PO BOX 11 Informs Readers of News, SHOEMAKER ALUMNUS July 16 Springbrook Ice Cream Social/BBQ Newberg, Ore

mail box upcoming alumni events and reunions Visit hazelden.org/alumni for event updates or call 888-257-7800, ext. 4366. 31st annual draws alumni and friends HIGHER POWER HAD Dates event Location alumni news Fifty Hazelden alumni, family and n “attitude of gratitude” graced the Alive & Free celebration of recovery, held April DIFFERENT PLANS FOR July 15–18 Dia Linn Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center & views friends gathered for the Coastal 30 and May 1 on Hazelden’s Center City campus. More than 200 people gathered PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, SHOEMAKER ALUMNUS July 16 Springbrook Ice Cream Social/BBQ newberg, Ore. Recovery Retreat at the stunning Summer 2010 events and people who enhance recovery. for fellowship, education, great food and fun at the 31st annual event. The spirit of Sea Krest Lodge in Oregon on May A I have not missed one of my July 17 Springbrook Reunion Newberg, Ore. PO BOX gratitude was especially present Friday evening when the CARE and Ree Lasker awards 11 21–23. Phil Oliver and Carol Munson, Shoemaker reunions. It’s a very July 19 Recovery Cup Golf Tournament oak Grove, Minn. were presented to Carol Pine and Bob M., respectively. important part of my ritual to spiritual care counselors at Hazelden’s July 24 Alumni Picnic in the Park St. Paul, Minn. reconnect and reground where Springbrook campus, co-facilitated The CARE Award stands for Consistent Activity in I got sober. It’s also important July 30 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. workshops. “Amazing” was the Recovery and Education in the field of addiction and Hazelden introduces alumni affiliation program consensus of participants. “Thanks so to me to bring my experience, Aug. 19–22 Cronin Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center recovery. Pine served as a Hazelden trustee from 1993 much for a very special time of growth Enhance your recovery journey as a Hazelden Fellow Travelers strength and hope — what Aug. 21 Alumni Picnic in the Park Chicago, Ill. to 2002 and board chair from 1997 to 1999. She is little I have — to the patients. I and fellowship,” one participant wrote. currently chair of the Hazelden Graduate School of Aug. 27 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. The next Coastal Recovery Retreat is Hazelden is introducing an affiliation program for alumni this always go to my reunion Friday, Addiction Studies Fundraising Task Force, charged September 3–5. Space is limited. summer called Fellow Travelers: Hazelden Alumni Sharing the Saturday and Sunday. Last time, Aug. 27–29 northwood’s Recovery Retreat grand Rapids, Minn. with helping Hazelden increase philanthropic support Call Debbie Voorhees at 503-554-4353 Hope of Recovery. The program offers a variety of benefits, however, my Higher Power had Sept. 3–5 Coastal Recovery Retreat Newport, Ore. for the school. She was recognized at the event for her to reserve your place. services and opportunities exclusive to Hazelden program alumni. different plans for me. Sept. 9–12 Promises Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center service as a role model, mentor, instructor and dear friend to many. Her active volunteerism continues to I woke up at 3:23 on Thursday Sept. 18 one Destination San Jose, Calif. “Fellow Travelers is meant to inspire, inform and engage our alumni in ways support Hazelden’s mission and the that help sustain and strengthen recovery,” says Lisa Reynolds, director of morning and couldn’t get back Sept. 16 rollin’ on the River St. Paul, Minn. recovery of others. Alumni Relations for Hazelden. to sleep. Walking the dog at Sept. 24 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. about 5 a.m., I noticed a light The Ree Lasker Award is given each Hazelden is a lifelong partner in recovery with our alumni, explains Oct. 7–10 Jellinek Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center on in the home where I would year by Hazelden’s Alumni Relations Reynolds. The Fellow Travelers program celebrates that powerful relationship Oct. 15 Springbrook Fall Event Newberg, Ore. be leaving my dog. So I called office to an outstanding volunteer and helps alumni “further their recovery journey” by offering a variety of to ask if she could watch my Oct. 21–24 silkworth Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center for special dedication to Hazelden’s Above top, Carol Pine received the CARE Award benefits and complimentary services exclusive to alumni. Fellow Travelers dog a day earlier. I didn’t know Oct. 30 Soberfest Chicago, Ill. mission. Ree Lasker was a much- from Hazelden president and CEO Mark Mishek; also provides alumni with opportunities to “light the path for others,” loved, 20-year Hazelden volunteer. Discounted products and services from other organizations, what I needed to do, but I Nov. 6 Outpatient Reunion above, Ree Lasker Award winner Bob M. is including the possibility to share personal stories of recovery through needed to go right away. As featuring William Moyers St. Paul, Minn. Above top, presenter Earnie Larsen is Bob M., the 2010 Ree Lasker Award congratulated by Mishek; left, Hazelden’s events Hazelden’s exclusive online Alumni Network and other venues. including: recipient, was recognized for his the morning wore on, a glow Dec. 5 Fellowship Club Open House st. Paul, Minn. — Fellowship Club shown with John S.; above, singer- and conferences director Patricia Broat and Sober Vacations International Anytime Fitness ongoing efforts to greet, welcome Fellow Travelers offers alumni a variety of benefits that can started in my stomach and the songwriter Sonia Lee performed songs chief medical officer Marvin D. Seppala, M.D., Snap Fitness 19 Dec. 10 Springbrook Holiday Bowl Tigard, Ore. and support visitors to Hazelden’s online communities, be accessed through program membership. To receive your intensity and depth grew and from her CD, Chance to Start Over. join in the festivities. Dec. 18 Cleveland Gratitude Gathering Chagrin Falls, Ohio including the Alumni Network site. Fellow Travelers membership card, contact Hazelden online Gold’s Gym grew until it occupied every at hazelden.org/fellowtravelers or call 877-429-5084. fiber of my being. When I got Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Chicago, Ill. Complimentary resources to the Hazelden unit, the first Please check hazelden.org/alumni for updates and additional events. Free and discounted resources and services guy I talked to happened to subscriptions to Hazelden print and e-newsletters PO BOX 11 alumni