Cenikor Foundation’s Youth Recovery Community (YRC) program will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. as part of the grand opening of its community center at 1205 Highway 123 Ste. 102.
State Senator Judith Zaffirini, PhD. will be the featured speaker. The public is invited at no cost to attend. The event opens with a proclamation from Sen. Zaffirini to commemorate the grand opening. The community center welcomes 13-21 year olds in recovery from substance use disorder. Its mission is to create a safe environment that instills friendship, fun and education. The YRC program empowers participants to become engaged in their community while promoting leadership, teamwork and a lifestyle free from substance use.
“Maintaining sobriety is difficult, and relapse is common, but no one has to do it alone,” Cenikor Senior Prevention Manager Carla Merritt said in a statement. “Every young person is worthwhile, so we are here to offer attention, support and acceptance.”
