**ACCEPTANCE**

Acceptance is the foundation of recovery, beginning with you. We create a compelling space where clients, alumni, staff, and the community are embraced for who they are. This culture fosters belonging and empowers individuals to own their recovery journey. Your healing starts with being seen and heard, paving the way for lasting transformation. Belonging goes beyond the individual; it reconnects you with family, friends, and the community. Through counseling and activities, we establish a strong support network that enables individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity. By prioritizing acceptance, we ensure everyone finds their place in a compassionate community driven by personal responsibility.

 

**CONNECTION**

Connection is essential in recovery, a fundamental need that we actively cultivate. Overcoming addiction is challenging and requires support beyond willpower. We commit to a community-driven approach, ensuring no one walks this journey alone. Our programs strengthen relationships among peers and staff, creating a powerful support network that fuels healing. Connection is the thread that binds resilience, hope, and belonging into the recovery experience. By fostering these relationships, we empower individuals to rediscover their identities and build a foundation for lasting change.

 

**COURAGE**

It takes courage to admit the need for help with addiction. We recognize this strength and empower individuals to navigate their transformative journeys. Seeking treatment is a bold act that lays the groundwork for profound change. With our community’s unwavering support, clients can confront addiction, embrace growth, and rediscover a healthier, fulfilling life. If you or someone you care about is ready to take that courageous step, we're here to guide you.

 

**COMMUNITY**

Community is essential. Recovery is not a solo endeavor; it thrives with those who understand the challenges of overcoming addiction. Our clients, alumni, and staff form a supportive family, replacing isolation with connection. Our strength multiplies when we unite, lifting each other up and celebrating victories. Believing that contributing to something greater is vital for healing. In this atmosphere of trust, individuals find strength to recover and confidence to embrace life.

 

**Providing Solutions to Save Lives**

We honor and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy.  In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis​ and the traditional Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Stoney Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations. We acknowledge the members of the Metis community and specifically, the Métis Nation of Alberta – Region Three. CARES is committed to advancing reconciliation and partnering with Indigenous peoples and sharing in our work with those affected by addiction.