news & views SUMMER 2010 The following Fellow Travelers inspirational and educational resources and live just a few miles from my quarterly Hazelden Webinars featuring special guests Hazelden Alumni Referral Line benefits are available to help alumni further their recovery journey. home. Another guy happened PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, events If your address needs to be updated or removed Hazelden’s online Alumni Network to live in the same small town Hazelden launches free online substance abuse screening tool 877-429-5082 and people who can help build recovery. from the mailing list, please call 800-257-7800 Exclusive discounts or email [email protected]. and was leaving for home the >Hazelden Fellow Travelers — continued on page 2 Earlier this summer, Hazelden introduced About My Drinking, a free and confidential evidence-based online screening . Are you or a loved The mission of Alumni Relations is “to 50% discount on catalog and online orders of Hazelden Calls are answered 24/7 Hazelden next day at 6 a.m.! Had I arrived tool designed to help people assess their current level of drinking or other drug use. 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Go and tools to start a self-directed Twelve Step program to admissions process, 24 hours a day. The personal stories of recovery included in this 888-257-7800, ext. 4366 address problem drinking or other drug use. newsletter are published with the written consent figure. I just smiled — big smile of those individuals. hazelden.org/alumni inside and outside. This is a “The screening tool provides a clear snapshot of an INSIDE THIS ISSUE Alum “pays it forward” by helping others heal individual’s alcohol use and provides options and detailed story about honoring the Higher clip and carry instruction for people who want to move toward a healthier 3 Regional Alumni Leadership Julie P. struggled during her teen years with drug addiction. Power in life. And Hazelden lifestyle,” says Jodie Carter, electronic product manager at Committees now forming She dropped out of high school, lived on the streets, happened to be the vehicle. Hazelden. hazelden.org 3 Lois J. is Chicago’s “Den Mom” and finally hit bottom when she was held hostage for three days “Of the over 20 million people who suffer with alcohol and other drug problems, only 1.8 million seek treatment,” 800-257-7800 — Hal S. said Kris Van Hoof, executive director of Media Ventures at Hazelden. “This easy and confidential tool allows anyone by her drug dealers. We invite you to call us with questions. 4 Online Alumni Network is the opportunity to find out whether they have a problem with alcohol or other drugs. We want people to feel secure in “I had no idea how to quit using,” Julie says. “But I was sick seeking a substance use assessment, and offering this assessment online is the best way to create access for those who We are available 24 hours a day. strong and growing and tired of being sick and tired.” might not otherwise seek help or support.” 4 News from around Hazelden Hazelden, a national nonprofit organization founded in 1949, helps people reclaim Hazelden locations Center City, MiNNEsota 5 Mailbox Nearing her 18th birthday, she entered Hazelden’s Center for their lives from the disease of addiction. Built on decades of knowledge and experience, PO Box 11 welcomes letters. To share a Chicago, Illinois Youth and Families—her second attempt at treatment. 5 Upcoming alumni events story or testimonial, or to offer an opinion, Hazelden offers a comprehensive approach to addiction that addresses the full range of NAPLES, FLORIDA please send your letters to Lisa Reynolds, Get alumni news via email patient, family, and professional needs, including treatment and continuing care for youth New York, New York and reunions “I wanted to get clean and I committed myself to my recovery,” Hazelden, RC 1, PO Box 11, Center City, MN Julie says. “That meant I had to shut my mouth and follow the To receive information about alumni activities via email, please send your email address to us at and adults, research, higher education, public education and advocacy, and publishing. Newberg, Oregon 6 Alive & Free brings inspiration 55012-0011 or to [email protected]. Plymouth, MiNNEsota rules, so I did. I made an effort to be open and honest. I completed [email protected]. 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Hazelden Fellow Travelers Regional committees now forming “Den mom” receives greatest news & notes >Enhance your recovery journey — CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Help generate ideas, activities and fun New York, N.Y. Join us on the third Friday of each month Alumni dinners set for fall gift when she gives back Reaching and serving more than ever Hazelden’s Springbrook alumni meet the third The Center for Youth and Families plans to host alumni Lighting the Path for Others Regional Alumni Leadership Committees are now forming Friday of each month beginning with the Regional dinners this fall. The dinners will provide opportunities at each of Hazelden’s five regional sites. The committees The first half of 2010 has been a record-breaker for Alumni Leadership Committee meeting at 6:00 p.m., for fellowship and for brainstorming about how to engage “Our alumni play a The following Fellow Travelers service, outreach and leadership opportunities are available for alumni to reach out to Lois J. of Chicago attended Hazelden’s Family Program in Center City while her son Hazelden’s New York treatment programs. A new Day will partner with Hazelden to create enriching events and and followed by the Alumni Supper Club at 7:00 p.m. young alumni in activities and events. Contact Ann key role in advancing others on the journey. was in treatment nearly 10 years ago. Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program was launched and a speaker at 8:00 p.m. These activities are open Rydell Berg at 651-213-4786 or [email protected] if activities for alumni and friends of Hazelden. to run in addition to the center’s long-established to all alumni interested in returning to campus for you would like to be involved in creating alumni activities Hazelden’s mission easy access to admissions information through the designated Alumni Referral Line, 877-429-5082 “As soon as I arrived on campus, I knew my life was going to change,” recalls Lois. evening program. Offered from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Whether the activity is a fellowship gathering, an educational fellowship and fun. The Coastal Retreat in May was a for young people in recovery. of reaching and serving as a local alumni contact to help new alumni connect with their recovery community And it did. A whole new world opened for her. “When I returned home, I was on Monday through Thursday, the new day program great success, with 50 participants enjoying a weekend helping more people workshop or a service opportunity, the new regional my ‘pink cloud.’ I’d had this revelation: I learned that addiction was a disease ... that provides more people with access to treatment, of inspiration, renewal, fellowship and — of course — Center City, Minn. sharing the experience, strength and hope of recovery at Hazelden facilities or through electronic media on Hazelden committee structure gives Hazelden alumni the ability to especially those with evening responsibilities as well as find lasting freedom I didn’t cause it and I couldn’t control it. And that I needed help and healing, too.” great food. Welcome changes are underway Web sites, blogs or the online Alumni Network create the most meaningful types of experiences for each those who benefit from more structure to their daytime from addiction,” says Shortly after returning home, she received a call from a friend whose 32-year-old son hours. In addition, participation in Hazelden’s continuing Chicago, Ill. Renovation and expansion of the patient entrance at becoming involved in public advocacy in the local community other. “The ideas and energy we’re already seeing have care groups, which meet from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. the medical unit at Hazelden’s Center City campus is Reynolds. “Hazelden been terrific. And it’s a great way to connect with fellow was killed by a drunk driver, and Lois experienced the devastation of addiction from on Wednesdays and Fridays, has climbed this year. Alumni meet Friday nights now underway. New and renovated spaces will create a wants to do everything serving on a Regional Alumni Leadership Committee (see article on page 3) alumni and to welcome new alumni into the community,” yet another painful vantage point. Fortunately, she had started attending Hazelden’s Between the center’s outpatient treatment programs and Chicago area alumni invite all interested alums to more calm and welcoming first impression for Hazelden we can to support says Lisa Reynolds, director of Alumni Relations for Hazelden. Family Program in continuing care groups, Hazelden in New York is serving join their weekly 7:00 p.m. Friday meeting. Those patients and visitors. The medical unit renovations, in almost twice as many people than ever before. interested in helping to plan or organize events and particular, will allow Hazelden to serve more patients and the recovery of our Chicago as well as Are you hearing the call activities are encouraged to be a part of the Regional handle increasingly complex medical issues. Families Anonymous Family and Friends lecture series returns Alumni Leadership Committee, which meets at 6:00 alumni. And, in turn, Alumni Relations office introduces new staff member Welcome, Fellow Traveler! Committee membership is open to all Hazelden program and Al-Anon meetings. Back by popular demand, the free Family and Friends p.m. the second Friday of each month. It’s a fun, busy they serve as a beacon alumni. The activities and opportunities created by the In addition, Lois began lecture series has returned to Hazelden in New York. and productive group, with plans currently underway Ann Rydell Berg, who joined the Alumni Relations office Receive free and discounted resources and services to help further this spring, will serve as the liaison for Center City alumni of hope and help to committees are recovery-oriented in nature and enhance attending the Friday The weekly lecture is held from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. for the annual summertime picnic in Lincoln Park and your recovery journey. Plus, discover new opportunities to light the lifelong recovery. The goal is to form committees at each on Mondays at Hazelden. All are welcome. Soberfest in the fall. reunions, the Center for Youth and Families, Fellowship the still-suffering.” evening alumni speaker Club and outpatient programs. She will also oversee the path for others. of Hazelden’s five regional locations. Already, groups in meeting at Hazelden’s Alumni group meets monthly Plymouth, Minn. Twelve Step meetings that alumni and AA groups bring Minnesota, Chicago and Oregon have been helping to plan Mark your calendar and plan to stop in and join to Hazelden’s Minnesota campuses. You can reach Ann Join Now! Chicago facility because New outdoor sports court sees lots of play events. “For me, it’s a great opportunity to support Hazelden, the monthly alumni meeting at noon on the second at 651-213-4786. To receive your Fellow Travelers membership card, contact Hazelden she wanted to remain Thursday of every month at Hazelden. The meeting’s Patients at Hazelden’s Center for Youth and Families are stay involved, help others and give back to an organization mindful of the addict’s enjoying a new outdoor sports court, which was installed Alumni office moves to Butler Center online at hazelden.org/fellowtravelers or call 877-429-5084. primary purpose is to welcome newcomers and build a that not only helped me get sober, but introduced me to perspective. bridge between treatment and the recovery community. last fall with the help and generosity of Hazelden donors. We’ve moved across campus: Hazelden’s Alumni a whole new way of living,” says alumna Ann S., who has Increased access to on-site recreational activities has Relations office is now located in the Butler Center. At her home away from home, Lois J. (shown at center) joined the St. Paul regional committee. “From my very first Newberg, Ore. enhanced the center’s already strong recreational Alumni who are planning to visit campus are experiences with is surrounded by her “recovery family” including Jim H., program. Patients use the court for basketball, encouraged to call the office ahead of time so that Grant A., Lisa G. and Karen S. Expanded facilities and new trauma “We welcome your involvement,” says Reynolds. “Everyone Hazelden’s Family programming open broomball, dodge ball and other outdoor sports. These arrangements can be made for staff visits or to can help. You can be involved at the level of service you kinds of recreational and social activities help patients accommodate other special requests. Call 800-257- Program where addicts A year of construction and renovation wrapped up at learn to balance work and play — a skill that will serve 7800, ext. 4366. have time for, whether it’s an hour a month or serving as and family members meet together, I’ve appreciated hearing all points