Bringing Awareness and Support to People During National Recovery Month

Addicted Illinois with AJ Gersh | September 14, 2023
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WCCU) –

Since 1989, September has been designated as National Recovery Month. The aim of this month is to honor and acknowledge individuals who have overcome addiction. In a recent interview with Addicted Illinois on WICS Channel 20, Mercedes Kent, Program Director of Central Illinois Outpatient at Gateway Foundation, shared valuable insights on how to raise awareness and provide support for individuals in recovery. Gateway Foundation offers specialized addiction treatment that includes residential programs and a 24-hour phone line with licensed counselors for those looking to start their journey to recovery.