Together We Can
2831 Kingsway V5R 5H9 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Everyone at Together We Can would like to wish our Executive Director, Stacy Wilson, a Happy 50th Birthday. We thank Stacy for his dedication to the men and women seeking a life in recovery, and no one works harder at ensuring everything runs smoothly. His knowledge of the program of recovery is well practiced, and he shares that with all of the staff and volunteers so that they can be even more welcoming and helpful to the next person coming through our doors. Stacy has made TWC feel like a big, caring family. As a result of his leadership, Together We Can is one big beating heart, filled with compassion, empathy, and understanding. Thank you for dedicating your life to the service of humanity. Here's to another 50 years!

Check out this NEW Student Mental Health Toolkit created by our friends at the Stigma-Free Society - SFS online at: www.studentmentalhealthtoolkit.com This Toolkit program is made for youth, educators, school counsellors, and parents/guardians, who want to teach and promote mental wellness for Grades 4-7 and 8-12.... As part of the Virtual Stigma-Free School Program, schools and school districts can receive virtual Q&A Session Presentations with Stigma-Free Society Staff, by donation. With this, they will receive FREE and EXCLUSIVE access to members-only resources of the Student Mental Health Toolkit including Mental Wellness Lesson Plans that align with the B.C. curriculum guidelines, section on Diverse-ability and Inclusion, engaging and educational animated videos and comics, and much more! #stigmafree #stigmafreesociety #studentmentalhealth #studentmentalhealthtoolkit #mentalhealth

Today the residents of our main campus are getting in the spirit of Christmas by making cards, decorating cookies, and making some sweet ornaments with the help of Carol Anne, Mark & Michelle! We look forward to sharing the results with you!

Earlier this week Doug Wright, program manager at Together We Can's Awakenings program celebrated 2 years of sobriety! Doug spent the morning of his 2nd year milestone out on the river fishing, and a few days later, the staff and residents of Awakenings enjoyed a cake together to help him celebrate. To learn more about Doug, visit our website at: https://twcrecoverylife.org/togetherwecan/doug-wright/

The entire TWC family is happy to announce a new collaborative partnership with our friends at Miklat Recovery Society! We are looking forward to strengthening the message of hope and recovery in communities across the province of British Columbia! We <3 our friends! #WeDoRecover #TWC #TWCRecoveryLife #RecoveryLife #MiklatRecovery #PowellRiverRecovery #Community #Hope

Join us November 18 for the annual TWC online gala! Tickets are available now at www.twcgala.com. Hear great speakers, bid on the silent auction, and watch the premiere of the original TWC short film, "Recovery Life"! See you there :)

Congratulations Trevor P on 4 years of sobriety! 4 years is an amazing accomplishment, and we're really proud of the growth you have shown since beginning your journey to a new #recoverylife. Thank you for showing the newcomer that 'it works if you work it!'

Today the staff and clients want to wish Dave D a heartfelt congratulations on 4 years of sobriety! Triple D, as Dave is affectionately known by all offers the following advice to the newcomer. "Listen to learn and learn to listen. Do what is in front of you. Reach out your not alone. Just stay, then you don't have to come back. If only I heeded these simple words 27 years ago my journey began. " Congratulations Dave!

One of the things we need to learn in recovery is how to have fun sober. We spend so much time in our treatment stay figuring out who we are, how to undo the wreckage of our past, and how to make a life worth living, that an often overlooked part in a personal journey is what we can do to relax and enjoy our newfound sobriety. Read more on our blog: https://twcrecoverylife.org/togetherwecan//fun-in-sobriety/

Join us at 11:00AM! Streaming live on the Stigma Free Society page! Stigma-Free Society - SFS

Today we celebrate William Place on 3 years of recovery! Will has been and continues to be a vital member of the Together We Can family. Starting in intake support, Will would often be the first point of contact for new arrivals, showing them hope, comfort and empathy. Today, Will is working on hard on bettering his life and career by attending school to become an Addictions Counselor! His role with the society is one-on-one case management and group facilitation. Will does ...a fantastic job of giving space to TWC’s residents so they can explore their emotions, mental health and become solution focused. His ability to create a warm, comforting and non-judgemental space is well received by every client that Will works with. As an alumni of TWC, Will carries and expresses a special knowledge and care for the new comers at Together We Can. His personal recovery is based on being a responsible member of the AA fellowship that is always there to help. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication, Will! When asked what he would tell someone who is still struggling with addiction, Will said "I would tell someone that there is hope. No matter what someone's situation is, there is hope for change." One of his favorite memories since coming into recovery is competing in the Whistler Iron Man competition. #recoverylife #wedorecover #TWC #TWCAlumni #togetherwecan

