The Opioid Crisis Action Network Recovery Fund (OCAN-RF) wrote a grant today to the New Beginnings Recovery Home in Ambler, PA on behalf of Chris Talese, pictured below, to cover his first month's rent and a separate smaller contribution to the home's food pantry. Chris posted a plea for financial support for rent at a recovery home on the Never Surrender Hope Facebook page last week. Heather saw it and messaged Chris. I spoke to Chris on the phone, met him at the home Tuesday, received a tour from a resident there, displaying what a clean, comfortable home it is, spoke to co-owner Tara Gaudioso, and learned about their rules, services and practices. Tara's brother Frank also interviewed Chris to make certain he is a good fit for the home. Most impressive is Tara's and Frank's commitment to their residents' participation in three intensive outpatient (IOP) therapy sessions per week, 2-3 hours per session, individual and group therapy. They also support those pursuing medical best practices medication - assisted treatment (MAT) regimes. Chris has a prescription for buprenorphine which has helped him stay sober for several months. Chris has had a difficult journey but is serious about his recovery and his goal is to be a model father to his daughters and friend to those in recovery. Please contribute so we can continue our mission to help those in recovery.

PayPal:

opioidcrisisactionnetwork@gmail.com

Venmo:

@OCAN-1

If you want to write a check, please make it out to OCAN

And mail it to:

PO Box 523

Bryn Mawr, PA 19010