How does Michelle Palmer’s recovery month initiative impact community awareness?

Hi, I’m Michelle Palmer. September being National Recovery Month gives me a focused window to push recovery stories and resources into the spotlight so people see that healing is real, local, and possible.

When I ask folks to “share them dates & photos,” I’m encouraging people in recovery, families, and allies to show their faces. That normalizes recovery and reduces shame.

Posting content like “help me bring recovery to my community” builds a sense of shared mission. People start asking questions, attending events, and connecting with support services they might not have known existed.

Would you like ideas on how you personally can support Recovery Month in your community?