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Dear friends,
Recovery Transforms Everything
You and I know first-hand how transformative addiction recovery can be for those of us who suffer. But did you know that individual/family recovery, and addiction recovery services in general, are transforming traditional healthcare models?
Our Certified Peer Support Specialists provide services in 9 Upstate emergency departments, offering a holistic approach to treating substance use disorders that focuses on addressing the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction. The services that FAVOR’s Peer Support Specialist provide go beyond treating the symptoms, and support individuals in achieving long-term recovery and improved overall well-being.
On October 26, 2023, Prisma Health awarded FAVOR Upstate the Healthcare Transformation Award, acknowledging our successful partnership and our joint impact on the health and wellness of our Upstate communities. We’re exceptionally grateful for the recognition from Prisma Health and look forward to jointly providing everyone in the Upstate a fighting chance at recovery! Pick up the latest edition of Town Magazine and read more about our partnership.
With love and support,
Lesley
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Prisma Health Awarded FAVOR Upstate the
Healthcare Transformation Award!
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“As CEO of FAVOR Upstate, Lesley Pregenzer understands the struggles of our communities and the importance of equitable access to recovery support services.
Her dedication to advancing opportunities for recovery support services is further fueled by her personal experience in long-term recovery.”
—Prisma Health
Click here to watch the video
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We're thrilled to announce that Narcan vending machines have been installed in ALL of our FAVOR Upstate centers, and the best part? It's absolutely FREE!
We understand the importance of quick access to life-saving Narcan, and we're committed to making it readily available to our community. Stop by any of our FAVOR Upstate centers to pick up your free Narcan kit today. Together, we can make a difference!
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Strengthening Communities | |
Join us for a FREE Strengthening Communities Workshop series educating our friends, families, and neighbors about substance use disorder. The hybrid sessions are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., both virtually and in-person at one of our FAVOR Upstate centers. | |
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Lee Easterling Shirley Bio
Lee serves as a Training Associate in the Center for Resilient Schools and Communities. A native of Spartanburg, Lee is a graduate of Spartanburg High School and Clemson University, where she studied education.
Her passion for child development led her to earn a Master of Education degree in School Counseling from The Citadel Graduate College.
Lee is a former school counselor having served in the Beaufort County School District, Clover County School District, and in Spartanburg at Pine Street Elementary School. She previously served as Community Leadership and Program Director for Mental Fitness, Inc., a position she held since 2019.
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Trauma &
Resiliency Relating to Substance Use Disorder
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are stored in our body even if we cannot remember the incident. Our reactions are shaped by the human nervous system- which trauma can severely impact.
Trauma can manifest as risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol misuse, violence and substance use disorder unless addressed and worked through.
Building resilience is key to negating these serious effects. Learning and being knowledgeable about the effects of trauma on the brain is vital to building resilience in ourselves, healing our families and strengthening our communities.
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2023 NAADAC Free Webinar Series
Earn over 30 CEs for free* in 2023 from the comfort of your home or office! The NAADAC Free Webinar Series also includes over 360 hours of free on-demand CEs on a wide range of topics that will enhance your knowledge and skills!
*CEs are free for NAADAC Members! Join NAADAC now and save!
Click here for the list
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Meet Savannah, Volunteer of the Month
Savannah Cox started her recovery journey in 2018, and as most do, hit some early bumps in the road. Referred to FAVOR Upstate by the drug court in Spartanburg County over two years ago, she started attending meetings to fulfill the “requirements” assigned to her. What she found was a community that was welcoming, non-judgmental, and refreshing. Savannah was no longer just getting her paper signed, she had found her home thanks to that referral. The meetings allowed her the opportunity to just talk, have an open and honest conversation in a supportive group setting, and find her tribe.
To read the full article click here: Savannah Cox
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Meet Sheila, Ambassador of the Month
Sheila Snoody serves on the Community Engagement Team for FAVOR Upstate's Spartanburg Center. Since 2021 she has hosted four Hope and Healing Hours, served as a Table Captain at both of Spartanburg’s Gifts of Recovery Luncheons and has invited over 70 people to hear and learn about FAVOR’s mission in our upstate communities. This makes her our featured Ambassador!
To read the full article click here: Sheila Snoody
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Want to Become an Ambassador?
Ambassadors are volunteers who support FAVOR Upstate's mission by hosting a Hope and Healing Hour with 10 or more guests. The purpose of these sessions is to engage more people in the community and share the impact of FAVOR Upstate's work in rebuilding lives, healing families and strengthening communities.
To learn how you can become an Ambassador or to host your own Hope and Healing Hour, contact Summer Spears at summer@favorupstate.org or Carroll Easterling at carroll@favorupstate.org.
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Donor Diaries: Darryl Hill
Recovery Warrior!
Ninja Volunteer Recovery Coach!
Father to 18-year-old fur love, Grizzle.
#belikedarryl
Watch Darryl's Video
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Are you looking for ways to give back?
Would you like an opportunity to accompany our Outreach Team at the Project Host Soup Kitchen or the Poe Mill Outreach on the 3rd week of each month? If you are interested please contact us at the FAVOR Upstate, Greenville Center at 864-385-7757.
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FAVOR Upstate Featured Book of the Month
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FAVOR Upstate houses a sizable library in the Greenville Center that is open to all. Stop by and browse our selection: if you need a book, take a book. Or if you have a book, leave a book. Special thanks to Beth Holladay-Edwards for volunteering her services to highlight a different book each month. | |
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Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown
In Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown provides a guide to the many emotions and mental states that people feel. Brown says many people can only recognize and name three emotions: happiness, sadness and anger. This lack of vocabulary blocks us from being able to fully experience and share our feelings with others.
Click here to read more
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Anyone is welcome to attend any Adventure in Recovery (AiR) event regardless of location. Check back frequently as items may be added throughout the month. | |
For more information on how you or a loved one can be tested please see the information below.
FREE HIV and Hepatitis C testing for EVERYONE and FREE counseling!
WHO SHOULD BE TESTED?
People who:
- Have never been tested before
- Have multiple sex partners
- Have unprotected sex
- Share needles
- Were born between 1945 and 1965
For a confidential appointment please call Adline at FAVOR Upstate
864-436-0980. FREE gift cards for testing!
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Mission Message:
FAVOR Upstate provides a compassionate and innovative response to the suffering caused by substance use disorders for more than 5,000 individuals
in Upstate South Carolina each year:
Rebuilding Lives, Healing Families, Strengthening Communities.
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