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Recovery Resources helps people write a New Story for a vibrant and fulfilling life in recovery.

Our holistically-focused programs bring the emotional, mental, physical, spiritual and social dimensions of recovery into balance within a network of support. Outpatient Recovery Programs for Colorado's Western Slope:
*Health, Hope and Recovery Program
*Holistic Coaching Program
https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/outpatient-programs
(970) 315-2077

Equine Assisted Learning Program:
(307) 23

1-6704

DUI Program and Services:
*DUI Education: Tue: 5 - 7 PM, Wed 1 - 3 PM
*DUI Therapy: Mon: 5 - 7 PM, Tues: 1 - 3 PM, Wed: 5 - 7 PM
https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/dui
(970) 315-2006

Substance Abuse Monitoring (drug testing):
*Pre-employment drug screening
*Post-accident drug screening
*DOT and NON-DOT drug screening
Drug Testing Hours: Mon-Sun: 3 PM - 10 PM

Residential Withdrawal Management Detoxification Services (detox):
*Aspen Detox Center is open 24 hours, 7 days a week
405 Castle Creek Road, Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 379-0955

*Frisco Detox Center is open 24 hours, 7 days a week
360 Peak One Drive, Frisco, CO 80443
(970) 368-6502

Case Management for 9th Judicial District:
*UPS (Community Service) Program
https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/community-service
(970) 379-0634

*Pretrial Program
https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/pretrial-services
(970) 404-6982

09/04/2026

Recovery looks different for everyone because every person's experiences, challenges, and goals are unique. What works for one individual may not be the best fit for another, and that's okay!

A successful recovery journey can be supported by a combination of programs and services, including:

🙌 Withdrawal Management (Detox)
🙌 Medication-Assisted Treatment
🙌 Residential or Outpatient Treatment
🙌 Traditional Therapy or Counseling
🙌 Animal-Assisted Therapy or Equine-Assisted Learning
🙌 Recovery Meetings
🙌 Peer Support Groups
🙌 Recovery/Sober Housing
🙌 Faith Communities
🙌 Family Counseling

The specific approaches you choose are less important than finding the combination of support that works best for you.

If you're struggling with substance use but aren't sure where to start, our team is here to help. We offer free one-on-one treatment planning to help you explore your options, navigate your next steps, and connect with local resources that fit your unique recovery journey.

Get One-On-One Support: https://hipaa.jotform.com/222064613852149

Local Recovery Resources: https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/resources

La recuperación se ve diferente para todos porque las experiencias, los desafíos y los objetivos de cada persona son únicos. Lo que funciona para un individuo puede no ser lo mejor para otro, ¡y eso está bien!

Un viaje de recuperación exitoso puede ser apoyado por una combinación de programas y servicios, que incluyen:

🙌 Manejo de Abstinencia (Desintoxicación)
🙌 Tratamiento Asistido por Medicación
🙌 Tratamiento Residencial o Ambulatorio
🙌 Terapia Tradicional o Consejería
🙌 Terapia Asistida por Animales o Aprendizaje Asistido por Caballos
🙌 Reuniones de Recuperación
🙌 Grupos de apoyo entre Compañeros
🙌 Recuperación/Vivienda Sobria
🙌 Comunidades de Fe
🙌 Consejería Familiar

Los enfoques específicos que elija son menos importantes que encontrar la combinación de apoyo que mejor funcione para usted.

Si está batallando con el consumo de sustancias pero no está seguro de por dónde comenzar, nuestro equipo está aquí para ayudar. Ofrecemos una planificación gratuita de tratamientos individuales para ayudarle a explorar sus opciones, navegar por sus próximos pasos y conectarse con los recursos locales que se ajustan a su único viaje de recuperación.

Obtenga Apoyo Individual: https://hipaa.jotform.com/222064613852149

Recursos Locales de Recuperación : https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/resources

09/03/2026

We provide reliable, professional drug and alcohol testing for both individuals and organizations, including:

✅ Pre-Employment Testing
✅ DOT Testing
✅ Post-Accident Testing
✅ Criminal Justice Testing
✅ Probation & Parole Testing
✅ Court-Ordered Testing
✅ Voluntary/Personal Testing

Our team includes two DOT-certified collectors, making us a trusted resource for businesses that require Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing, as well as employers looking to support a safe, healthy workplace.

