Guiding Light

Chaz's Story Pt1. - Chaz is featured on our billboard around town. He was near the end when he arrived at Guiding Light in 2022. Chaz entered the Guiding Light Foundations program in downtown Grand Rapids in 2022, "I realized that my way was going to lead me to death". Chaz had lost everything but a glimmer of hope. After completing the Guiding Light program, he moved to Iron House long-term sober living. Guiding Light helped Chaz make critical life decisions in order to be free from addiction. #recovery #addiction #innovation #community

Recently, Guiding Light Executive Director Brian Elve was the guest on The Rebound with Matt Doherty. Brian shared important information about how Guiding Light Recovery is addressing the increase in substance use disorder in West Michigan. #Recovery #Community #SocialImpact #Innovation

There's still time to register for the 3rd annual Guiding Light 5K Run/Walk at Millennium Park on Saturday, October 19th! Sign-up or donate here: https://lnkd.in/eCeSnhGY. All proceeds will benefit Guiding Light Recovery programming.

It's New Staff Friday! Today's staff feature is Heather Hayes. Heather has been connected with Guiding Light since she moved into our Women's Sober Living. This summer, she became the House Manager for Kendra's House and most recently moved into the Women's Recovery Coach Position. We've had a lot of new staff members join us recently, so stay tuned to see them all. Click here to learn more about Heather! #newstaff #rehabcommunity #mensrecovery #womensrecovery

We had a great turnout last week at our Ministry Update Luncheon! It was a great lunch, connecting with supporters and sharing about the work we have been busy with all summer. #ministry #nonprofit #recovery #grandrapids #addictionrehab

It's New Staff Friday! Today's staff feature is Aaron Schliewe. Aaron is a graduate of Guiding Light Recovery and recently joined as an operations associate to help manage all of our properties. We've had a lot of new staff members join us recently, so stay tuned to see them all. Click here to learn more about Aaron! #newstaff #rehabcommunity #mensrecovery #womensrecovery

A huge 'Thank You' to Amway & Gazelle Sports for sponsoring this year's 5k Run/Walk swag bags! We can't wait to show you what they look like this year! Join us on October 19 for this fun event! https://lnkd.in/eCeSnhGY #5krunwalk #communityevent #sponsorship #addictionrecovery #sobriety

In addition to Addiction Recovery Month, September is also Suicide Prevention Month. We often find that these two go hand-in-hand and treatment for both is crucial. If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, call our direct intake line: 616-881-4790. If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call the Suicide & Crisis hotline: 988. #suicideprevention #addictionrecovery #mentalhealthawareness #suicideawareness #addictionawareness

Guiding Light is seeking a full time Development Coordinator to join our growing team. The Development Coordinator will provide comprehensive support to the development and communications team with a focus on fundraising support, social media, event management, volunteer management, and executive support. This is an exciting and active role with opportunities for growth and increased responsibilities.

It's New Staff Friday! Today's staff feature is Melissa Janes. Melissa joined us this summer as a major gifts officer and is working hard to connect with supporters and show them what we do at Guiding Light. We've had a lot of new staff members join us recently, so stay tuned to see them all. Click here to learn more about Melissa! #newstaff #rehabcommunity #mensrecovery #womensrecovery