April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the role alcohol plays in our lives. For Peer 180, a local recovery community organization in Grand Junction, it’s an opportunity to continue its mission of offering a safe and sober environment for those in recovery.

A Place for Support and Understanding

Peer 180 isn’t just a support group—it’s a community. Executive Director Angie Bertrand wants people to know that help is always available.

“If you want to get into recovery, we will help you. If you would like to stay in recovery, we will help and support you also,” Bertrand said.

The nonprofit provides coaching, support groups, and activities designed to help people navigate sobriety in a welcoming environment.

Monthly Events and Programs

Every month, Peer 180 hosts events and workshops open to anyone who needs support. Some of their regular gatherings include:

• All Recovery Meetings – Open to anyone in recovery, regardless of the addiction.
• Parents in Recovery – A space for parents navigating sobriety while raising children.
• Creating in Recovery – Encouraging self-expression through art and creativity.
• Dog Days of Recovery – Connecting recovery with the therapeutic presence of dogs.

These meetings aim to foster connection and encourage open discussions about sobriety.

Alcohol Awareness Month: A Time for Conversation

Beyond providing a safe space, Peer 180 wants to spark conversations about alcohol use and its effects. Bertrand emphasizes that this month isn’t just about those struggling with addiction—it’s about self-reflection for everyone.

“Not everyone has an alcohol problem, but we think that it’s good to just talk about how alcohol plays a part in your life,” Bertrand said. “Why are you doing what you’re doing? Do you have consequences from that? Do you need to just talk about it?”

Collaboration Is Key

Peer 180 works alongside other recovery organizations in Grand Valley, ensuring that individuals have access to the help they need.

“There’s never going to be enough resources and there’s never going to be an end to the need,” Bertrand explained. “So it’s really important that the resources that we do have collaborate to help people in need.”

With Alcohol Awareness Month in full swing, Peer 180 continues to be a beacon of hope, offering support, dialogue, and a safe place for anyone on the path to recovery.