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Oct 9

National Rally for Recovery: A Day of Inspiration and Unity

On September 21, 2024 , the recovery community united in Chicago for the highly anticipated National Rally for Recovery at the UIC...

Oct 8

We're Hiring: NIRCO Seeks a Program Coordinator

Job Title: Program Coordinator Location : NIRCO Recovery Community Center, Waukegan, Illinois Salary : $65,000 Employment Type :...

Oct 8

We're Hiring: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)

Location : NIRCO Recovery Community Center, Waukegan, Illinois Salary : $55,000 Employment Type : Full-time Reports to : Program Manager...

Sep 30

NIRCO Secures Grant Funding to Expand Warm Handoff and Recovery Support Services in Lake County

Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. Funds Program to Address Opioid Use Disorder Crisis Waukegan, IL , September 26, 2024— Northern...

Sep 3

NIRCO on WGN News: National Rally Hub in Chicago on Sept. 21st

As September marks National Recovery Month, Illinois is set to witness a landmark event that brings together communities, advocates, and...

Aug 27

Join Us for the Pre-Rally All Recovery Meeting & Social on Sept. 20th

As we gear up for the highly anticipated National Rally for Recovery, there's no better way to start the weekend than by coming together...

Aug 23

NIRCO Seeks Passionate Board Member for Secretary Position

Are You Ready to Make a Difference in Lake County? NIRCO, a leading recovery community organization in Lake County, IL, is seeking a...

Aug 23

NIRCO Hosts “Youth & Family Strategies to Wellness” Event on September 12th

NIRCO is excited to announce a special event focused on fostering wellness among our youth— Youth & Family Strategies to Wellness —taking...

Aug 23

Join Us: International Overdose Awareness Event, August 31st

🌍 Join Us for a Community Listening Event on International Overdose Awareness Day! 🌍 NIRCO invites you to a special event on Saturday,...

Aug 20

For Veterans & Families: Monthly Chat 'n Chew

NIRCO is thrilled to introduce our monthly Veterans Chat 'n Chew , starting on Monday, September 9th , from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM . This...

Jun 20

Saying Goodbye to Our Monday Peer-to-Peer Virtual Group - Last Day 6/24!

As we approach the end of our Peer-to-Peer Virtual Group sessions, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve...

Jun 14

Join Our Recovery Coach Training - Cohort 2 July 30th - Aug. 27th

We are excited to announce the second cohort of our Recovery Coach Training program at NIRCO! This comprehensive 5-week course, spanning...

May 24

Mark Your Calendars: Join Us for the Mental Health Wellness Summit on May 30th!

Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with NIRCO As May draws to a close, we invite you to join the Northern Illinois Recovery...

Apr 30

Urgent Community Alert: Protect Yourself from Fentanyl-Laced Drugs

In recent weeks, alarming reports have surfaced about a dangerous batch of drugs circulating in our community, which may be laced with...

Apr 17

Join Us for the Mental Health Awareness Summit This May at NIRCO HUB

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an essential time to shine a spotlight on mental health and wellbeing. In celebration and support...

Apr 17

Empowerment Through Education: Lunch & Learn on Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 25th

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a crucial time to foster awareness and strengthen the tools we use to combat sexual violence. To...

Apr 17

Celebrate Pride Month June 13th with LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Training in Lake County

June is internationally recognized as Pride Month, a time to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. This year, the LGBTQ+ Center of...

Mar 11

Join Us: Sept 21st for the IL National Rally for Recovery!

Please mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, 2024, as we come together for a powerful event to be part of the national recovery...

Feb 29

Self-Care Health Fair offers ways for people to get better; ‘There should be no stigma’

By STEVE SADIN | Lake County News-Sun PUBLISHED: February 5, 2024 at 12:37 p.m. | UPDATED: February 5, 2024 at 12:38 p.m. Mary Roberson,...

Feb 8

🎲 Join Us March 14th for 'Every Story Matters' with Dr. Sandra Adell! 🎤

📅 Date: March 14th, 5:30-7:30 PM 📍 Location: NIRCO Hub, 202 S. Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 Hey NIRCO community members, 🌟 Mark...