Visit us at:
📍 104 Midland Ave., Suite 102, Basalt, CO

Testing options:
🧪 Urinalysis (UA)
🧪 Oral Swab Testing
🧪 Breath Alcohol Testing (BAC)

Hours:
🕒 Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM & 3:00 - 6:00 PM
🕒 Friday: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 1:30-3:00 PM

To learn more, purchase a test, or schedule testing for yourself or your employees, visit the link below or call us during business hours.

📞 (970) 279-5946
🌐 https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/drug-testing

Proporcionamos pruebas confiables y profesionales de dr**as y alcohol tanto para individuos como para organizaciones, incluyendo:

✅ Pruebas previas al empleo
✅ Pruebas DOT
✅ Pruebas posteriores al accidente
✅ Pruebas de justicia penal
✅ Pruebas para personas en libertad condicional y libertad vigilada
✅ Pruebas ordenadas por la corte
✅ Pruebas voluntarias/personales

Nuestro equipo incluye dos personas certificadas para la toma de muestras de DOT, lo que nos convierte en un recurso confiable para las empresas que requieren pruebas de dr**as y alcohol del Departamento de Transporte, así como para los empleadores que buscan apoyar un lugar de trabajo seguro y saludable.

Visítenos en:
📍 104 Midland Ave., Suite 102, Basalt, CO

Opciones de prueba:
🧪 Análisis de o***a (UA)
🧪 Pruebas de saliva
🧪 Pruebas de alcohol en el aliento (BAC)

Horas:
🕒 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 a. m. a 2:30 p. m. y de 3:00 a 6:00 p. m.
🕒 Viernes: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM y 1:30-3:00 PM

Para obtener más información, comprar una prueba o programar pruebas para usted o sus empleados, visite el enlace a continuación o llámenos durante horas de negocios.

📞 (970) 279-5946
🌐 https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/drug-testing

09/02/2026

September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the millions of people living in recovery and to emphasize that recovery IS possible for anyone who is ready to make a change 💙

Research shows that meaningful human connection plays an important role in building resilience, fostering hope, and supporting long-term recovery. Families, friends, faith communities, employers, schools, healthcare providers, and local organizations all contribute to creating recovery-supportive environments where people have the opportunity to heal and grow.

This month, we encourage you, our community, to follow along with us to learn more about Substance Use Disorder, how to challenge SUD stigma, and how to support those working toward long-term recovery. Together, we can make it easier for people to ask for help and access the support they need to live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives in sobriety.

08/28/2026

Meet I Matter , a free mental health resource helping Colorado youth access free mental health support 💙

I Matter. connects youth ages 18 and younger, and individuals up to age 21 who receive special education services, with a licensed therapist for up to six free counseling sessions.

No insurance is required. No credit card is needed. No legal status information is requested.

Counseling is available:
✨ In person
✨ Virtually

Whether a young person is struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, grief, or needs advice, I Matter. makes it easy to access affordable mental health services.

Visit imattercolorado.org to get started.

Conozca a I Matter., un recurso gratuito de salud mental que ayuda a los jóvenes de Colorado a acceder a apoyo gratuito de salud mental 💙

I Matter. conecta a jóvenes de 18 años o menos, y a personas de hasta 21 años que reciben servicios de educación especial, con un terapeuta autorizado para hasta seis sesiones de asesoramiento gratuito.

No se requiere aseguranza. No se necesita tarjeta de crédito. No se solicita información sobre el estatus legal.

La consejería está disponible:
✨ En persona
✨ Virtualmente

Ya sea que una persona joven está luchando contra la ansiedad, depresión, estrés, relaciones, el dolor o necesite asesoramiento, I Matter. facilita el acceso a servicios de salud mental.

Visite imattercolorado.org para comenzar.

08/27/2026

Why do some people struggle with substance use and while others don't?

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a complex medical condition, and a person's risk is influenced by a combination of factors, many of which are out of their control:

🧬 Genetics: Genetics account for approximately 50% of a person's risk, along with co-occurring mental health conditions and individual brain chemistry.

🏡 Environment: Family dynamics, peer influence, trauma, and economic stress can all play a role in the development of a Substance Use Disorder.

🧠 Development: Early exposure to alcohol or drugs, especially during adolescence, increases risk because the brain is still developing in areas responsible for decision-making and impulse control.

Understanding these factors can help reduce stigma and remind us that SUD is a complex ✨ but treatable ✨ medical condition, NOT a moral failing or lack of willpower.

Millions of people struggle with substance use, and millions go on to build healthy, fulfilling lives in recovery: It’s all about getting the right support for where you are in your journey.

If you're struggling with substance use and aren't sure where to start, we're here to help.

