National Online
Recovery Day
September 22
September 22 is National Online Recovery Day, a campaign to raise awareness for online treatment of substance abuse. It is the first national health awareness day focused on the benefits and advantages of telehealth services for any health issue.
Do you have a drinking or drug problem?
Make the first move toward your recovery.
Explore online therapy, digital support groups, and virtual communities.
Check out this list of free online AA and alternative support group meetings.
Stories of Freedom in Recovery
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Ben Moroski
Ben Moroski is an L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award-nominated writer and actor. His plays have garnered numerous awards. His first L.A.-produced play, This Vicious Minute, recounted his years-long battle with self-injury after being raised in a cult. Upcoming roles include short films which he wrote and produced, both of which shed light on the current state of the American mental health care system. Hear more of his story here.
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Kerry Andre
Kerry Andre grew up in a rural farming town. With alcoholism and her father’s opiate use running rampant in her family, Kerry’s exposure to addiction started young. Three kids and 4 DUI’s later - Kerry finally got the help she needed to start on her recovery journey. She now lives a life in sobriety and has the love and support of an incredible partner. Hear more of her story here.
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Jessica Buch
Jessica Buch is a model and student; she has been the face of Pantene and Covergirl. Jessica is currently an undergrad student studying pre-med. She recently came out publicly as Intersex, and is now an Intersex advocate. Jessica spends her time studying, and hanging with her dogs, boyfriend, and friends. Hear more of her story here.
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Andre Roberts
Andre Roberts is a Personal Trainer and Tennis Instructor in Beverly Hills. He was born and raised in Milwaukee in a single-parent household. He experienced ongoing trauma as a child, as well as intense prejudice and racism. Andre’s experiences served as fuel to his alcoholism and drug use. Andre is about to celebrate having 8 years of sobriety, and is engaged to a beautiful woman, Patty, who inspires him every day. Hear more of his story here.
- Download our toolkit HERE
- Spread the word
- This year, Lionrock zeros in on college campuses and aims to shine a light on how universities can create recovery-ready environments for sober and sober curious students. Join the conversation by creating your own National Online Recovery Day event and sharing it on social media using the hashtag #RecoveryReady
- Share your own recovery story
- Download the free eBook
- You Are Not Alone: How to get your life back when there is a drug or alcohol problem
Get Involved
National Online Recovery Day was created to highlight the importance of online treatment and long-term recovery support programs for the over 25 million people living in recovery and the 20 million people struggling with substance use disorders (SUDs).
Here are just a few of the ways you can get involved:
- Host your own National Online Recovery Day event
Facts About Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Substance use disorder (SUD) is an illness.
SUD is widespread. SAMHSA’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health, reveals 20.7 million Americans, or approximately 8 percent of the U.S. population - need substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.
Only 4 million people (or 19 percent of those with SUD) receive treatment.
People with untreated SUD are twice as likely to be admitted to emergency departments as people who do not have the disorder.
Untreated SUD often leads to an occurrence of chronic health conditions and poorer health outcomes for individuals.
SUD is an epidemic. The number of alcohol-related deaths in the United States more than doubled from 1999 to 2017 (the latest year full data is available).
According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, in 2017, more than 70,200 people died in the United States by overdose.
In 2017 alcohol played a role in 2.6% of all deaths in the United States.
At work, the impact of lost productivity due to SUDs has been projected to be $180 billion annually.
The Facts
Facts About Online Recovery
Telehealth is one of the most effective ways to reach and treat people with SUDs. It’s also one of the most effective ways to support life in recovery.
Online recovery is affordable. Even for people without health insurance, private pay packages are available that fit most budgets.
Online recovery is private. People can seek and receive HIPAA-compliant treatment from the privacy of their homes.
Online recovery is flexible. There is no need to build in commute time and it allows for appointments at any time of day.
Online recovery is preferred by many. Fifty-two percent of people in treatment who attended in-person meetings pre-COVID say they will only attend online meetings when restrictions are lifted.
Learn more about Substance Use Disorder. Listen to The Courage to Change Podcast.
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National Online Recovery Day was started by Lionrock, the leading telehealth provider of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery services in the United States. Lionrock provides evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders, at the Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient levels of care, including medication-assisted treatment, and continuing care. Lionrock is accredited by the Joint Commission.
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Every year, at least 17 million Americans who need help with a substance abuse problem don’t get it. Why? Largely because of the shame and stigma associated with substance use disorders (SUDs) and the perception that treatment is inaccessible. On September 22nd, National Online Recovery Day reminds us that quality substance abuse treatment and recovery support is available entirely online – offering the highest level of privacy and accessibility, in order to reach the millions of people who really need it.
Today’s telehealth technology offers the ability to treat all sorts of ailments. Mental health issues, including SUDs, can also be effectively treated and managed online. Not only is it convenient and usually covered by insurance, but private sessions via telemedicine ease the burden of the stigma, while offering quality therapy and treatment options.
The medical community continues to prove that telemedicine provides quality care. The benefits of the service are mounting beyond privacy and convenience, too. Telemedicine also:
Reduces costs to patient and provider
Creates access for rural communities
Promotes better patient engagement
Increases the reliability of access, including support groups
When patients have more options and dependable care, they are more likely to keep appointments and continue treatment. Today’s world is significantly altering our access to medicine and therapy. Through online treatment and life-long digital support communities, the possibility of successful and sustained recovery for 17 million people becomes a reality.
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Explore online therapy, digital support groups and virtual communities as your next step in treatment. September 22nd offers an ideal opportunity to share your experience with online recovery. When sharing resources, be sure to include online resources including Lionrock’s treatment programs, peer support groups, or 2023 National Online Recovery Day Toolkit. #NationalOnlineRecoveryDay reminds us that there are options for getting treatment and continuing your sobriety journey, no matter what the obstacles are.
According to the Alcohol Rehab Guide, roughly 20 percent of college students meet the criteria for having an alcohol use disorder, affecting millions of students every year. That’s why Lionrock is zeroing in on college campuses to shine a light on how universities can create recovery-ready environments for sober and sober curious students. Join the conversation by creating your own National Online Recovery Day event and sharing it on social media using the hashtag #RecoveryReady.
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Lionrock founded National Online Recovery Day in 2020 to raise awareness of this beneficial approach to living a life in recovery. Lionrock uses technology to stay connected to its clients and makes it easier and more private to not only get sober but maintain sobriety through a robust online support system called Lionrock.life. Their fully online services are successful, too. A recent study reported 80% of Lionrock’s clients remained abstinent at 18 months after discharge from treatment; that’s twice the national average.
Online recovery has been and continues to be the most private and successful way to get help with substance abuse. In fact, half of Lionrock clients say that they would not get help in a traditional setting if there were no online options.
On July 15, 2020, the Registrar at National Day Calendar proclaimed National Online Recovery Day to be observed on September 22nd, annually.
