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From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Jodi and Derrick’s Journey of Recovery, Love, and Service

In the world of addiction recovery, stories of hope and transformation are precious. The story of Jodi, 59, and Derrick, 60, who found love and a new purpose in rehab, is one of those stories. They shared their experience to let Philadelphians that there is hope in recovery. "We met in rehab," Jodi recalls, a smile in her voice. For her, it was her final rehab stay: “I had been in every rehab and detox in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas maybe five times, starting at age 18." Her last chance at recovery became the first chapter of their shared story. Derrick landed in rehab after turning 50. He was homeless and crashing at his sister’s home, sleeping on the [...]

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The Time is Now

"The Time is Now" Project Aware is a SAMHSA Grant opportunity. Its purpose is to:

  • Build and expand the capacity of state educational agencies
  • Increase awareness of mental health issues among school-aged youth,
  • Provide training for school personnel and other adults who interact with school-aged youth 
  • Detect and respond to mental health issues in children and young adults
  • Connect children, youth, and families who may have behavioral health issues with appropriate services.

Anticipated Award Amount: Up to $1.95 million/year

Submission deadline: June 16, 2014

Rise and Shine Mural Tour

A new season of Porch Light tours is upon us! We are so grateful to be partnering with the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program on the "Rise and Shine Mural Tour" inspired by James Burns' stunning mural The North Philadelphia Beacon Project. Take this opportunity to see beautiful public art and learn about inspiring journeys of recovery and healing.

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Have you ever wondered how your thoughts can shape how you feel and how you act? 
Or did you just do a check-up from the neck up and are ready to take another step towards getting the support you need to feel better?

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