Reach out for one-on-one support: https://hipaa.jotform.com/222064613852149

Or if you're not ready to speak with someone directly, take our free online quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/ #/6148e4f1dc765b001828b589 to help identify your next steps and discover resources that match where you are in your recovery journey.

¿Por qué algunas personas luchan con el consumo de sustancias; mientras que otras no?

El Trastorno por Uso de Sustancias (SUD) es una condición médica compleja, y el riesgo de una persona está influenciado por una combinación de factores, muchos de los cuales están fuera de su control:

🧬 Genética: La genética representa aproximadamente el 50% del riesgo de una persona, junto con las condiciones de salud mental concurrentes y la química cerebral individual.

🏡 Medio ambiente: La dinámica familiar, la influencia de los compañeros, el trauma y el estrés económico pueden desempeñar un papel en el desarrollo de un Trastorno por Uso de Sustancias.

🧠 Desarrollo: La exposición temprana al alcohol o a las dr**as, especialmente durante la adolescencia, aumenta el riesgo porque el cerebro todavía se está desarrollando en áreas responsables de la toma de decisiones y el control de impulsos.

Comprender estos factores puede ayudar a reducir el estigma y recordarnos que el SUD es una condición médica compleja ✨ pero tratable ✨, NO un fracaso moral o falta de fuerza de voluntad.

Millones de personas luchan con el consumo de sustancias, y millones van a construir vidas saludables y satisfactorias en la recuperación: se trata de obtener el apoyo adecuado para donde se encuentra en su viaje.

Si está luchando con el consumo de sustancias y no está seguro de por dónde empezar, estamos aquí para ayudarle.

Póngase en contacto para obtener soporte individual : https://hipaa.jotform.com/222064613852149
O si no está listo para hablar con alguien directamente, realice nuestro cuestionario en línea gratuito: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/ #/6148e4f1dc765b001828b589 para ayudar a identificar sus próximos pasos y descubrir recursos que coincidan con dónde se encuentra en su viaje de recuperación.

$Meet Lilly, our oldest Shire at 11 years old!As a young horse, Lilly suffered a fractured growth plate, an injury that a...$

08/26/2026

Meet Lilly, our oldest Shire at 11 years old!

As a young horse, Lilly suffered a fractured growth plate, an injury that affected her development and continues to require specialized care. Over the years, she's also developed osteoarthritis and Equine Metabolic Syndrome, making careful management of her health, nutrition, and comfort essential.

Caring for Lilly takes a team effort. Her care includes:
🙌 Ongoing veterinary care through Alpine Equine Hospital
🙌 Specialized treatments, including Induced Wrapping Regenerative and Anti-Inflammatory therapy during her rehabilitation
🙌 Osteoarthritis medications and joint injections
🙌 Equine chiropractic care approximately every six weeks
🙌 A carefully managed nutrition plan to support healthy body condition
🙌 Continuous monitoring to ensure her activities match her individual needs

We're incredibly grateful to Alpine Equine Hospital for their expert veterinary care and guidance throughout Lilly's recovery journey. Because of this collaborative approach, Lilly continues to thrive and remains an important member of our herd.

Our horses give so much to the individuals who participate in our Equine-Assisted Learning and Therapeutic Riding programs. Providing them with the specialized care they need and deserve is one of the most important investments we can make 💙

08/21/2026

We're incredibly grateful to Aspen Valley Health for their generous support of our Withdrawal Management Program. Thanks to their funding, we're able to provide 24/7 Withdrawal Management services to individuals in our community, regardless of their ability to pay.

For more than a century, Aspen Valley Health has served the Roaring Fork Valley as an independent health system, growing alongside our community while remaining committed to advancing whole-person healthcare for all.

Their support helps ensure that individuals experiencing substance use disorders have access to safe, compassionate care, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Thank you, Aspen Valley Health, for helping us create pathways to long-term recovery 💙

Estamos increíblemente agradecidos con Aspen Valley Health por su generoso apoyo a nuestro Programa de Tratamiento de Abstinencia. Gracias a su financiación, podemos proporcionar servicios de Tratamiento de Abstinencia las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, a las personas de nuestra comunidad, independientemente de su capacidad de pago.

Durante más de un siglo, Aspen Valley Health ha servido al Valle del Roaring Fork como un sistema de salud independiente, creciendo junto a nuestra comunidad mientras se mantiene comprometido con el avance de la atención médica integral para todos.

Su apoyo ayuda a garantizar que las personas que padecen trastornos por consumo de sustancias tengan acceso a una atención segura y compasiva, independientemente de sus circunstancias financieras.

