With his warm smile and seemingly effortless ability to make lasting connections with Recovery Café Longmont members, it’s hard to believe that 43-year-old Matthew ever struggled with a substance use disorder. “I relapsed, and found myself heavy into my addiction and homeless. I grew distant from my children. Soon I got into trouble with the
Member Moment: Anne
Whenever 77-year-old Anne comes to Recovery Café Longmont, she sports a hat with a matching scarf tied around the brim, a coordinating outfit, and novelty socks, which she shows off to give everyone a laugh. Her smile is infectious, and her hugs warm and loving. Since she became a member in February 2021, she has
Member Moment With Mary
Laughter spills from the kitchen as member, Mary, and peer support specialist, Felicia, wash dishes after lunch. In classic Mary style, she is telling jokes and sharing stories all with the hopes of making the people around her feel joy. When asked what her favorite thing in the Café, her immediate response is “to laugh,