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SAARA of Virginia is committed to the health and well-being of both staff and the individuals we serve. Due to the growing concerns and impact of the COVID-19 virus, SAARA is following the guidelines of trusted source.

SAARA will be closed for on-site services beginning Monday March 23rd, 2020 until further notice. SAARA's recovery groups are now available virtually via Zoom. For guidance using Zoom or to download SAARA's Zoom Group schedule click HERE. Click meeting ID links below to join meeting.

Mondays

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Letting Go

Meeting ID: 344-166-930

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Anger Management

Meeting ID: 914-828-744

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

All Recovery

Meeting ID: 439-474-312

Tuesdays

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Life Skills

Meeting ID: 662-552-568

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

All Recovery

Meeting ID: 813-022-092

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Early Recovery

Meeting ID: 887-411-834

Wednesdays

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wellness Recovery

Meeting ID: 704-962-219

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

MARS Recovery

Meeting ID: 293-441-730

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

All Recovery

Meeting ID: 396-982-504

Thursdays

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Addictive Thinking

Meeting ID: 164-345-373

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Wellness Recovery

Meeting ID: 728-900-431

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

All Recovery

Meeting ID: 192-402-103

Fridays

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

All Recovery

Meeting ID: 461-255-974

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Wellness Recovery

Meeting ID: 803-765-383

What is SAARA?

SAARA is the Substance Abuse & Addiction Recovery Alliance

About SAARA

The Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery Alliance (SAARA) of Virginia is a grassroots recovery community organization. We transform communities through hope, education and advocacy for addiction prevention, treatment and recovery. All friends of recovery are invited and welcome to join us. Our members include individuals in recovery from alcohol and other drug addiction, their families, friends and dedicated community supporters. SAARA promotes social, educational, legal, research and health care resources and services that support accessible, effective and accountable addiction prevention, treatment and recovery. Membership in the SAARA of Virginia statewide organization is inclusive of anyone who subscribes to the mission statement. In addition to our advocacy efforts we offer training's and group meetings at SAARA Center, located at our offices at 2000 Mecklenburg St. Richmond, VA 23223.

Mission

SAARA maximizes the power of the people to advocate for treatment and recovery in order to prevent the harmful effects of substance abuse upon families, businesses, and the community.

Vision

Our vision is a day when the stigma of addiction is eradicated and all who seek recovery will find it.

CRUSH STIGMA

"Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning, anyone can start over and make a new ending."

— Chico Xavier

Addiction Stigma

Addiction stigma is a negative belief or perception society holds against those with substance abuse history.

Destigmatize addiction by learning the appropriate terms. Click HERE to view the Addictionary™ provided by the Recovery Research Institute.

Impact of Stigma

Interferes with an individuals willingness to seek assistance

Negatively impacts ones self-esteem and mental health

Chronic stress from discrimination

Reduce the Stigma

Learn more about drug dependency

Offer kindness and support

Avoid hurtful labels

Remain judgement free

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Mondays

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

What is SAARA?

SAARA is the Substance Abuse & Addiction Recovery Alliance​

About SAARA

Mission

Vision

CRUSH STIGMA

"Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning, anyone can start over and make a new ending."

SAARA is the Substance Abuse & Addiction Recovery Alliance