As the end of the year is fast approaching, I thought I would share some highlights from 2024.

As the year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the powerful impact of community. Together we have the opportunity to support countless individuals on their recovery journey. This year-end giving season, we’re looking for 20 compassionate people willing to donate $50 monthly.

– Cheryl M, Member

Recovery Café is a place to belong when you have nowhere else that feels like home, a place to meet with others in recovery, and a place of encouragement and hope.

In 2022, El Camino Seguro Recovery Café opened its doors with a clear mission: to provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive space for the Spanish-speaking community.

Celebrating five years of reclaiming lives through recovery. Five years of supporting each other in the spirit of belonging, growing and inspiring. Five years of countless individual journeys that, together, form the heartbeat of our organization.

In November, we hosted our much anticipated Reclaim One fundraising dinner, bringing community together where guests were inspired by heartfelt stories from members, including James, whose journey exemplifies the transformative power of connection and hope.

The enriching activities at Recovery Café are great for self-discovery, building community, and healing together. One of those activities, Creative Writing, is easily my favorite time of the week. I wrote this poem during one of our recent sessions. I hope you enjoy reading it.

It is with loving hearts that we remember and honor the life of Rico: Recovery Café El Camino Seguro Manager, a valued member of our recovery community, known for his passion, unwavering dedication, and heartwarming smile, Rico touched the lives of everyone he encountered.