THE LOOP A COLLECTION OF STORIES FROM AROUND NEVADA
SEPTEMBER 2023
ISSUE 30
VOLUME 3
Greetings from WestCare Nevada, For those of us in the helping professions, September could be viewed as one of the busier months since both Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month take center stage nationally. However, those of us dedicated to treating individuals with mental health and/or substance use related issues should be actively raising awareness and celebrating recovery 365 days a year. These efforts to reduce stigma, promote access to treatment - all while providing hope and support for those on their journey in recovery, cannot necessarily be successful if we only bring such issues to light one month out of a year. Instead, it requires a transformative and ongoing process of highlighting resilience, strength, and the sheer determination demonstrated by individuals, families, and communities.
overall health and wellbeing in their ability to access needed treatment and supportive services for themselves and/or their loved ones. We also asked staff who were willing to write about what recovery means to them, so in this issue, you will read what Brody, David, Jennifer, Sashia, and Victor had to say from their own perspectives. So, as we continue in our efforts to send the message that everyone can recover, heal, and thrive - we must willingly be ambassadors of hope for those still suffering by participating in events that are organized to educate and promote the fact that no matter what an individual is going through and no matter who they are, help is out there. We do this by Uplifting the Human Spirit to anyone and everyone we encounter.
You see, I truly believe in strength in numbers, because we become more powerful and effective when we work together collectively. I believe that a greater power emerges when people come together to address the challenges we face today in our society. We also become stronger when we embrace diversity as it leads to a more comprehensive approach to solving problems. This is why we are also celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in this issue of the Loop. It is vital that we honor the heritage, culture, traditions, and contributions of Latinos within this community, while also considering their
Leo Magrdichian, LCSW, LCADC, Vice President
w e s tcare.com