Who comes to Recovery
meetings?
People from all walks of life come to Recovery meetings because they share a common problem - nervous symptoms and fears.
Some of the people at our meetings are under the care of doctors or other health care providers. Others simply have read or heard about us from a friend or relative.
What are some common problems Recovery helps manage?
Recovery's practical coping techniques can help people struggling with depression, anxiety, anger or stress. Many people also get help for nervous symptoms such as heart palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, sweats, fatigue, headaches, numbness, chest pressure and sleep problems. Some people have fears of being alone or of crowds or people, traveling, closed or open spaces, eating, choking and especially fear of making mistakes. Others have obsessions, compulsions, phobias or unsettling thoughts or sensations.
What is the Recovery Method?
Members learn how to identify and manage the negative thoughts, reactions, beliefs and behaviors that lead to emotional pain and disturbing physical complaints which have no physical cause. You can learn the Method by:
What happens at a meeting?
Weekly meetings last about two hours and are held in a community building. Each meeting has a similar structure: Members read a portion of one of the books written by Abraham A. Low, M.D., Recovery's founder, or they listen to one of his taped lectures. Members then volunteer examples that describe how they are using the self-help method to cope better.
After a brief question period, the meeting becomes more informal and members may talk in small groups. This is an opportunity to see how the members encourage and support each other. If you choose, you may talk about your problem and/or Recovery with the group leader and other members. You will hear how they use the Method to help themselves.
How much will it cost me?
There is no required fee to attend meetings. A voluntary collection is taken at each meeting and annual memberships are available.
Who leads the weekly meetings?
Volunteer leaders, who are experienced members of the groups and have received leadership training, are our group leaders. The role of the group leader is to demonstrate the Method at meetings by following clearly established guidelines.
Who leads the weekly meetings?
Volunteer leaders, who are experience members of the group and have received leadership training, are our group leaders. The role of the group leader is to demonstrate the Method at meeting by following clearly established guidelines.
The Method can be used on its own, or in conjunction with professional help or medication.
What is Recovery, Inc.?
Recovery is a non-profit community service organization that was founded in 1937 by the late Abraham A. Low, M.D., who developed the self-help method after many years of research, study and treatment of patients. The organization has been completely member-managed since 1952.
Our international headquarters are in Chicago, Illinois. There are hundreds of groups meeting each week throughout North America and abroad.
How do I get started?
All you need to do is come to a meeting. There is no registration, appointment or waiting necessary. If you wish, you may bring a supportive friend or relative with you to the meeting.
How do I find the group nearest me?
Look in your local (or nearest large city) telephone directory or write to Recovery's International Headquarters at 802 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60610 or call headquarters at (312) 337-5661.
Other information and a complete list of group meeting places will also be found by visiting our web site at www.recovery-inc.com
Recovery's weekly meetings offer:
Reassurance through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live a more healthy life.
Understanding of what you are going through.
A Safe Place to express your feelings and fears without being judged.
Hope from other who have become will.
Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, school or work.
Help through learning and practicing a simple set of coping tools which encourage personal growth and improved mental health.
Encouragement to keep trying.
Fellowship with friendly, caring people.
Weekly Recovery meetings are available in this area.
Mon. 1:15 pm, Wed. 8:00 pm
St. Luke's United Church
Indian Rd. & Wellington St.
Sarnia, Ont.
For Further Information Call
Shirley Jones 332-5677
Rita Murphy 867-2932
