recovery Library Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
On September 28, residents and book lovers at the Nexus campus celebrated an exciting ribbon-cutting ceremony for the launch of the Reading Through Recovery Library, a project initiated by Girl Scout El Wakefield.
Over the past two years, El has dedicated her Girl Scout projects to supporting Nexus. Last year, she created a video for children entering residential treatment with their mothers, helping ease their anxiety about the transition and showcasing the supportive environment at Nexus.
For her Gold Star project this year, El has established multiple mini lending libraries on campus, collecting over 1,000 carefully selected books that are appropriate and non-triggering for women in residential recovery and their children who attend the Child Development Center. These libraries aim to foster a love of reading, provide personal reflection time, and encourage bonding between mothers and their children.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony also featured special guest and keynote speaker, Will Baggett, who spoke about and signed copies of his latest book, Hues of Hope. In her speech, Nexus CEO, Heather Ormand, expressed admiration for El’s thoughtfulness and passion for helping others and presented her a bouquet of flowers on behalf of the women and children at Nexus who will enjoy these books for years to come.
You can contribute additional books to the Reading Through Recovery Library by clicking the button below!
Dignity
Laura’s Inspiring Journey of Perseverance
At 59, Laura reflects on her life after achieving 1 year and 10 months of sobriety, with her sober date as December 30, 2022. Her recovery journey began when she was homeless, stemming from a troubled upbringing marked by emotional abuse.
Laura first turned to substances in 1996 out of curiosity, but her life spiraled downward, culminating in the loss of her job after 29 years. This turning point prompted her to seek treatment, leading her to Nexus Family Recovery Center.
During her time at Nexus, Laura participated in various programs and services. and although she says she experienced fear initially, she quickly found a sense of safety in the women-only environment, which she found beneficial for her healing process.
Laura credits Nexus with transforming not just her life but also her family’s. With newfound productivity and accountability, she rebuilt trust with her daughter and now enjoys relationships with her two grandchildren.
Throughout her recovery, Laura embraced the lessons learned at Nexus, including the importance of service to others and understanding her condition as a disease. These insights have been instrumental in maintaining her sobriety. Currently, Laura cherishes her daily routines and hobbies, which include movies, bowling, and spending time with family. Looking forward, Laura dreams of continuing her journey of recovery, traveling, and helping others in similar situations. Grateful for her journey, Laura emphasizes perseverance: “I’m grateful that I didn’t give up. My higher power is with me all the time; I just have to show up and do the work.”
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