Alexandria, Va. – During National Recovery Month in September, the City of Alexandria and communities across the nation recognize the individuals and families who are overcoming addictions and mental health challenges, while encouraging those in need of support to get help. Every person, every family, every community has a role to play in the Great American Recovery, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Join the Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) on Wednesday, September 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Ben Brenman Park (4800 Brenman Park Drive) where all are welcome to show their support for recovery and share their story of recovery. There will be free food trucks, health and wellness resources, music, swag, and family-friendly activities. Learn more and see the flyer.

Research shows that meaningful human connection rewires the brain for resilience, hope, and sustainable sobriety. Addiction thrives in isolation and recovery grows through connection.

DCHS provides access to treatment options 24 hours a day at 703.746.3636 (Virginia Relay 711). To get help with stopping the use of opioids, call the Medication Assisted Opioid Treatment Program at 703.746.3610. All residents are encouraged to obtain Naloxone (Narcan) as a first aid measure for any opioid overdoses they may encounter and to properly dispose of unwanted medicines at permanent drug drop boxes to avoid misuse.  

By commemorating National Recovery Month, the City affirms that treatment works, recovery is achievable, and the community makes it possible. Come out to show support.

Media Contact: Kirsten “Hope” Sievers, Opioid Response Coordinator,  kirstin.sievers@alexandriava.gov, 703.328.3792.

For reasonable disability accommodation, email  kirstin.sievers@alexandriava.gov or call  703.328.3792 or Virginia Relay 711. If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available; please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.