Stories of Hope: The #GARecovers and 988 Awareness Campaign

Welcome to this inspiring collection of personal journeys – a beacon of hope in the challenge against substance use disorders and the stigma surrounding mental health. In collaboration with Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Office of Recovery Transformation, the Georgia Council for Recovery, WSB-TV, and various news stations across Georgia, we present "Stories of Hope," a pivotal part of the #GARecovers and 988 Awareness Campaign.

Empowering Voices, Transforming Lives

This special section of our website features heartfelt videos from 15 courageous individuals across Georgia. Each participant has bravely stepped forward to share their recovery story, offering insights into their battles with substance use disorder and their paths to healing. These narratives are not just stories - they are powerful testimonies of resilience and hope.

Vignettes and Interviews: A Glimpse into Recovery

Our campaign includes two dynamic formats:

1. Vignettes: 90-second vignettes produced by WSB-TV, airing from January 15 to April 15, 2024. These vignettes spotlight personal recovery stories, linking them to the #GARecovers initiative and the #988lifeline, fostering encouragement for those in need to connect with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

2. Interview Segments: Following the WSB-TV Noon Newscast, 2-minute interview-style segments, hosted by Condace Pressley, delve deeper into each story. These interviews highlight the importance of the 988 crisis line and play a crucial role in reducing stigma around mental health and substance use disorders.

Your Role in Making a Difference

By watching and sharing these videos, you become an integral part of our mission. Each view, each share, helps spread awareness, shatter stigma, and reinforces the message that recovery is possible. Your engagement with these stories can light the way for others, illustrating that no one is alone in this journey.

Connect with the 988 Lifeline

Remember, if you or someone you know is struggling with substance use disorder or mental health issues, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is here to help. This easily accessible resource offers immediate support and is a crucial step towards recovery and healing.

Join Us in Spreading Hope

We invite you to explore these stories. Listen, learn, and be inspired. Your support can change lives and bring light to those in need. Together, let's build a community of understanding, support, and recovery.