New Awakening Recovery Services, Inc.

08/05/2026

🦋Every strong program needs a strong leader, and we are so grateful to have Yakima Burch guiding our mentorship efforts!

💜As Director of Mentoring, Yakima leads the charge in training, organizing, and guiding our mentor team. She plays a vital role in building structured support systems for women transitioning out of sober living environments or navigating challenges. Her focus is on making sure every mentor who enters our Recovery Enrichment Program is fully equipped with the tools, empathy, and perspective needed to support our mentees effectively.

💚Her passion for lifting up others inspires our entire organization and reminds us daily of the transformative power of community and mentorship.

🦋Yakima, thank you for your incredible leadership and your dedication to empowering the women in our program!

08/03/2026

💜We are so excited for our Recovery Month event in September!

Celebrate with us!🦋

07/07/2026

💜There are volunteers who help you grow, and then there are the foundational pillars who have been there helping build the entire house. Today, we are filled with so much gratitude as we shine a bright spotlight on Mrs. Barbara Ross, who has been with our organization since the very beginning!

🦋From day one, Ms. Barbara has poured her time, her heart, and her unwavering belief into our mission. She has walked with us through every milestone over the past five years, celebrated every victory, and stood by our side to ensure our community always has a safe, supportive place to turn. Her years of loyalty, wisdom, and dedication have deeply shaped who we are today.

💚Thank you, Ms Barbara, for being with us since the very first step of this journey, for your beautiful heart of service, and for your steadfast commitment to lifting up our neighbors. We are so deeply blessed by your dedication!

07/02/2026

🦋Our Smart Decisions! Healthy Futures! Youth Empowerment Program is designed to give young people the tools, confidence, and support they need to make decisions that lead to strong, healthy futures. Through transformative activities, we help youth discover their strengths and choose what's right when others choose differently.

💜Rooted in our core values of empowerment, support, creativity, and community, this program opens important conversations about substance use prevention, healthy decision-making, conflict resolution, and more.

🦋If you want your youth to experience this powerful program, bring them to our next youth event:

Trussville Public Library
July 25, 2026
12 PM - 3 PM

Please see the flyer for more information.

💜We would love for your family to join us!

06/06/2026

🦋A Volunteer Spotlight: Alana Price

💜We are thrilled to shine a bright light on an incredible member of our team! This month, the spotlight is on Alana Price, who plays a vital role in our Smart Decisions! Healthy Futures! Youth Empowerment Program.

🦋Alana brings an amazing blend of heart, energy, and dedication to our youth. Through her leadership, she helps guide the next generation toward making positive, healthy life choices, building their confidence, and realizing their full potential. She doesn't just teach, she empowers our youth to see the bright futures ahead of them.

💜Thank you, Alana, for your time, your passion, and for being such an inspiring mentor to the young people in our community. We are so incredibly blessed to have you on this journey with us!

06/03/2026

🦋Our team recently had the honor of attending "I Need You Write Away: Recovery Edition," a beautiful letter-writing initiative created by C.J. Wade.

💜This gathering brought people together, both in-person and virtually, to write heartfelt letters of encouragement for individuals in recovery. Throughout the event, community members shared compassion, empathy, and inspirational words meant to remind others that they are seen and valued.

🦋A All of the letters written during this initiative will be delivered to New Awakening Recovery Services, Inc. to share with our Recovery Enrichment Program participants on their recovery journey.

💜We're so grateful to C.J. Wade for creating such a meaningful space, and to every person who took the time to write a letter that could change someone's day, or even their life.

🦋Recovery happens in community. Encouragement matters.

💜Words make a difference.

05/22/2026

05/18/2026

💚May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we were honored to attend a community event hosted by Nurture of Alabama, Inc. to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect individuals and families with vital resources.

💚This event brought together community organizations, speakers, local vendors, and food trucks for a day of education, support, and wellness. We are grateful for the opportunity to strengthen mental health and provide resources in the community.

💚Thank you, Nurture of Alabama, Inc. for inviting us to this impactful event!

05/05/2026

🦋💜 Volunteer Spotlight: Sydni Maye 🦋💜

🦋 We are thrilled to shine a light on an incredible member of our team! This month, the spotlight is on Sydni Maye, a fitness expert who has been bringing energy, movement, and wellness to our community.

💜 Sydni joins us for fitness sessions at Jessie’s Place, where she leads our participants in workouts designed to strengthen both the body and the spirit. By sharing her expertise and vibrant energy, Sydni helps our participants build confidence and resilience through the power of health and movement.

🦋 Thank you, Sydni, for your dedication, your heart for service, and for helping us move toward a healthier, more joyful future!

04/23/2026

🦋Growth isn't always about giant leaps; more often, it is found in the quiet, steady decision to keep showing up for yourself. Whether you are navigating a difficult transition, building a new habit, or simply trying to find your footing, remember that progress is rarely a straight line.

💜Every small step you take toward your goals—no matter how minor it may seem—is a victory worth celebrating.

🦋You possess a unique resilience that has carried you through every challenge so far, and that same strength will carry you toward the bright future you are working so hard to build.

💜Stay patient with your process and believe in the person you are becoming!