Newsletter


Letter From The Executive Director

Stephanie Mendenhall

I don’t know about you, but I had some really amazing people in my life growing up that created a sense of belonging in me that I’ve carried on life’s journey.

You Can Make An Impact

The Power of Giving: How Your Donation Transforms Lives

Giving back through financial donations isn’t just about generosity, it’s about creating real, lasting change. When you support recovery you’re investing in hope, healing, and second chances.

What Recovery Café Means to Me

Cameron Hughes, Member

Recovery Café is more than just a place for recovery, it is a sanctuary. It’s a space where I can show up as I am, without judgment, and be part of a community that truly understands and supports one another.

George AF, Member of El Camino Seguro

Before I found Recovery Cafe, I was struggling with addiction and I didn’t even understand that I had an addiction. Life felt overwhelming, and I often found myself trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and bad habits. However, the moment I walked through the doors of Recovery Cafe, I…

Transition Center / Jail

Jackson County Transition Center/Jackson County Jail We are thrilled to announce that our organization has received a contract with the Jackson County Transition Center and the Jackson County Jail! We are also excited to introduce Brandon Orr as our new Peer Support Manager, who will be leading and managing this…

A Life Reclaimed

A Story of Hope: Madisyn’s Journey

Sharing someone’s story is a privilege—an honor and a gift. It’s a window into their most vulnerable moments, revealing both the pain of addiction and the power of recovery. At just 26 years old, she has her whole life ahead of her—yet so much life behind her.

Ricky, Café Manager

Exciting Changes to Recovery Café:

Welcome Our New Café Manager!

At Recovery Cafe, we believe that growth and change are essential parts of the journey, both for individuals in recovery and for our community as a whole.

Circle Leader Testimony

Leading a Recovery Circle:

Kane Cottle, Circle Leader

When I first found sobriety, I explored many different recovery groups and meetings, searching for a place where I truly belonged. That journey led me to Recovery Café, where I enrolled in a Circle and found my home.