Recovery Support Services
Student Health and Wellness believes in the transformative power of recovery. We provide recovery support services to students in or seeking recovery. This includes one on one recovery coaching, peer all recovery meetings, friends and family recovery meetings, recovery housing, and a wide array of social and service opportunities. In addition, we support and advocate for the continued growth, expansion, and accessibility of collegiate recovery through our recovery-friendly campus initiative. Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. (SAMHSA)
All Recovery Meetings are available for UConn students. The meetings are a gathering for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction and/or support the recovery lifestyle. An All Recovery meeting is 'non-denominational' meaning all pathways of recovery are embraced here. A universal recovery topic is chosen and then the group discusses it. It is not affiliated with any "Anonymous" program although you are likely to hear comments associated with 12 step fellowships. Meetings are facilitated by a Recovery Coach and held online and in person.
Friends of recovery meetings
Friends of Recovery Meetings
Friends of Recovery meetings are for the entire UConn community – students, staff, faculty, alum, and family members. If someone you care about has an addiction or substance use disorder, join with others to share your experience, strength, and hope. Meeting discussion will also leverage cognitive behavioral techniques from the SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training) Family and Friends materials. Meetings are facilitated by a Recovery Coach and are held online.
Friends of Recovery Meetings
Upcoming Meetings:
Visit: SHaW Events Calendar
Questions:
urc@uconn.edu
recovery ally training
Recovery Ally Training
Open to any student, faculty, or staff, the Recovery Ally Training program exists to expand awareness, sensitivity, and support to any individual on the University of Connecticut campuses in (or seeking) recovery from substance use disorders. Recovery Ally Training is delivered in an interactive two-hour session, facilitated by a member of our team or a trained community member.
Recovery Ally Training
Attend an upcoming session:
Register Now
Questions:
sandy.valentine@uconn.edu
Recovery Coaching
Recovery coaches are available for one-on-one support for students with active addictions or in recovery from alcohol, other drugs, and other addictive behaviors. Recovery coaches are not therapists. Recovery coaches are trained in the art of recovery coaching and will partner with students on an individual wellness plan. In addition, they will connect students with resources on and off campus to meet those goals.
Sessions: An initial session is held with one of our Health Promotion Managers, followed by bi-weekly or monthly sessions with a trained recovery coach.
Fees: There is no fee for recovery coaching.
Recovery Coaching
Scheduling or Questions:
sandy.valentine@uconn.edu
Recovery Yoga
Recovery Yoga is available for all UConn students. These sessions are for those who struggle with addiction, are affected by a loved one's addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. It combines trusted recovery meeting formats combined with pranayama breathing and vinyasa yoga. Meetings are facilitated by a Recovery Coach and held online and in person.
UConn Recovery Community
Recovery coaches are available for one-on-one support for students with active addictions or in recovery from alcohol, other drugs, and other addictive behaviors. Recovery coaches are not therapists. Recovery coaches are trained in the art of recovery coaching and will partner with students on an individual wellness plan. In addition, they will connect students with resources on and off campus to meet those goals.
Sessions: An initial session is held with one of our Health Promotion Managers, followed by bi-weekly or monthly sessions with a trained recovery coach.
Fees: There is no fee for recovery coaching.
Scholarships & Donations
John Carter Whitney Scholarship for Students in Recovery
The John Carter Whitney Scholarship for Students in Recovery was established in 2015 for students in recovery at the University of Connecticut who participate in the UConn Recovery Community.
URC Giving Fund
URC Giving Fund was established by a past recipient of the John Carter Whitney Scholarship for Students in Recovery. Funds are used to support the education, prevention, and intervention activities of the URC.
Additional Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous
Sharing strength, hope, and experience for individuals who are working towards sobriety from alcohol or individuals who are in recovery from alcohol use. Membership is open to anyone who has a desire to stop drinking.
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Leading the movement to transform America's addiction treatment infrastructure and expand access to research-validated, results-based care.
Association of Recovery in Higher Education (ARHE)
The Association of Recovery in Higher Education (ARHE) is the only association exclusively representing collegiate recovery programs (CRPs) and collegiate recovery communities (CRCs), the faculty and staff who support them, and the students who represent them. ARHE provides the education, resources, and community connection needed to help change the trajectory of recovering student’s lives. We are a network of professionals, administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents and policy makers.
CT Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR)
Whether you are contemplating a life in recovery, are new to recovery, or are in long term recovery, CCAR is here to help you to navigate the recovery community, by connecting you with others in recovery and providing access to area support services.
CT State Conference of Young People in AA (CSCYPAA)
The purpose of CSCYPAA is to carry the AA message of recovery, unity, and service to a vast number of members, and to encourage young people in AA to become actively involved in service, as well as acquaint the members of the fellowship with all activities available to them throughout the area.
Eating Disorder Resources
Contact the NEDA Helpline for support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder.
Drug Free CT
Are you seeking various treatment options?
Find various treatment resources, including in-patient and outpatient programs.
In the Rooms
A global recovery community found online, allowing individuals to access meetings 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Individuals can choose from a variety of meetings that best suit their needs.
Marijuana Anonymous
A community-based organization that offers recovery from the effects of addiction through a 12-step program. Provides an ongoing support network for individuals with an addiction to drugs and individuals who want to maintain a drug-free lifestyle.
Narcotics Anonymous
A community-based organization that offers recovery from the effects of addiction through a 12-step program. Provides an ongoing support network for individuals with an addiction to drugs and individuals who want to maintain a drug-free lifestyle.
