Acceptance Recovery Center, Inc.

06/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 We Are Live at Athens Pridefest Today! 🌟

Acceptance Recovery Center is proud to be a 2026 Athens Pridefest Vendor today, Saturday, June 6th, from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM in Downtown Athens.

Come walk the streets, celebrate love, and come by our table to see us! We’d love to chat, share resources, and connect with you. 💜

06/05/2026

Please join the Acceptance Recovery Center family on June 9th for our 75th Alumni Ceremony and Community Celebration. We are coming together to honor Jeffrey W. and celebrate his incredible recovery journey!

We believe in "Giving Recovery a Voice," and it is all about the power of hope and transformation. Whether you are an alum, a friend, or a community ally, we would love to see you there.

📅 When: June 9th
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Milledge Ave. Baptist Church
🏠 Address: 1690 S. Milledge Ave, Athens, GA

Let’s pack the room for Jeffrey! 💜✨

06/05/2026

Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude after an incredible time at the NEGA Opioid Summit hosted by Advantage Behavioral Health.

Our team was honored to represent the mission we serve, spending the day actively engaging our community and inviting connection to build a stronger front line against addiction.

We want to extend a massive thank you to Advantage Behavioral Health Systems for inviting us to be part of this vital day, and to the Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust for their dedication and support in fueling regional healing.

As you can see, it truly takes a village to spark lasting change.

From our Founder and Alumni Coordinator to our Family Engagement Specialist and Clinical Supervisor, dedicated alumni, and inspiring community partners—we stood shoulder to shoulder to show that recovery is possible when we work as one. Together, we can help end the opioid epidemic.

We live out this collaborative effort every day through our six core values:
💜 Engage Community: Joining forces with local leaders and neighbors to share vital resources and raise awareness.
💜 Invite Connection: Creating open, supportive spaces where individuals, families, and organizations can unite.
💜 Promote Recovery: Loudly advocating for the truth that sustainable healing and transformation belong to everyone.
💜 Cultivate Teamwork: Linking arms with our alumni, staff, and regional allies because we are always stronger together.
💜 Encourage Growth: Continually learning from fellow advocates to better support our residents on their lifelong journeys.
💜 Model Integrity: Honoring the trust of our community by showing up transparently and passionately for the cause.

Thank you to everyone who organized, attended, and stood with us. We have come so far, and we are ready for the road ahead! 🕊️✨

Our Purpose
Our purpose is to break the generational cycles of trauma and addiction.

Contact Us
Want to partner with us or learn more about our community initiatives? Reach out today:
📍 Athens, GA
📧 [email protected]
📞 706-308-8860

06/04/2026

Happy One Year Work Anniversary, Olivia! 🎉

Yesterday marked one year since Olivia began serving with Acceptance Recovery Center, Inc. and we're so grateful for everything she has contributed over the past year.

Through her dedication, attention to detail, and passion for our mission, Olivia has helped strengthen our ability to serve individuals and families on their recovery journeys. Her work behind the scenes plays a vital role in expanding opportunities and resources for those who need them most.

Thank you, Olivia, for your hard work, commitment, and the positive impact you make every day. We're excited to see all that the future holds and are lucky to have you as part of the Acceptance Recovery Center family. 💜🌟🥳👏🏻

06/04/2026

🥎 The Ultimate Softball Showdown: Staff & Board vs. Residents & Alumni! 📣

Hey y'all!!! It’s time to dust off those sneakers, grab your gloves, and bring your absolute A-game! ☀️👟

This Sunday, June 7th, Acceptance Recovery Center is heading to the diamond for an epic, fun, and competitive softball game. Our incredible Staff and Board members are facing off against our amazing Residents and Alumni—and we need a STRONG turnout to bring home the win (and, of course, the bragging rights)! 💪🏆

ALL ARE WELCOME! 🥳
We want our stands packed with love and energy. Please bring your families, your friends, and your loudest cheering voices. Your presence means the world to our residents, whether you are stepping up to the plate or serving as a fancy cheerleader from the sidelines. Let’s show up big for them and enjoy some pro-social fun in the sun! 😎

