National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life.

The 2021 National Recovery Month theme, “Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community,” reminds people in recovery and those who support them that no one is alone in the journey through recovery.

Recovering from addiction is more than just removing alcohol or other drugs from one’s life. It’s an ongoing process that involves healing on all levels. An additional theme that runs throughout our proposed programming is the idea that holistic well-being is crucial to recovery.

2021 NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH EVENTS

SOBRIETY LIBRARY

Browse the online resource guide to discover educational materials and services related to addiction and recovery. We have curated a collection of books, academic journals, podcasts, and online communities related to these topics.

Location: tx.ag/sobrietylibrary
Date/Time: Sept. 1 - 30
Audience: Everyone
Sponsored By: Health Promotion, University Libraries

FOOD FOR THOUGHT REELS: MOCKTAILS

Want to learn how to make fancy, fruity drinks, but without alcohol? These reels are for you! Each day of this series, we will premiere the recipe demonstration for the following mocktails: Coconut, Cucumber, Lime, and Mint Cooler; Cranberry Basil Sangria; Bloody Mary; and Pina Colada.

Location: instagram.com/TAMUHealthPromotion
Date/Time: Every Friday in September
Audience: Everyone
Sponsored By: Health Promotion

LUNCH & LEARN: TREATMENT CENTER Q&A

This lunch and learn will be a panel discussion covering common questions students have about how to seek treatment while being a student and what options are available to them, as well as laying out what different types of treatment mean, and details on different expectations/guidelines treatment centers may have. Panelists will include representatives from local treatment centers as well as Texas A&M staff members who assist students with entering treatment.

Location: fb.com/TAMUHealthPromotion
Date/Time: Sept. 14, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Audience: Students
Sponsored By: Health Promotion, Student Assistance Services, Promises Brazos Valley, La Hacienda, and Counseling and Psychological Services

SOBER TAILGATE WATCH PARTY

Join us for the Sober Tailgate Watch Party to watch the Aggies BTHO Arkansas on the big screen. Tailored to those in recovery, their allies, and others who want a sober environment to watch the game. No alcohol will be permitted. There will be free popcorn, soda, and other goodies. Registration is required. Go Aggies!

Location: Star Cinema Grill, 1037 University Drive, College Station, TX 77840
Date/Time: Sept. 25, one hour before kick-off
Audience: Everyone
Registration: Required at tx.ag/WatchParty
Sponsored By: Health Promotion

SOBER YOGA

Experience the healing, supportive vibes of this trauma-informed yoga class and take away some informative resources about addiction and recovery. We encourage attendees to refrain from using alcohol or other drugs for 72 hours (3 days) prior to the event for our sober challenge.

Location: Student Recreation Center 2229 and Zoom
Date/Time: Sept. 27, 6 – 7 p.m.
Audience: Everyone
Registration: tx.ag/SoberYoga
Sponsored By: Health Promotion, Rec Sports

RUN FOR RECOVERY

Our first annual Run for Recovery is a 5K race with goals of raising awareness about addiction recovery and recovery services; encouraging a sense of belonging among students in recovery and their allies; and highlighting the mind, body, and soul benefits of moving your body.

Location: Start and finish at Student Recreation Center
Date/Time: Oct. 16, 8:30 a.m.
Audience: Everyone
Registration: Required at imleagues.com/rfrtamu
Cost: $5 (limited scholarships available, contact Megan Buck)
Sponsored By: Health Promotion, Rec Sports

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