of view,” Hazelden’s Springbrook campus in Newberg, Ore., this them well throughout a lifetime of recovery. committee chair.” Lois explains. “Addiction is a family disease. But if all you do is Alcoholics spring, ushering in a new season of care at the center. St. Paul, Minn. Helping others heal Continuing care for parents now offered Anonymous, then that’s all you see; if all you attend is Families Anonymous, “We have literally doubled the size of what was Summer events lineup >Alum “pays it forward” — CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The regional committees will be peer-led, with a chairperson Focusing on the topics of communication, boundaries, then that’s all you see.” once our residential treatment services unit,” says and secretary coordinating the meetings. All Regional Alumni trust and relapse, a continuing care group specifically for The Regional Alumni Leadership Committee hosts Jan Vondrachek, executive director at Springbrook. Fellowship after Fellowship the fourth Friday of each In May, Julie celebrated 12 years of sobriety. She has counseling education I received after I left Hazelden. I had Leadership Committees will work in partnership with Alumni Tragedy soon struck again. This time, it was the unspeakable death of her beloved In addition to more square footage, the expansion parents is now available at Hazelden’s Center for Youth and Families. A continuing care group for adolescents month, following the weekly 7:00 p.m. meeting at received a Certificate in Chemical Dependency Counseling, spent so much of my life causing tragedy, and now I was Relations staff as well as staff at the corresponding Hazelden son. Lois grabbed hold of the program’s principles and practices like never before. allows extended care patients to live on campus while Fellowship Club. Mark your calendar and join in. continuing treatment. Hazelden’s Springbrook center and young adults is already well established. The added completed bachelor’s degrees in psychology and nursing, able to help others heal.” facility or site. Areas of support and collaboration include: She describes the years following her son’s death as filled with denial, depression and component means that parents and young people will Summer alumni events include the Picnic in the Park, has also expanded its mental health services with new, Rollin’ on the River and a monthly recovery speaker and is currently working on a master’s degree in a Family pain. But Lois was able to find guidance and take comfort in the fellowship of her highly specialized trauma programming designed for attend separate groups the first Tuesday of the month creating service opportunities series at The Recovery Church. Check hazelden.org/ While in Haiti, with no access to Twelve Step meetings, recovery family. both primary and extended care patients. and then attend a combined group the third Tuesday of Nurse Practitioner program. After reading the headlines the month. These continuing care groups are designed alumni for details. Better yet, help with event planning Julie relied on recorded books and speakers on her iPod to developing an annual calendar of events and activities about the devastation in Haiti in the past months, she felt “I decided that as long as I was going to survive, I was going to do this the best I to help individuals and families put the profound, life- by joining the committee. Simply contact alumni@ support her recovery program. She also wrote about her hazelden.org or 651-213-4629 to learn more. compelled to help. “As a nurse, I had coordinating communications via print materials, email, changing lessons of treatment into practice — back in experiences and logged about 150 pages in a blog. could,” says Lois. and mailings to alumni real life. the medical skills they so desperately A sweet welcome for newcomers When Julie returned home, she immediately arranged needed, but helping also meant that I Reynolds encourages all who are interested in joining a Soon a fixture at Chicago’s Friday night alumni meeting, Lois enthusiastically would have to quit my job and leave for a stay at Hazelden’s Dan Anderson Renewal Center. Regional Alumni Leadership Committee to contact the “adopted” the group as her recovery family. Noticing that new arrivals at the azelden’s Alumni Network, introduced through a pilot project last year, offers everything behind for a while,” she She knew she needed to process her own trauma and stress Alumni Relations office at [email protected]. meetings were very interested in sweets, she started bringing lollipops to every interested alumni an online social-networking experience focused on recovery explains. from the damage and desolation she experienced in Haiti. meeting. Hsupport and staying connected with each other and Hazelden. At the Renewal Center, she was able to revitalize Alumni find After seeking advice from family and Lois views her role as the “den mom” for people attending the meeting for the first her recovery, reconnect with peers and refocus her life. So far, more than 2,000 alumni have signed on, reports Nathan Wardwell, Alumni friends, Julie decided she simply had time. She’s usually the first to give newcomers a big hug, welcome them to the real-time, online programs manager for Hazelden and administrator of the Alumni Network. Wardwell to go. She spent three months working “My return to Hazelden and the Renewal Center was Want to make a difference? meeting—and offer them a lollipop. “Many who are new to recovery think they will fellowship adds that more than 50 podcasts have been created as well, featuring alumni favorites extensively with the Haitian people, life changing. I used my experiences there as a catalyst never have fun again. The truth is that life in recovery is far better and more fun John MacDougall, Fred Holmquist, Earnie Larsen, Annetta Sutton and others. Through planned giving, such as an estate provision than you could ever imagine,” she attests. helping to develop a grief therapy for learning and growing,” Julie said. “The staff was Through the site, Alumni Network members are able to post messages about their program for children and parents. instrumental in helping me figure out who I am, why or deferred gift, donors are able to make gifts that “I love giving back,” Lois says. “I love to tell my story to other families. I give . . . recovery experiences and respond to postings by others. Members may also participate I am doing what I am doing, and what I want to do become an important, permanent source of financial but what I get back is far more than I receive.” Lois describes the programs she’s in discussion forums, write their own blogs, design