Gracias, Aspen Valley Health, por ayudarnos a crear vías para la recuperación a largo plazo 💙

08/20/2026

Vanessa, our Pretrial Services Case Manager, is passionate about helping others and making a meaningful impact through her work. She brings compassion, dedication, and a strong sense of purpose to every client interaction.

With a professional background in criminal justice, working with at-risk youth, and serving as a paraprofessional, Vanessa brings a well-rounded perspective and deep understanding of the diverse experiences of those participating in our Pretrial Services Program.

Our Pretrial Services Program supports defendants in Pitkin County who have posted bond or have been ordered by the court to participate in pretrial supervision.

Throughout the process, Vanessa meets regularly with clients to monitor compliance with court-ordered bond conditions, connect them with community resources when needed, and provide progress updates to the court, district attorney, probation office, and defense counsel.

To learn more about our Pretrial Services, visit the link below or contact our team today:
📞 (970) 404-6982
🌐 https://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/pretrial-services

08/19/2026

Street Outreach is an essential part of our Unsheltered Outreach Program. Our Street Outreach Navigator meets people where they are in the community, helping address immediate needs while connecting them to local resources, including the daily basic needs services available at our Community Connection Point.

For many individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, finding help isn't as simple as searching online or making a phone call. Street Outreach helps bridge that gap by bringing resources directly to those who need them and increasing awareness of the services available in our community.

Through our Community Connection Point, individuals can access free:
🍽️ Meals
🚿 Showers
👕 Laundry
🧼 Toiletry kits
🚌 Bus passes and clothing vouchers
🏡 Housing and recovery resources
💼 Job application support
🩺 Medicaid enrollment and renewal assistance

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or is at risk of losing housing, health insurance, or employment, we're here to help.

📞 (970) 315-2706
📍 Pitkin County Health & Human Services Building
405 Castle Creek Road, Aspen, CO
🕙 Open Monday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

08/14/2026

Supporting a loved one in recovery starts with understanding the difference between helping and enabling.

Recovery is a personal journey. And while you can't do the work for someone else or force them to change, you can provide encouragement, accountability, and a healthy, supportive environment that gives them the best opportunity possible to succeed.

Healthy Support Looks Like:
✅ Encouraging treatment and ongoing recovery support
✅ Setting clear, healthy boundaries (“You can’t live here if you’re drinking/using.”)
✅ Creating a recovery-supportive environment (such as not drinking or using around your loved one and keeping non-alcoholic beverages on hand)
✅ Celebrating progress without expecting perfection
✅ Taking care of your own mental and emotional health

Unhealthy Support (Enabling) Looks Like:
❌ Making excuses for another’s harmful behaviors
❌ Shielding someone from the consequences of their choices (such as providing money, housing, or other support that allows the behavior to continue)
❌ Taking personal responsibility for another’s recovery, actions, or emotions
❌ Ignoring your own needs to focus on theirs
❌ Believing you can save, change, or force someone who isn't ready for recovery

Apoyar a un ser querido en la recuperación comienza en comprender la diferencia entre ayudar y permitir.

La recuperación es un viaje personal. Y aunque no puede hacer el trabajo por otra persona u obligarla a cambiar, puede proporcionar aliento, responsabilidad y un entorno saludable y de apoyo que les brinde la mejor oportunidad posible para tener éxito.

El Apoyo Saludable Sería algo así:
✅ Fomentar el tratamiento y el apoyo continuo a la recuperación
✅ Establecer límites claros y saludables ("No puedes vivir aquí si estás bebiendo/consumiendo").
✅ Crear un entorno de apoyo a la recuperación (como no beber o consumir cerca de su ser querido y tener bebidas no alcohólicas a mano)
✅ Celebrar el progreso sin esperar la perfección
✅ Cuidar de su propia salud mental y emocional

El Apoyo Poco Saludable (Permitir) Se Ve Así:
❌ Poniendo excusas por los comportamientos dañinos de otra persona
❌ Proteger a alguien de las consecuencias de sus elecciones (como proporcionar dinero, vivienda u otro apoyo que permita que el comportamiento continúe)
❌ Asumir responsabilidad personal por la recuperación de otro, sus acciones o las emociones
❌ Ignorar sus propias necesidades para centrarse en las de ellos
❌ Creer que puede salvar, cambiar o forzar a alguien que no está listo para la recuperación

Address

405 Castle Creek Road
Aspen, CO
81611

Website

http://www.recoveryresourcescolorado.org/

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