Donnie: Challenged by a Life of Love, Loss & Redemption
This past February 9, Donnie celebrated six months of sobriety, and now spends much of his time researching employment options.
Recovery
Celebrating One Year
On March 1st, Guiding Light Recovery alumni Shawn, Andy, Allen, Ryan, Mike, Doug P. and Doug Z. had a chance to formally celebrate reaching one year of sobriety.
Eric: A Chronic Relapser Builds the Life He’s Meant to Have at Guiding Light
Eric ventured in and out of detox and rehab centers and medical centers, fighting an addiction to alcohol that he traces back to early high school years.
Moving on up at Iron House
On January 28th, Guiding Light celebrated the opening of a newly purchased property to supplement our Iron House program.
The Best Chance at Staying Sober
To us, a client is not a number, a metric, a statistic, or a paycheck; he is a human being that has fallen down and is worthy of God’s grace.
Guiding Light Celebrates Opening of Sixth Iron House for its Growing Addiction Recovery Program
Guiding Light will celebrate the opening of its sixth Iron House this month as two of its clients move into the sober-living apartment building in the City of Kentwood.
Erik and Brandon: Next Steps After Iron House
On Saturday, Iron House residents and former Guiding Light Recovery clients Erik and Brandon packed their belongings for the next step in their journey, moving to their own place.
“You Have No Idea What You’re Capable Of”
On Friday, the men of Guiding Light Recovery sat down together in the chapel of our Heartside facility for their weekly house meeting.
Integrating Two Souls Into One: DJ Reconciles Abuse, Addiction in Recovery
DJ’s life was consumed by addiction to alcohol and drugs. After enrolling in Guiding Light’s Recovery Program, he achieved sobriety and found stable employment.
Alcohol is Only the Symptom: Mike Finds Spirituality, Acceptance Through Guiding Light Recovery
Mike first came through the doors of 255 Division Ave. S. on April 18, COVID-19 still raging through West Michigan.