their own profile pages, and upload “it was all very “It was hard. Listening to one child talk about having no with my life. I’m determined to live a good life and pay support for Hazelden’s mission. These gifts ensure participated in— Hazelden’s Family Program, Hazelden’s Renewal Center retreats, photos and video or music clips. The Network also provides members with immediate one to tuck him in at night and tell him he’d be okay, and traumatic. It was an it forward.” Hazelden’s future ability to reach and help more the Friday night meeting at Hazelden in Chicago, Al-Anon, Families Anonymous, access to information about alumni events and workshops in their area. enormous weight to the next child would be crying because she no longer had a men, women, young people and families suffering and serving on Hazelden’s Chicago Board of Directors—as “lifesaving.” bear but it was an home and her dog was killed—it was all very traumatic. It from addiction. Learn more about Hazelden’s It won’t be the same without you Through these programs, Lois learned that she couldn’t help others until she helped Wardwell encourages all alumni to consider joining the Network. He emphasizes that honor to do it and was an enormous weight to bear but it was an honor to do planned giving program, called the Medallion herself. Sometimes, the best advice, to “keep coming back,” is the hardest to hear it is a private site, which means that membership is available only to alumni. Alumni give back.” it and give back,” she says. “All of my knowledge and skills Society, by contacting a Hazelden gift officer and accept, but it’s the one thing that truly does sustain you, Lois says. were a direct result of my Hazelden experiences and the interested in joining will complete a “profile” questionnaire and their status is verified by — Julie P. at 888-535-9485 or [email protected]. “When my son died, it left a hole in my soul that only he can fill,” says Lois. “But staff. Learn more by emailing Wardwell at [email protected]. that doesn’t mean I can’t go on to have an amazing life with my recovery family. They call me their recovery mother, and I’m very proud of that.” 2 SUMMER 2010 PO Box 11 3 SUMMER 2010 PO Box 11 4 SUMMER 2010 PO Box 11 mail box upcoming alumni events and reunions Visit hazelden.org/alumni for event updates or call 888-257-7800, ext. 4366. 31st annual draws alumni and friends HIGHER POWER HAD Dates event Location alumni news Fifty Hazelden alumni, family and n “attitude of gratitude” graced the Alive & Free celebration of recovery, held April DIFFERENT PLANS FOR July 15–18 Dia Linn Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center & views friends gathered for the Coastal 30 and May 1 on Hazelden’s Center City campus. More than 200 people gathered PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, SHOEMAKER ALUMNUS July 16 Springbrook Ice Cream Social/BBQ newberg, Ore. Recovery Retreat at the stunning Summer 2010 events and people who enhance recovery. for fellowship, education, great food and fun at the 31st annual event. The spirit of Sea Krest Lodge in Oregon on May A I have not missed one of my July 17 Springbrook Reunion Newberg, Ore. PO BOX gratitude was especially present Friday evening when the CARE and Ree Lasker awards 11 21–23. Phil Oliver and Carol Munson, Shoemaker reunions. It’s a very July 19 Recovery Cup Golf Tournament oak Grove, Minn. were presented to Carol Pine and Bob M., respectively. important part of my ritual to spiritual care counselors at Hazelden’s July 24 Alumni Picnic in the Park St. Paul, Minn. reconnect and reground where Springbrook campus, co-facilitated The CARE Award stands for Consistent Activity in I got sober. It’s also important July 30 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. workshops. “Amazing” was the Recovery and Education in the field of addiction and Hazelden introduces alumni affiliation program consensus of participants. “Thanks so to me to bring my experience, Aug. 19–22 Cronin Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center recovery. Pine served as a Hazelden trustee from 1993 much for a very special time of growth Enhance your recovery journey as a Hazelden Fellow Travelers strength and hope — what Aug. 21 Alumni Picnic in the Park Chicago, Ill. to 2002 and board chair from 1997 to 1999. She is little I have — to the patients. I and fellowship,” one participant wrote. currently chair of the Hazelden Graduate School of Aug. 27 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. The next Coastal Recovery Retreat is Hazelden is introducing an affiliation program for alumni this always go to my reunion Friday, Addiction Studies Fundraising Task Force, charged September 3–5. Space is limited. summer called Fellow Travelers: Hazelden Alumni Sharing the Saturday and Sunday. Last time, Aug. 27–29 northwood’s Recovery Retreat grand Rapids, Minn. with helping Hazelden increase philanthropic support Call Debbie Voorhees at 503-554-4353 Hope of Recovery. The program offers a variety of benefits, however, my Higher Power had Sept. 3–5 Coastal Recovery Retreat Newport, Ore. for the school. She was recognized at the event for her to reserve your place. services and opportunities exclusive to Hazelden program alumni. different plans for me. Sept. 9–12 Promises Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center service as a role model, mentor, instructor and dear friend to many. Her active volunteerism continues to I woke up at 3:23 on Thursday Sept. 18 one Destination San Jose, Calif. “Fellow Travelers is meant to inspire, inform and engage our alumni in ways support Hazelden’s mission and the that help sustain and strengthen recovery,” says Lisa Reynolds, director of morning and couldn’t get back Sept. 16 rollin’ on the River St. Paul, Minn. recovery of others. Alumni Relations for Hazelden. to sleep. Walking the dog at Sept. 24 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. about 5 a.m., I noticed a light The Ree Lasker Award is given each Hazelden is a lifelong partner in recovery with our alumni, explains Oct. 7–10 Jellinek Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center on in the home where I would year by Hazelden’s Alumni Relations Reynolds. The Fellow Travelers program celebrates that powerful relationship Oct. 15 Springbrook Fall Event Newberg, Ore. be leaving my dog. So I called office to an outstanding volunteer and helps alumni “further their recovery journey” by offering a variety of to ask if she could watch my Oct. 21–24 silkworth Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center for special dedication to Hazelden’s Above top, Carol Pine received the CARE Award