The Details:
📅 When: Sunday, June 7th | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Where: Bishop Park (705 Sunset Dr, Athens, GA 30606)
We live out our mission by staying rooted in our six core values, even on the ball field:
💜 Engage Community & Invite Connection: Bringing our families, staff, and residents together for a beautiful day of fellowship.
💜 Promote Recovery & Encourage Growth: Showing that living a life of recovery is full of joy, movement, and vibrant fun.
💜 Cultivate Teamwork & Model Integrity: Playing hard, playing fair, and supporting one another through every single inning.
📢 Staff: If you need to adjust your schedule to make sure you can show up, please send a direct chat as soon as possible!

Thank you for everything you do to make our village so special.*
See you at the field! ⚾️💜

Contact Us
📍 Athens, GA
📧 [email protected]
📞 706-308-8860

06/04/2026

We are grateful for our partnership the operation round up with Jackson EMC 💜

Small Change. Big Impact. 🤝

Because of your participation in Operation Round Up, organizations like Acceptance Recovery Center, Inc. are able to continue changing lives right here in our community. A recent grant is helping support individuals on their path to recovery and healing.

As Acceptance Recovery shared, “Your small change is making a HUGE difference for our residents.”

Thank you for helping neighbors help neighbors through Operation Round Up. Every penny truly adds up.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

Proudly, Loudly, and Authentically Us: Celebrating Pride in Recovery 🏳️‍🌈✨

At Acceptance Recovery Center, “acceptance” isn’t just a word in our name—it is the very bedrock of our mission. We believe with every fiber of our being that every single person deserves the opportunity to heal, to grow, and to recover, exactly as they are.

This month, and every single day, we celebrate Pride proudly and loudly! 🏳️‍🌈🔊

True recovery requires honesty, and you cannot live authentically if you have to hide who you are. We are deeply committed to creating a space where members of the LGBTQ+ community feel safe, seen, valued, and loved on their journey to freedom from trauma and addiction.

We champion this inclusive environment through our six core values:

🏳️‍🌈 Engaging Community: We embrace the beautiful diversity of Athens, building a network where everyone has a place at the table.
🏳️‍🌈 Promoting Recovery: We loudly proclaim that freedom and healing belong to every individual, without exception.
🏳️‍🌈 Inviting Connection: We break down the walls of isolation by fostering deep, meaningful relationships built on mutual respect.
🏳️‍🌈 Modeling Integrity: We stand up for equality, operating with transparency and staying true to our belief in absolute acceptance.
🏳️‍🌈 Cultivating Teamwork: We link arms as a village—staff, residents, alumni, and allies—to lift each other up.
🏳️‍🌈 Encouraging Growth: We celebrate the unique journey of every person as they evolve into their truest, brightest self.

No matter who you are or who you love, your past does not define your future, and your identity is celebrated here. You deserve recovery. 💜

Contact Us
If you or a loved one are looking for a safe, affirming place to heal, reach out to us today:
📍 Athens, GA
📧 [email protected]
📞 706-308-8860

06/01/2026

A big thank you to our Lead Recovery Assistants, Becky and Randy, for representing our organization and hosting a table at the RSAT/SAAS Family Day: Education, Careers, and Family Support event!

Their dedication to supporting individuals and families in recovery helps strengthen connections within our community and provides valuable resources, encouragement, and hope to those we serve.

We are incredibly grateful for our community partners and for opportunities like this to come together, share resources, and support individuals and families on their journey toward success and recovery. 💜👏🏻🥳

06/01/2026

What an incredible evening at the Shine Bright Adult Prom! ✨

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Reboot Jackson for hosting this special Celebration of Recovery event. The night was filled with healing, hope, laughter, and meaningful connections as we came together to celebrate recovery and the strength of our community.

A special thank you to our Alumni Coordinator, Jacki, for being present and supporting those who attended. Your dedication and encouragement make a lasting impact.

We are also incredibly grateful for our community partners whose collaboration and support help make events like this possible. Together, we continue to create spaces where recovery can thrive and individuals can shine bright. 💜🌟