A heartfelt congratulations go out to Together We Can alumni Kirk C on his 2 year milestone! We recently asked Kirk what helped him most in his recovery, and he... told us "it is critical for the newcomer to find a responsible member of of AA or NA, to take them through the steps before their disease takes over and tells them they can do it on their own. " "If Mick from TWC had not took me through the steps in my early sobriety. I would not be where I am today, relieved from the obsession of drugs and alcohol." Congratulations Kirk, keep spreading the message of recovery! #wedorecover #recoverylife

The Residents, Staff, and Volunteers at Together We Can wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

Join us at 11:00AM! Streaming live on the Stigma Free Society page! Stigma-Free Society - SFS

Today we celebrate William Place on 3 years of recovery! Will has been and continues to be a vital member of the Together We Can family. Starting in intake support, Will would often be the first point of contact for new arrivals, showing them hope, comfort and empathy. Today, Will is working on hard on bettering his life and career by attending school to become an Addictions Counselor! His role with the society is one-on-one case management and group facilitation. Will does ...a fantastic job of giving space to TWC’s residents so they can explore their emotions, mental health and become solution focused. His ability to create a warm, comforting and non-judgemental space is well received by every client that Will works with. As an alumni of TWC, Will carries and expresses a special knowledge and care for the new comers at Together We Can. His personal recovery is based on being a responsible member of the AA fellowship that is always there to help. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication, Will! When asked what he would tell someone who is still struggling with addiction, Will said "I would tell someone that there is hope. No matter what someone's situation is, there is hope for change." One of his favorite memories since coming into recovery is competing in the Whistler Iron Man competition. #recoverylife #wedorecover #TWC #TWCAlumni #togetherwecan

Congratulations Andrew! 13 years is an amazing milestone, and when we asked the alumni of our program his secret to longtime success, he told us that for him to... achieve success, he went through the process, did the work, got connected and the most important part to his program of recovery is knowing "I’m not in Charge, I don’t run the show." See more

Folks, it’s time to start your bidding! The TWC Online Gala Silent Auction is now open! Bid on great prizes like a PlayStation 5, custom made jewelry, getaways, sports memorabilia, and so much more. Sign up and bid right now at www.givergy.ca/twc

Congratulations to TWC Alliance Alumni, James A. on 5 years of clean time! James was one of the first residents of the Alliance program back when it started in 2015 and has always been one of our biggest cheerleaders! Since getting clean, James has worked tirelessly to share a message of hope, compassion, love and understanding that has touched the lives of many people both at Alliance and in the recovery community. Prior to COVID, James would be a consistent visitor, a part... of the process groups, volunteered as a support worker, and would welcome each new person with open arms. We are blessed to be a part of your recovery journey, James! (PS: We know who sends the secret pizza deliveries!) When asked what recovery means to him and any advice he has for those who are new, James said Recovery to me is everything today. It’s freedom from self and the ability to help others. My advice is that no matter what you are going through in life/recovery you are worth friends, love and most importantly to live a life without the chaos of addiction. #WeDoRecover #RecoveryLife #TWC #TWCAlliance #Alliance #Love #Compassion #Care #Understanding #Empathy

For more information on resources available to you as you support a loved one's journey to sobriety, visit twcrecoverylife.org

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Congratulations to TWC Alliance Alumni, James A. on 5 years of clean time! James was one of the first residents of the Alliance program back when it started in 2015 and has always been one of our biggest cheerleaders! Since getting clean, James has worked tirelessly to share a message of hope, compassion, love and understanding that has touched the lives of many people both at Alliance and in the recovery community. Prior to COVID, James would be a consistent visitor, a part... of the process groups, volunteered as a support worker, and would welcome each new person with open arms. We are blessed to be a part of your recovery journey, James! (PS: We know who sends the secret pizza deliveries!) When asked what recovery means to him and any advice he has for those who are new, James said Recovery to me is everything today. It’s freedom from self and the ability to help others. My advice is that no matter what you are going through in life/recovery you are worth friends, love and most importantly to live a life without the chaos of addiction. #WeDoRecover #RecoveryLife #TWC #TWCAlliance #Alliance #Love #Compassion #Care #Understanding #Empathy