benefits and complimentary services exclusive to alumni. Fellow Travelers dog a day earlier. I didn’t know Oct. 30 Soberfest Chicago, Ill. mission. Ree Lasker was a much- from Hazelden president and CEO Mark Mishek; also provides alumni with opportunities to “light the path for others,” loved, 20-year Hazelden volunteer. Discounted products and services from other organizations, what I needed to do, but I Nov. 6 Outpatient Reunion above, Ree Lasker Award winner Bob M. is including the possibility to share personal stories of recovery through needed to go right away. As featuring William Moyers St. Paul, Minn. Above top, presenter Earnie Larsen is Bob M., the 2010 Ree Lasker Award congratulated by Mishek; left, Hazelden’s events Hazelden’s exclusive online Alumni Network and other venues. including: recipient, was recognized for his the morning wore on, a glow Dec. 5 Fellowship Club Open House st. Paul, Minn. — Fellowship Club shown with John S.; above, singer- and conferences director Patricia Broat and Sober Vacations International Anytime Fitness ongoing efforts to greet, welcome Fellow Travelers offers alumni a variety of benefits that can started in my stomach and the songwriter Sonia Lee performed songs chief medical officer Marvin D. Seppala, M.D., Snap Fitness 19 Dec. 10 Springbrook Holiday Bowl Tigard, Ore. and support visitors to Hazelden’s online communities, be accessed through program membership. To receive your intensity and depth grew and from her CD, Chance to Start Over. join in the festivities. Dec. 18 Cleveland Gratitude Gathering Chagrin Falls, Ohio including the Alumni Network site. Fellow Travelers membership card, contact Hazelden online Gold’s Gym grew until it occupied every at hazelden.org/fellowtravelers or call 877-429-5084. fiber of my being. When I got Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Chicago, Ill. Complimentary resources to the Hazelden unit, the first Please check hazelden.org/alumni for updates and additional events. Free and discounted resources and services guy I talked to happened to subscriptions to Hazelden print and e-newsletters PO BOX 11 alumni news & views SUMMER 2010 The following Fellow Travelers inspirational and educational resources and live just a few miles from my quarterly Hazelden Webinars featuring special guests Hazelden Alumni Referral Line benefits are available to help alumni further their recovery journey. home. Another guy happened PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, events If your address needs to be updated or removed Hazelden’s online Alumni Network to live in the same small town Hazelden launches free online substance abuse screening tool 877-429-5082 and people who can help build recovery. from the mailing list, please call 800-257-7800 Exclusive discounts or email [email protected]. and was leaving for home the >Hazelden Fellow Travelers — continued on page 2 Earlier this summer, Hazelden introduced About My Drinking, a free and confidential evidence-based online screening . Are you or a loved The mission of Alumni Relations is “to 50% discount on catalog and online orders of Hazelden Calls are answered 24/7 Hazelden next day at 6 a.m.! Had I arrived tool designed to help people assess their current level of drinking or other drug use. Available at hazelden.org, the enhance recovery in the lives of our alumni consumer published products About My Drinking site presents individuals with 18 questions about their drinking and other drug use and provides one in need of Hazelden treatment services? Alumni Relations BC 6 at my normal time on Friday, I and their families by providing opportunities 15251 Pleasant Valley Road, RC 1 20% discount on Hazelden’s Renewal Center programs would’ve missed the opportunity a personalized report within minutes. The confidential report indicates the individual’s level of risk and offers tailored Call now. This designated alumni line support including referral to a Hazelden licensed addiction for education, fellowship and service.” PO Box 11 20% discount at Hazelden campus bookstores to meet him and be of service to counselor, information on peer recovery support programs, provides quick and easy access to Hazelden’s Center City, MN 55012-0011 him upon returning home. Go and tools to start a self-directed Twelve Step program to admissions process, 24 hours a day. The personal stories of recovery included in this 888-257-7800, ext. 4366 address problem drinking or other drug use. newsletter are published with the written consent figure. I just smiled — big smile of those individuals. hazelden.org/alumni inside and outside. This is a “The screening tool provides a clear snapshot of an INSIDE THIS ISSUE Alum “pays it forward” by helping others heal individual’s alcohol use and provides options and detailed story about honoring the Higher clip and carry instruction for people who want to move toward a healthier 3 Regional Alumni Leadership Julie P. struggled during her teen years with drug addiction. Power in life. And Hazelden lifestyle,” says Jodie Carter, electronic product manager at Committees now forming She dropped out of high school, lived on the streets, happened to be the vehicle. Hazelden. hazelden.org 3 Lois J. is Chicago’s “Den Mom” and finally hit bottom when she was held hostage for three days “Of the over 20 million people who suffer with alcohol and other drug problems, only 1.8 million seek treatment,” 800-257-7800 — Hal S. said Kris Van Hoof, executive director of Media Ventures at Hazelden. “This easy and confidential tool allows anyone by her drug dealers. We invite you to call us with questions. 4 Online Alumni Network is the opportunity to find out whether they have a problem with alcohol or other drugs. We want people to feel secure in “I had no idea how to quit using,” Julie says. “But I was sick seeking a substance use assessment, and offering this assessment online is the best way to create access for those who We are available 24 hours a day. strong and growing and tired of being sick and tired.” might not otherwise seek help or support.” 4 News from around Hazelden Hazelden, a national nonprofit organization founded in 1949, helps people reclaim Hazelden locations Center City, MiNNEsota 5 Mailbox Nearing her 18th birthday, she entered Hazelden’s Center for their lives from the disease of addiction. Built on decades of knowledge and experience, PO Box 11 welcomes letters. To share a Chicago, Illinois Youth and Families—her second attempt at treatment. 