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  • A Heartfelt Thank You to the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation

    The Recovery Action Network of Michigan (RANMI) is deeply appreciative to announce that we’ve been awarded a $5,000 mini-grant from the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation as part of their Mental Health Awareness, Education, and Outreach Mini-Grants Program. This valuable support will directly fund our Recovery Outreach Initiative, which focuses on expanding substance use disorder

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  • Celebrating National Recovery Month: Highlights from RANMI’s Participation

    September was National Recovery Month, a time to honor the strength and resilience of those in recovery and the communities that support them. The Recovery Action Network of Michigan (RANMI) proudly participated in several meaningful events throughout September, fostering connection, raising awareness, and supporting individuals on their recovery journeys. Detroit Sober Fest We kicked off

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  • Rolling to Recovery: A Bowling Bash – A Launch Party to Remember

    On a bright and lively Saturday, the Recovery Action Network proudly hosted an unforgettable launch party: “Rolling to Recovery: A Bowling Bash.” The event, designed to celebrate the launch of our latest recovery support initiative, was a smashing success, bringing together community members, recovery supporters, and enthusiasts for an afternoon of fun, camaraderie, and inspiration.

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  • RANMI Visits the Capitol

    On May 16, Recovery Action Network joined hundreds of other organizations and recovering people and allies at the Unite to Face Addiction Rally in Lansing, Michigan. The rally was held on the steps and lawn of the State Capitol building and featured live music, recovery advocates, community resources, and an overwhelming feeling of celebration for

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  • RAN-MI Provides Recovery Support for Individuals in Medication Assisted Recovery

    Recovery Action Network of Michigan is working in partnership with Western Wayne Family Health Centers (WWFHC) to provide a recovery support group for individuals who value medication as a pathway of recovery. While medications such as methadone, vivitrol and buprenorphine are the standard of care for treating opiate use disorder, individuals who take these medications

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  • RAN-MI Visits MSU to Educate Med Students on SUD and Peer Support

    Earlier this week, Recovery Action Network’s Executive Director, Allison Herrst, visited Michigan State University’s campus to speak with first year medical students about substance use disorder (SUD) and peer support. Along with providing evidence-based information on peer support, Allison shared her lived experience with active addiction and long-term recovery to reduce stigma and educate future

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