Weekly Greenhouse Treatment Alumni Meetings
Our Recovery First rehab alumni program also hosts weekly meetings, where alumni at all stages of the recovery process can share stories, insights, lessons, and hope for the future. The meetings are held online, so you can stay connected from the comfort of your own home or anywhere else in the world.
Meetings have different themes and speakers.
Your Recovery
All individuals who have successfully finished any of the various programs offered at Recovery First are considered alumni, and this status is lifelong! Once you’ve completed a program, you become part of an enduring community that supports and celebrates your journey, no matter how much time has passed since your graduation. Your connection with Recovery First and its resources remain available to you indefinitely, ensuring that you can always draw upon the relationships and knowledge gained throughout your experience.
We understand that the journey to recovery extends beyond the treatment phase, which is why we offer a range of support options designed to help alumni navigate life after completion. These services include ongoing counseling, access to support groups, and opportunities for skill-building workshops. Our goal is to foster a strong community that empowers graduates to maintain their sobriety, develop meaningful relationships, and thrive in their personal and professional lives.
Weekly Recovery First Alumni Meetings
The meetings are held online, so you can stay connected from the comfort of your own home or anywhere else in the world.
Meetings have different themes and speakers. On the 3rd Thursday of each month, alumni participate in an open discussion about a recovery-related topic.
Alumni Meeting Details
- Day: Thursdays
- Time: 7 p.m. EST
- Location: Zoom
- Meeting ID: 823 5509 1588
- Password: alumni
‘Share Your Story’ Speaker Series
Each week, Recovery First invites alumni back to the facility so they can share their experiences and offer support to those currently in treatment.
Being of service to others can be an integral part of recovery. When peers help peers, both sides can experience hope, motivation, and empowerment.
If you’re interested in becoming an alumni speaker, please contact us at alumni@contactaac.com.*
At Recovery First, our alumni speaker events take place on:
Wednesdays at 11 a.m. EST during the partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs (in person)
Wednesdays at 6 p.m. EST during the evening intensive outpatient program (online only)
Sundays at 1 p.m. EST during the inpatient treatment program (in person)
*All speakers must have at least 6 months in recovery.
Meet Our Alumni Coordinator!
Melina Udler,CMHP, CAP, ICADC, is the Alumni Coordinator at Recovery First Treatment Center, bringing over 16 years of experience in addiction recovery and behavioral health, including nearly nine years with the Recovery First team. Click the button below to read more.
Are You a Recovery First Alumni? Share Your Story!
Every recovery story is different, and every one of them matters. If you’d like to share yours with the AAC community, we’d love to hear from you.
Hear from Recovery First Alumni
The Benefits of Joining an Alumni Program
Recovery is a life-changing journey that involves continual growth and resilience. Studies show that maintaining a strong support system after rehab ends can help lower a person’s risk of relapse and increase the likelihood of long-term recovery.
An alumni program can be an essential part of that support system—a community of peers who understand what you’ve been through and relate to the challenges you face in recovery.
At Recovery First, every person who walks through our doors and entrusts us with their care becomes a part of our family. From day one, we work with you and your treatment team to develop a comprehensive aftercare plan that includes the support and resources needed to sustain recovery long after you leave us.
Our CARE rehab alumni program is just one way we can help you stay connected and motivated—and make sure you are never alone.
We hope you’ll join us at a meeting, speaker event, or community chat on the alumni app. You will be welcomed with open arms.