FDL for Recovery

08/25/2026

💜 Join us on Monday 8/31
Every Life Matters 💜

Please join Drug-Free Communities and our coalition members at the Gratitude Club on
Monday, August 31 (5-7 PM) for International Overdose Awareness Day.
The Purple Chair Project will be featured serving as a visible symbol of remembrance to those their lives to overdose.
All are welcome to join us for this no-cost event. This event is dedicated to remembering those lost to overdose and strengthening community support. Resources and goodies will be available!

08/25/2026

At Recovery Unfiltered on September 20, stop by our Beyond the Book Make & Take and create your own tiny handmade book. 📕📘📗

📖 BEYOND THE BOOK: MAKE & TAKE ✨

Your story matters. Your creativity matters. And you don't have to be an artist to create something meaningful.

At Recovery Unfiltered on September 20, stop by our Beyond the Book Make & Take and create your own tiny handmade book.

Fill your little book with whatever speaks to you:

🎨 Art or doodles
✍️ Journaling or poetry
💭 Hopes and dreams
🙏 Gratitude
❤️ Memories
🌱 Your personal story
✨ Or simply whatever you feel inspired to put on the page

No artistic experience is needed—just a willingness to create.

Beyond the Book is a community art project celebrating creativity, mental wellness, and recovery. Throughout September, these tiny books will be displayed across Fond du Lac as a reminder that every story matters.

Come make one for yourself, make one for someone you love, or simply sit down and create for a while.

📅 September 20 | 1–5 PM
📍 Fond du Lac County Prairie Theater & Event Center

Tiny Books. Big Stories. Endless Possibilities.

08/24/2026

A great resource if you’re in need of help with transportation! 🚙

08/15/2026

Spread the Word! 📣

Recovery Unfiltered is coming up, and we want to see our community showing up and spreading the message! 💜

We have yard signs available to help get the word out. Would you like one for your yard? 🙌

Comment below or send us a message and we’ll get one to you!

Let’s fill our community with signs of support, hope, and recovery. 💜

Yard sign anyone?

We'll deliver!

08/14/2026

It takes a community to build a foundation for recovery, and Phoenix Nest is a beautiful example of what happens when we come together ❤️

When a vision is coming into clear focus! What a wonderful sight to see Phoenix Nest rising before our eyes! 🐦‍🔥 #

06/03/2026

🌟 FDL for Recovery Wants to Hear From You! 🌟
What kinds of sober events and activities would you like to see in our community? 🎳🎨🚶‍♀️🎵☕🏐
We're always looking for new ideas to help build a fun, supportive, and connected sober community right here in Fond du Lac. Whether it's game nights, outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities, volunteer opportunities, creative workshops, or something completely different, we want to hear from YOU!
🙌 Have you ever thought about getting involved and helping create these opportunities?
Join our Sober Events Planning Committee and be part of something positive for our community!
📅 Next Meeting: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Gratitude Club
Not interested in joining the committee? That's okay! Your voice still matters. 💙
👇 Drop a comment and tell us:
✨ What sober activities would you attend?
✨ What events would bring people together?
✨ What is missing in our community?
Your input matters, and together we can create more opportunities for connection and fun in Fond du Lac! 💙🌟

05/20/2026

You may recognize Brittany as one of the faces of the “One Pill Can Kill” billboards, but recently, students got to experience something even more powerful… her voice. 💜
Brittany joined us in visiting the high school to share her personal story of addiction, recovery, resilience, and hope. Through honesty and courage, she reminded students that real stories from real people can leave a lasting impact.
And the impact was clear. After the presentation, we received several handmade thank you cards from students sharing what they took away from hearing Brittany speak. Their messages were thoughtful, heartfelt, and a reminder that prevention conversations truly matter.
Prevention works. Stories matter. And when communities come together to educate, support, and inspire our youth, we build a stronger and healthier future for everyone.
Thank you, Brittany, for being both a face AND a voice for prevention. ✨

05/06/2026

🌼 Nurses Week Spotlight: Becky 🌼
Today we’re proud to recognize Becky, one of our dedicated outpatient nurses here at Fond du Lac County Human Services.
Becky began her journey in 2020 as a CNA on the Acute Unit, where she discovered her passion for mental health. While working night shifts, she completed an accelerated Bachelor of Nursing program and transitioned into an RN role on the Acute Unit, providing patient care, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams, and responding to crisis calls.
In 2023, Becky moved into her current role as an Outpatient Behavioral Health RN, where she continues to make a meaningful impact in the community.
In her role, Becky administers long-acting injections for mental health and AODA, including Vivitrol, and has played a key role in coordinating and implementing the MAT (Vivitrol) program for jail clients, while also helping coordinate future MAT services. She supports individuals in the CCS program, assists with community outreach and mental health commitments, and provides phone triage, helping bridge communication between clients and providers.
Becky also completes medication prior authorizations to ensure individuals can access the medications they need and collaborates closely with therapists, case managers, and AODA staff to provide well-rounded, supportive care.
Her favorite part of the job is advocating for clients who may not have support, making sure someone is always in their corner.
Thank you, Becky, for your dedication, compassion, and the difference you make every day. 💙

05/05/2026

🌼 Nurses Week Spotlight: Pam 🌼
Today we’re proud to recognize Pam, one of our dedicated outpatient nurses here at Fond du Lac County Human Services.
Pam brings nearly 28 years of experience serving Fond du Lac County, with a long-standing commitment to supporting individuals across multiple areas of care. Her journey has included time on the Acute Psychiatric Unit, work with Harbor Haven Health and Rehabilitation, and 14 years as a Case Manager with the Community Options Program—where she supported the Day Treatment Program and provided Community Outreach services.
For the past 8 years, Pam has served as an Outpatient Behavioral Health RN, providing compassionate, comprehensive care to individuals with complex mental health and substance use needs.
In her current role, Pam provides nursing and case management services, supports individuals through Community Outreach and the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Program, and assists in monitoring mental health commitments. She also assists with medication management, including MAT (Vivitrol), conducts mental health assessments, and provides crisis intervention when it’s needed most.
Pam’s depth of experience, dedication, and steady presence make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve every day.
Thank you, Pam, for your commitment, compassion, and the impact you continue to make in our community. 💙

05/04/2026

🌼 Nurses Week Spotlight: Carmen 🌼
Today we’re proud to recognize Carmen, one of our dedicated outpatient nurses here at Fond du Lac County Human Services.
Carmen has been serving Fond du Lac County for the past 8 years as an Outpatient RN, bringing compassion, consistency, and care to individuals in our community every day.
Through her outreach work, Carmen supports individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness, helping them remain stable and connected within the community. She also goes above and beyond by assisting clients with Patient Assistance applications—making sure those facing financial barriers can still access the medications they need.
Carmen leads our weekly clozapine group, where she helps manage medications, coordinates required lab work, and closely monitors for any potential side effects, ensuring safety and support every step of the way.
In addition, Carmen has been a certified QPR Gatekeeper Instructor since 2018, providing free su***de prevention trainings to our community and helping spread awareness that saves lives.
Thank you, Carmen, for your dedication, compassion, and the impact you make each day. 💙