5 Upcoming alumni events story or testimonial, or to offer an opinion, Hazelden offers a comprehensive approach to addiction that addresses the full range of NAPLES, FLORIDA please send your letters to Lisa Reynolds, Get alumni news via email patient, family, and professional needs, including treatment and continuing care for youth New York, New York and reunions “I wanted to get clean and I committed myself to my recovery,” Hazelden, RC 1, PO Box 11, Center City, MN Julie says. “That meant I had to shut my mouth and follow the To receive information about alumni activities via email, please send your email address to us at and adults, research, higher education, public education and advocacy, and publishing. Newberg, Oregon 6 Alive & Free brings inspiration 55012-0011 or to [email protected]. Plymouth, MiNNEsota rules, so I did. I made an effort to be open and honest. I completed [email protected]. Be sure to include your full name, mailing address, and email address so and renewal Julie P. is grateful for the opportunity to we can locate you in our database and add you to our email list. Many communications are now sent via email only. St. Paul, MiNNEsota aftercare recommendations, and I went to a halfway house.” help others heal.

>Alum “pays it forward” — continued on page 2 5 SUMMER 2010 PO Box 11 6 SUMMER 2010 PO Box 11 2692-1 (7/10) © 2010 Hazelden Foundation mail box upcoming alumni events and reunions Visit hazelden.org/alumni for event updates or call 888-257-7800, ext. 4366. 31st annual draws alumni and friends HIGHER POWER HAD Dates event Location alumni news Fifty Hazelden alumni, family and n “attitude of gratitude” graced the Alive & Free celebration of recovery, held April DIFFERENT PLANS FOR July 15–18 Dia Linn Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center & views friends gathered for the Coastal 30 and May 1 on Hazelden’s Center City campus. More than 200 people gathered PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, SHOEMAKER ALUMNUS July 16 Springbrook Ice Cream Social/BBQ newberg, Ore. Recovery Retreat at the stunning Summer 2010 events and people who enhance recovery. for fellowship, education, great food and fun at the 31st annual event. The spirit of Sea Krest Lodge in Oregon on May A I have not missed one of my July 17 Springbrook Reunion Newberg, Ore. PO BOX gratitude was especially present Friday evening when the CARE and Ree Lasker awards 11 21–23. Phil Oliver and Carol Munson, Shoemaker reunions. It’s a very July 19 Recovery Cup Golf Tournament oak Grove, Minn. were presented to Carol Pine and Bob M., respectively. important part of my ritual to spiritual care counselors at Hazelden’s July 24 Alumni Picnic in the Park St. Paul, Minn. reconnect and reground where Springbrook campus, co-facilitated The CARE Award stands for Consistent Activity in I got sober. It’s also important July 30 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. workshops. “Amazing” was the Recovery and Education in the field of addiction and Hazelden introduces alumni affiliation program consensus of participants. “Thanks so to me to bring my experience, Aug. 19–22 Cronin Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center recovery. Pine served as a Hazelden trustee from 1993 much for a very special time of growth Enhance your recovery journey as a Hazelden Fellow Travelers strength and hope — what Aug. 21 Alumni Picnic in the Park Chicago, Ill. to 2002 and board chair from 1997 to 1999. She is little I have — to the patients. I and fellowship,” one participant wrote. currently chair of the Hazelden Graduate School of Aug. 27 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. The next Coastal Recovery Retreat is Hazelden is introducing an affiliation program for alumni this always go to my reunion Friday, Addiction Studies Fundraising Task Force, charged September 3–5. Space is limited. summer called Fellow Travelers: Hazelden Alumni Sharing the Saturday and Sunday. Last time, Aug. 27–29 northwood’s Recovery Retreat grand Rapids, Minn. with helping Hazelden increase philanthropic support Call Debbie Voorhees at 503-554-4353 Hope of Recovery. The program offers a variety of benefits, however, my Higher Power had Sept. 3–5 Coastal Recovery Retreat Newport, Ore. for the school. She was recognized at the event for her to reserve your place. services and opportunities exclusive to Hazelden program alumni. different plans for me. Sept. 9–12 Promises Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center service as a role model, mentor, instructor and dear friend to many. Her active volunteerism continues to I woke up at 3:23 on Thursday Sept. 18 one Destination San Jose, Calif. “Fellow Travelers is meant to inspire, inform and engage our alumni in ways support Hazelden’s mission and the that help sustain and strengthen recovery,” says Lisa Reynolds, director of morning and couldn’t get back Sept. 16 rollin’ on the River St. Paul, Minn. recovery of others. Alumni Relations for Hazelden. to sleep. Walking the dog at Sept. 24 Fellowship after Fellowship st. Paul, Minn. about 5 a.m., I noticed a light The Ree Lasker Award is given each Hazelden is a lifelong partner in recovery with our alumni, explains Oct. 7–10 Jellinek Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center on in the home where I would year by Hazelden’s Alumni Relations Reynolds. The Fellow Travelers program celebrates that powerful relationship Oct. 15 Springbrook Fall Event Newberg, Ore. be leaving my dog. So I called office to an outstanding volunteer and helps alumni “further their recovery journey” by offering a variety of to ask if she could watch my Oct. 21–24 silkworth Unit Reunion Center City, Minn. — Renewal Center for special dedication to Hazelden’s Above top, Carol Pine received the CARE Award benefits and complimentary services exclusive to alumni. Fellow Travelers dog a day earlier. I didn’t know Oct. 30 Soberfest Chicago, Ill. mission. Ree Lasker was a much- from Hazelden president and CEO Mark Mishek; also provides alumni with opportunities to “light the path for others,” loved, 20-year Hazelden volunteer. Discounted products and services from other organizations, what I needed to do, but I Nov. 6 Outpatient Reunion above, Ree Lasker Award winner Bob M. is including the possibility to share personal stories of recovery through needed to go right away. As featuring William Moyers St. Paul, Minn. Above top, presenter Earnie Larsen is Bob M., the 2010 Ree Lasker Award congratulated by Mishek; left, Hazelden’s events Hazelden’s exclusive online Alumni Network and other venues. including: recipient, was recognized for his the morning wore on, a glow Dec. 5 Fellowship Club Open House st. Paul, Minn. — Fellowship Club shown with John S.; above, singer- and conferences director Patricia Broat and Sober Vacations International Anytime