Recovery Month 2026

Open Heart SC

Post Copy - All Platforms: Take the inspiration you need. 💟 Leaving words of encouragement for others to find is an easy way to embrace recovery. Visit OpenHeartSC.com to find the Words of Inspiration flyer, print it out and post it somewhere in your community to share anonymous support for anyone who needs it. #RecoveryMonth

Recovery Reminders

Post Copy - All Platforms: Progress isn’t just milestones and big moments — it’s also the choices you make daily. It won’t always be loud or perfect, but progress is always something to be proud of. #RecoveryMonth

Language of Recovery

Post Copy - All Platforms: Substance use disorders are just that: disorders. When talking about recovery, language matters — try saying "drug of use" instead of "drug of choice." Because when someone has a substance use disorder that includes physical dependence, choice is removed. The words we use either reinforce the myth that addiction is a decision, or they reflect the reality: it's a diagnosable, treatable medical condition, not a character flaw.

Open Heart SC

Post Copy - All Platforms: When you look in the mirror, keep an open heart. 💟 You’re the only one who knows every obstacle you’ve faced in recovery, and you should be proud of what you’ve overcome. #RecoveryMonth

Recovery Reminders

Post Copy - All Platforms: Let’s be honest: sobriety doesn’t erase struggle. But it does build strength in yourself and clarity in your life. What else have you built through your recovery? #RecoveryMonth

Language of Recovery

Post Copy - All Platforms: Making subtle changes in your vocabulary can make a big difference. Instead of saying “relapse,” you can use “return to use” to recognize the challenges faced in recovery without using words that may carry stigma.

Open Heart SC

Post Copy - All Platforms: Even the hard days move you forward. 💟 Recovery takes time, so remember to keep an open heart. #RecoveryMonth

Recovery Reminders

Post Copy - All Platforms: You don’t have to have it all figured out today. Just take it one day at a time. #RecoveryMonth

Language of Recovery

Post Copy - All Platforms: Anyone can use the language of recovery! The language of recovery isn’t just for people who work in recovery services or people with years of sobriety under their belt. Visit EmbraceRecoverySC.com to see examples of easy switches to people-first language that you can make in your vocabulary. #RecoveryMonth

Open Heart SC

Post Copy - All Platforms: Every person has a different road to recovery, and every recovery journey is unique. Keeping an open heart means supporting people no matter where they take their first step toward recovery from a substance use disorder. 💟

Recovery Reminders

Post Copy - All Platforms: Substance use disorders can affect more than just the person with the disorder: family, friends, coworkers, and even those beyond the inner circle. But your recovery can affect them, too. The joy of seeing your progress. The pride of how far you’ve come.

Language of Recovery

Post Copy - All Platforms: Words matter. They shape how people in recovery see themselves, so try making simple changes in your vocabulary to embrace the language of recovery. Instead of saying someone is “clean” from drugs, say they are “substance free.”

What is Recovery?

Post Copy - All Platforms: @samhsagov’s working definition of recovery from mental disorders and substance use disorders is “a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.” Through their Recovery Support Strategic Initiative, they identified four major dimensions that support a life in recovery: health, home, purpose, community.

Home

Post Copy - All Platforms: @samhsagov’s first dimension of recovery is Home: having a stable and safe place to live, which is the best foundation for healing. Home isn’t just a place to lay your head — it provides a security that makes everything else possible.

Health

Post Copy - All Platforms: @samhsagov’s second dimension of recovery is Health: overcoming or managing one’s substance use disorder and living in a way that supports your physical and emotional wellbeing. That could look like a therapy session, a morning walk, a healthy meal, or simply getting out of bed. Every small choice adds up.

Purpose

Post Copy - All Platforms: @samhsagov’s third dimension of recovery is Purpose: engaging in meaningful daily activities like work, school, or volunteering, and having the independence, income, and resources to better participate in society. Purpose looks different for everyone — what matters is that it’s yours.

Community

Post Copy - All Platforms: @samhsagov’s fourth dimension of recovery is Community: creating relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love, and hope in recovery. Remember, you don’t have to do this alone and there are people ready to walk with you.

This template provides local organizations with an easy-to-use format to promote National Recovery Month events to the local press. Simply fill in the details about your event, speakers and activities to help attract media coverage and raise community awareness.