12/24/2025
π£ Hello STR Family & Friends!
Just a quick update, STR will be closing at 5PM today, and will remain closed through December 25th. Weβll be back on Friday at our normal opening time of 9AM.
We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday and that you all travel safe if youβre heading out and about.
As we know, holidays can be especially challenging for folks navigating recovery or dealing with substance use, and some of our community members may be feeling alone or triggered during this time. If you or someone you care about needs someone to talk to, support is available β you are not alone, and itβs okay to reach out.
Here are some free, confidential resources that are available 24/7 while STR is closed for the holiday:
π SAMHSA National Helpline - ***Free***, confidential support and treatment referrals for mental health and substance use challenges. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
π 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline - Call or text 988 for trained, compassionate support.
π National Drug Helpline - 24/7 confidential support for drug & alcohol concerns: 1-844-289-0879.
π Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline ***Free***, confidential support for MA residents 24/7, including holidays.
π Support Groups β Groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Medication Assisted Recovery Anonymous (MARA), SMART Recovery, and other peer support options that have meetings both in-person and online (search locally or online).
If youβre feeling overwhelmed, need encouragement, or just want someone to listen, please reach out. Utilize your recovery skills and supports you've gained here with us at STR and phone a friend, attend a meeting, call a hotline. Remember, itβs strength to ask for help when you need it!!!!
Weβre thinking of you all and sending warmth, support, and care this holiday season. ππ
Gandara Center