At Social Model Recovery Systems, gratitude isn’t just something we feel, it’s something we live. It’s in the way we show up for one another, celebrate each small victory, and honor the stories that remind us how far we’ve come. Every person we meet and every moment shared reflects the heart of what we do: healing together.
Recovery is a journey filled with both challenge and change. Gratitude helps us find balance in that journey. It shifts focus from what’s missing to what’s growing. Whether it’s a moment of laughter in group therapy, a counselor’s encouragement, or a loved one’s support, gratitude helps anchor us in hope and strengthens the community that makes recovery possible.
As we enter this season of thanks, we celebrate not only progress but also the people who make it possible- our participants, staff, and partners who bring compassion to life each day.
This spirit of togetherness continues at our Harvest Feast on Tuesday, November 25, where our SMRS family will gather to share food, fellowship, and gratitude. It’s a time to pause, reflect, and honor the connections that help us heal, reminding us that recovery doesn’t happen alone, it happens in community.
“Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and what we’ve endured into growth.”
This November, we invite you to take a moment to reflect on what you’re thankful for- your progress, your people, and the power of second chances.
Together, we create communities of care where healing continues and hope multiplies.

