Addiction Treatment and Recovery Resources
ALUMNI PROGRAM
A Lifetime of Support
At St. Gregory Recovery Center, we believe that recovery is a lifelong journey that extends far beyond the completion of our residential treatment program. To support our guests in maintaining their sobriety and continuing their personal growth, we offer a comprehensive Alumni Program designed to provide ongoing support, resources, and community. Our Alumni Program ensures that once you leave our care, you remain connected to a network of peers and professionals dedicated to helping you sustain your recovery and live a fulfilling life.


Staying Substance-Free Without Treatment
Wanting to live substance-free is the dream for many people who visit Iowa for recovery services, but deciding and sticking to that wish is the most powerful and personal step

Reasons to Choose Recovery Before Rock Bottom
You might think the only requirement for entering residential treatment in Iowa for substance use disorder (SUD) is reaching your lowest point. But you never need to wait to hit

Tips for Building a Substance-Free Social Life
Perhaps you can’t see it right now, but you’ve come a long way and you deserve recognition. It takes resilience to begin a life without substances. Recovery is no small

Recognizing Hidden Triggers in Your Environment
The triggers that can threaten your recovery aren’t always obvious. The biggest dangers can be subtle, like quiet feelings, old habits, or familiar places that stir something inside you before

A Guide For Dating Someone in Recovery
Dating someone who’s in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) can be a beautiful, rewarding experience, but it also comes with a degree of responsibility and accountability. If your partner

Mocktails that Satisfy: Alcohol-free Drink Alternatives
Social pressures and other common triggers are abundant during the summer months of warmth and relaxation. Many outdoor gatherings in the summertime commonly have alcohol present, which can be a

CARED FOR APP
About the CaredFor App
CaredFor is our secure, online platform that allows our alumni to connect, engage, and support one another, while also staying in touch with St. Gregory Recovery Center. Inside CaredFor, alumni use a personalized dashboard that tracks sobriety time, provides articles and resource material, and provides support from recovery experts, including those at St. Gregory Recovery Center.
Getting Started
Use of the CaredFor app is free for alumni and can be accessed on most wireless devices. To get started, text “SGRC” to “30678” or look for it in your app store.