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Recovery Nonprofit Opens Doors in Des Moines
12 Sep
Summary
- Full Circle Recovery opened a new center in Des Moines.
- The nonprofit offers peer-led recovery support services.
- The center serves those affected by substance abuse and families.
Full Circle Recovery, established in 2022, celebrated the opening of its new Recovery Community Center in Des Moines on Friday, September 11th. This peer-led nonprofit, which has been utilizing the space since July following renovations, hosted an open house for the public.
The organization provides crucial emotional, informational, and practical support for individuals affected by substance abuse and their families. The new standalone building at 5601 Douglas Ave. consolidates services like the Corrections Recovery Coaching Program and the REACH post-overdose response program under one roof.
Executive Director Cindy West highlighted that having programs unified enhances team collaboration and ensures continuous recovery support for individuals. The event featured a silent auction, dinner, massages, and live entertainment from singer-songwriter Robert Deitch, who shared his recovery journey.
Over the past four years, Full Circle Recovery has served nearly 55,000 individuals. The nonprofit operates community centers in Des Moines and Council Bluffs, with satellite locations in Ankeny, Harlan, and Neola. Katey Rascon, now the manager of the Des Moines center, shared her personal journey from addiction to sobriety and staff member, emphasizing the community built by the organization.
