Congratulations Sam
Today we say congratulations and Merry Christmas to Sam Goff, who is celebrating 4 years of recovery today. Sam is one of my best friends. He is an all-around great guy, as well as a loyal, honest, and caring friend. It is safe to say that Sam is indeed loved and respected by all who […]
What is Recovery?
The “What is Recovery?” project has been underway since August 2010 because there was currently no agreement about the definition of ‘recovery’ from alcohol and drug problems. The “What is Recovery” organization came up with this short list: Recovery is being honest with myself. Recovery is being able to enjoy life without drinking or using […]
Big Bus
For the last five years the Jaywalker Solutions men have been traveling to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota to do volunteer service work. Our men have worked on projects that include repairing trailers, constructing outhouses, harvesting food and building bunk beds. It is an experience that our men will remember for the […]
Weekend Holiday Services
Winter Solstice and Blue Christmas Services The Holiday season can be a challenging time for those of us in Recovery. Relapse rates tend to be higher and anxiety and depression can present some difficulty in coping with the season. Here are a couple of amazing services coming up this weekend to help us celebrate the […]
Now Accepting Insurance
Jaywalker Lodge is pleased to announce we are now able to bill on behalf of clients and their families for out-of-network insurance reimbursements in all of our programs. Effective immediately, Jaywalker Lodge, Solutions and Outpatient treatment programs will begin to work with our clients’ health care plans as patients move through the Jaywalker clinical continuum […]
Holiday Party Time
The “ugly” christmas sweaters were out and the “white elephant” gift exchange was on as we celebrated the Holiday season here at Jaywalker Lodge. We started the party with a wonderful feast including, entrees from Smoke BBQ, Penny’s soon to be famous Mac n’ Cheese, several delicacies from Chef Brian, and Rocky’s decadent carrot cake. […]
Peyton Celebrates 2 Years
Today marks 2 years of continuous sobriety for our very own, Peyton Ward. Peyton checked into The Landing in December 2012 and upon first inspection I knew we had a lot of work to do. Luckily, Peyton stated that he had accepted that he could no longer use drugs and alcohol without consequences and wanted […]
Sober Semester Completed
Today marked the completion of Jaywalker U Fall 2014 Semester. During this last semester one student earned dual credits by having his Colorado Mountain College (CMC) credits count towards his high school diploma. Other students who arrived mid semester were taking classes through Grand Canyon University (GCU) because GCU has online classes starting every Monday […]
AA Beginning
80 years ago today the founder of Alcoholic Anonymous, Bill Wilson, had his last drink before entering the hospital. After meeting Dr. Bob, in Akron, Ohio, they developed what is now the program of Alcoholics Anonymous.. Alcoholics Anonymous has saved millions and we could not have done it without the work of the founders and […]
Sober Semester
The Fall 2014 semester at Colorado Mountain College has come to an end here at Jaywalker. What has been demonstrated each semester here at Jaywalker is that recovery and academic success go hand-in-hand. Self-esteem improves dramatically with each successful credit earned and the joy of living is enhanced. The men at Jaywalker are learning that […]