Fitness ongoing efforts to greet, welcome Fellow Travelers offers alumni a variety of benefits that can started in my stomach and the songwriter Sonia Lee performed songs chief medical officer Marvin D. Seppala, M.D., Snap Fitness 19 Dec. 10 Springbrook Holiday Bowl Tigard, Ore. and support visitors to Hazelden’s online communities, be accessed through program membership. To receive your intensity and depth grew and from her CD, Chance to Start Over. join in the festivities. Dec. 18 Cleveland Gratitude Gathering Chagrin Falls, Ohio including the Alumni Network site. Fellow Travelers membership card, contact Hazelden online Gold’s Gym grew until it occupied every at hazelden.org/fellowtravelers or call 877-429-5084. fiber of my being. When I got Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Chicago, Ill. Complimentary resources to the Hazelden unit, the first Please check hazelden.org/alumni for updates and additional events. Free and discounted resources and services guy I talked to happened to subscriptions to Hazelden print and e-newsletters PO BOX 11 alumni news & views SUMMER 2010 The following Fellow Travelers inspirational and educational resources and live just a few miles from my quarterly Hazelden Webinars featuring special guests Hazelden Alumni Referral Line benefits are available to help alumni further their recovery journey. home. Another guy happened PO BOX 11 informs readers of news, events If your address needs to be updated or removed Hazelden’s online Alumni Network to live in the same small town Hazelden launches free online substance abuse screening tool 877-429-5082 and people who can help build recovery. from the mailing list, please call 800-257-7800 Exclusive discounts or email [email protected]. and was leaving for home the >Hazelden Fellow Travelers — continued on page 2 Earlier this summer, Hazelden introduced About My Drinking, a free and confidential evidence-based online screening . Are you or a loved The mission of Alumni Relations is “to 50% discount on catalog and online orders of Hazelden Calls are answered 24/7 Hazelden next day at 6 a.m.! Had I arrived tool designed to help people assess their current level of drinking or other drug use. Available at hazelden.org, the enhance recovery in the lives of our alumni consumer published products About My Drinking site presents individuals with 18 questions about their drinking and other drug use and provides one in need of Hazelden treatment services? Alumni Relations BC 6 at my normal time on Friday, I and their families by providing opportunities 15251 Pleasant Valley Road, RC 1 20% discount on Hazelden’s Renewal Center programs would’ve missed the opportunity a personalized report within minutes. The confidential report indicates the individual’s level of risk and offers tailored Call now. This designated alumni line support including referral to a Hazelden licensed addiction for education, fellowship and service.” PO Box 11 20% discount at Hazelden campus bookstores to meet him and be of service to counselor, information on peer recovery support programs, provides quick and easy access to Hazelden’s Center City, MN 55012-0011 him upon returning home. Go and tools to start a self-directed Twelve Step program to admissions process, 24 hours a day. The personal stories of recovery included in this 888-257-7800, ext. 4366 address problem drinking or other drug use. newsletter are published with the written consent figure. I just smiled — big smile of those individuals. hazelden.org/alumni inside and outside. This is a “The screening tool provides a clear snapshot of an INSIDE THIS ISSUE Alum “pays it forward” by helping others heal individual’s alcohol use and provides options and detailed story about honoring the Higher clip and carry instruction for people who want to move toward a healthier 3 Regional Alumni Leadership Julie P. struggled during her teen years with drug addiction. Power in life. And Hazelden lifestyle,” says Jodie Carter, electronic product manager at Committees now forming She dropped out of high school, lived on the streets, happened to be the vehicle. Hazelden. hazelden.org 3 Lois J. is Chicago’s “Den Mom” and finally hit bottom when she was held hostage for three days “Of the over 20 million people who suffer with alcohol and other drug problems, only 1.8 million seek treatment,” 800-257-7800 — Hal S. said Kris Van Hoof, executive director of Media Ventures at Hazelden. “This easy and confidential tool allows anyone by her drug dealers. We invite you to call us with questions. 4 Online Alumni Network is the opportunity to find out whether they have a problem with alcohol or other drugs. We want people to feel secure in “I had no idea how to quit using,” Julie says. “But I was sick seeking a substance use assessment, and offering this assessment online is the best way to create access for those who We are available 24 hours a day. strong and growing and tired of being sick and tired.” might not otherwise seek help or support.” 4 News from around Hazelden Hazelden, a national nonprofit organization founded in 1949, helps people reclaim Hazelden locations Center City, MiNNEsota 5 Mailbox Nearing her 18th birthday, she entered Hazelden’s Center for their lives from the disease of addiction. Built on decades of knowledge and experience, PO Box 11 welcomes letters. To share a Chicago, Illinois Youth and Families—her second attempt at treatment. 5 Upcoming alumni events story or testimonial, or to offer an opinion, Hazelden offers a comprehensive approach to addiction that addresses the full range of NAPLES, FLORIDA please send your letters to Lisa Reynolds, Get alumni news via email patient, family, and professional needs, including treatment and continuing care for youth New York, New York and reunions “I wanted to get clean and I committed myself to my recovery,” Hazelden, RC 1, PO Box 11, Center City, MN Julie says. “That meant I had to shut my mouth and follow the To receive information about alumni activities via email, please send your email address to us at and adults, research, higher education, public education and advocacy, and publishing. Newberg, Oregon 6 Alive & Free brings inspiration 55012-0011 or to [email protected]. Plymouth, MiNNEsota rules, so I did. I made an effort to be open and honest. I completed [email protected]. Be sure to include your full name, mailing address, and email address so and renewal Julie P. is grateful for the opportunity to we can locate you in our database and add you to our email list. Many communications are now sent via email only. St. Paul, MiNNEsota aftercare recommendations, and I went to a halfway house.” help others heal.