“Being Here Gave Me That ‘Sky is the Limit’ Attitude”
Parris got to the point where “enough was enough” and he reached out for help at Guiding Light.
Recovery
Hold Still & Be Set Free
We often try to avoid the things that make us feel uncomfortable: topics, ideas, or actions that might take us to a scary and vulnerable place, such as DEATH.
The Harsh Reality of Recovery
The harsh reality of addiction is that many do not make it to recovery. Many simply do not get it, many die, many move on, struggling to cope by substituting one addiction for another.
I Went in to Give This My All | Andy Bob’s Story
Andy came to Guiding Light with nothing to lose. His addiction burnt every bridge he had, and he wanted to prove that nothing could change him.
Celebrating Recovery
We look for ways to celebrate the movement and transformation of the men who are living a new way in this world.
Chaz and Jerry | Welcome to Iron House
Iron House consists of five buildings of two-bedroom apartments capable of housing over 40 graduated clients of the Guiding Light Recovery program.
Expectations at Iron House
Although Iron House offers clients a significant degree of independence and dignity, it is still expected that they follow certain guidelines.
Blessing Esther’s House
Over the past year, Guiding Light has reflected on how best to serve the needs of our changing community, and we are excited to announce plans to expand our life-saving recovery program to include the women of Grand Rapids.
Recovery Housing For Women
In the waning days of 2022, Guiding Light signed the ink on the purchase of two homes to provide sober living to women in the Grand Rapids area.
Blessing Ruth’s House
We are honored to name one of our Women’s Recovery homes after long-time Guiding Light Spiritual Director Kare Ruth Devos.