Today, we celebrate another recovery milestone as Kevin Shaw takes 2 years of sobriety! As an Alumni of TWC and now full-time team member, Kevin works daily with our residents to ensure safety, comfort and support. His positive attitude and drive to help those in need, makes Kevin a valuable and trusted member of our client care team. When you think of hard work and dedication, Kevin comes to mind. He takes his personal recovery seriously and practices the spiritual principl...es that promise us all a new life in recovery. Calm, courteous and caring are just a few of the many assets Kevin brings to each and every interaction he has whether that be with staff, volunteers, clients or the general public. Thank you for being a part of the TWC family, Kevin! To learn more about Kevin, please read his bio at https://twcrecoverylife.org/togetherwecan/kevin-shaw/ See more

We're always happy to announce our alumni milestones, and we take great pride in wishing Sophie L. a bright and joyous 1 year sobriety birthday today! Sophie is an alumni of our LGBTQ+ inclusive Alliance program, designed to support those seeking recovery through a trauma-informed care lens. When we asked Sophie to reflect on her journey to recovery, she told us, "Our recovery paths are not always straight and narrow, I know mine sure has not been. No matter how hopeless you feel or how many times you have to come back, never give up on your self or loose hope. Keep coming back no matter what, because your worth it!" Sophie never gave up on achieving sobriety, and Alliance always welcomed her back with open arms and endless support. Congratulations Sophie!

Congratulations Ryan on 2 years of continuous sobriety! Ryan is an alumni of our main center program, and continues to stay connected by working with clients at our Alliance program. Ryan is dependable, hardworking, and always has a caring compassionate ear whenever a resident needs someone to talk to! Thank you so much for showing us all that recovery works if you work it, and helping others on their path to a new #recoverylife

Congratulations Ryan on 2 years of continuous sobriety! Ryan is an alumni of our main center program, and continues to stay connected by working with clients at our Alliance program. Ryan is dependable, hardworking, and always has a caring compassionate ear whenever a resident needs someone to talk to! Thank you so much for showing us all that recovery works if you work it, and helping others on their path to a new #recoverylife

Join us at the blog for an all new Journey To Recovery. Patrick S shares with us his story in the hopes of inspiring others to seek the path of recovery. Read his story here: https://twcrecoverylife.org//journey-to-recovery-patrick-s/

Congratulations Don! 11 Years is a huge milestone! Don is a long time staff member at Together We Can, and is responsible for ensuring food and supplies get ordered and delivered to all of our transitional housing homes. He visits with clients on a weekly basis, and shares his journey of recovery in hopes of inspiring others. Having lost his brother, Don recognizes the severity of addiction, and knew that he had to find a life, free from drugs and alcohol. To learn more about Don, visit our website: https://twcrecoverylife.org/togetherwecan/don-symons/

Join us at the blog for an all new Journey To Recovery. Patrick S shares with us his story in the hopes of inspiring others to seek the path of recovery. Read his story here: https://twcrecoverylife.org//journey-to-recovery-patrick-s/

Today we celebrate a major milestone in recovery! Our staff member and dear friend, Betty C. is celebrating 31 years of clean time! Betty has been a crucial part of the team at Together We Can for the last several years. Working with our residents and their families to help build cohesion in the recovery process, Betty has a strong belief that there is hope in recovery. As lead facilitator of our Family Support Programs, Betty provides a safe space for families to heal from t...he impact of their loved ones addiction. Betty is also looked at as a leader and trusted servant in the recovery community. Her work with other addicts has been paramount in helping others see that recovery is possible. Congratulations, Betty! Together We Can is very lucky to have a person like you as our partner! For more information about Betty and the work she does at TWC, please visit: https://twcrecoverylife.org/togetherwecan/betty-conroy/ See more