A Way Out

As a result of our ongoing efforts, many who are motivated to change and who want help can find it.

We provide resources for clients: which includes addiction assessments, treatment solutions, peer recovery support, family support groups, therapy for family members, and financial aid to motivated alcoholics, addicts and their families. A Way Out is a non-profit organization based in the Western Slope of Colorado that provides counseling referrals, addiction assessments, solution oriented programs, and financial aid to motivated alcoholics, addicts and their families. A Way Out’s focus is to support residents of Pitkin, Eagle and Garfield county, who are unable to secure an appropriate level of care to overcome their addiction(s). We focus on providing the expertise and accountability necessary to empower men, women and teens in these counties with addictive behaviors to thrive in recovery. A Way Out was formed to help people who cannot seem to break the addiction cycle and who truly want to find a new way of life. The organization is comprised of caring individuals committed to helping people find a full life in sobriety.

01/28/2026

Join us for a fun winter evening outside under the stars! Everyone is welcome, whether this is your first or 100th time on skis, or if you’re just looking for a fun, supportive way to get outside.

🗓 Saturday, February 7, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Snowmass Recreation Center
2835 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO 81615

What to Know:
❄️ Boots, skis and poles are provided free of charge
❄️ No experience required
❄️ Rides available from down valley if needed
❄️ Bring a Headlamp if you have one (we can provide one if you don’t!)

What to Wear:
🧣 Warm clothes, including an under layer
🧤 Ski pants and jacket
🧦 Warm socks
🧢 Gloves/mittens and a hat or head covering

RSVP (free!):
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd13j2wRk7o6vPz83aGbr25n8r1n6rWMOp-KZMJsonzW8yGTA/viewform

We can’t wait to ski with you ✨⛷️

01/27/2026

Your perspective matters in shaping the future of mental health support in our communities. Share your unique experience with us no later than February 7 to help guide the work ahead. English and Spanish versions available.

www.prcsurvey.com/begin/AspentoParachute2026

Tu perspectiva es importante para dar forma al futuro del apoyo a la salud mental en nuestras comunidades. Comparte tu experiencia antes del 7 de febrero para guiar el trabajo que viene. Versiones disponibles en inglés y español.

www.prcsurvey.com/begin/AspentoParachute2026

01/21/2026

A Way Out was formed in 2013 to provide treatment scholarships and aftercare support to those trying to break the addiction cycle. Since then, our caring staff have helped thousands of individuals and their families live healthy, whole, and fulfilling lives in recovery.

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, please reach out to us for support. We’re here to answer your questions, offer guidance, and provide financial support for vetted in-patient and out-patient treatment programs and sober housing.

Email us at director@awayout.org to get started.

01/20/2026

Join us Tuesdays for a Free Online Support Group for individuals and families with loved ones who are struggling with substance use and mental health challenges.

Each session is led by a Certified Addiction Therapist and includes:
🌻 Education and tools for navigating your loved one’s challenges, including identifying enabling behaviors and setting healthy boundaries
🌻 Coping strategies for managing the emotional impact on you and your family
🌻 Mutual support from others who understand what you’re going through
🌻 Resources for family members of all ages, including children
🌻 A safe, confidential space to share, learn, and grow

You don’t have to navigate the pain and uncertainty of a loved one’s substance use or mental health disorder alone.

We’re here to provide you and your family with the tools and support you need to understand the complexity of addiction, rebuild trust, and begin your own healing process.

📞 For more information, call our Peer/Family Support Coordinator, Karlynn, at 970-404-2933.

01/15/2026

From scholarships for inpatient and outpatient treatment and sober living, to referrals to trusted programs and providers, to personalized aftercare support, sober events, and family support groups, we’re here to help individuals and families in crisis with drugs and alcohol begin the path to long-term recovery.

If cost, access, or fear of judgment have held you back in the past, please know that caring support is just an email away. Many of our team members have lived experience with a Substance Use Disorder, giving them a unique understanding of–and compassion for–your situation.

📩 Email us to start getting the support you need and deserve: director@awayout.org

01/14/2026

In partnership with Katz Amsterdam Foundation, Aspen Community Foundation is conducting a mental health survey to improve the quality of life in your community. This is a data-driven approach to understanding our community’s needs, mental health and necessary substance use support.

This anonymous survey is available in both English and Spanish and is only open for a limited time, so click the link today.

www.prcsurvey.com/begin/AspentoParachute2026

Your participation in this crucial survey helps to progress mental healthcare across the valley.

En colaboración con Katz Amsterdam Foundation, Aspen Community Foundation está realizando una encuesta de salud mental para mejorar la calidad de vida en tu comunidad. Este es un enfoque basado en datos para comprender las necesidades de la comunidad, la salud mental y el apoyo necesario en el uso de sustancias.
Esta encuesta anónima está disponible en inglés y español y solo estará abierta por tiempo limitado, así que haz clic en el enlace hoy.

www.prcsurvey.com/begin/AspentoParachute2026

Tu participación en esta encuesta tan importante ayuda a impulsar la atención de la salud mental en todo el valle.

01/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Carbondale Clay Center this weekend!🏺

We’re so grateful to The Carbondale Clay Center for hosting us and to everyone who showed up with a lighthearted attitude and willingness to try something new. Every event reminds us of how thankful we are for our resilient recovery community, and we can’t wait for more fun events in 2026 (more details coming soon)!

01/08/2026

We can’t wait to host our first peer support event of the new year, and you’re invited!

Join us at the Carbondale Clay Center this Sunday for a fun afternoon of Wheel Throwing, where you’ll learn the basics of handmade pottery, connect with others in the recovery community, and tap into your creative side in a relaxed, welcoming space.

Workshop Details:
🗓 Sunday, January 11th
🕞 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Carbondale Clay Center | 135 Main St. Carbondale, CO 81623
✨ Open to all A Way Out clients. No experience needed. All materials provided.
🌻 This event is free, but space is limited. Be sure to RSVP (below)!

‼️ Update: The workshop is now full, but our waitlist is open!

Join the waitlist: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf18lNdQPUclosLuElJ6fRX0QH6YNTYsEXioZzWlDhE0tIXZw/viewform

01/07/2026

If you or someone you love is ready to take the next step toward healing and long-term recovery, we are here to support you and your family.

We offer:
🌻 Scholarships for treatment and sober housing
🌻 Peer support events and family support groups
🌻 Referrals, assessments, and aftercare guidance

Recovery IS possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.

📩 Email us to get started: director@awayout.org

01/06/2026

Meet our Executive Director, Becky!

Becky is a Certified Addiction Specialist with more than 13 years of experience supporting individuals and families across the Roaring Fork Valley. She excels at building strong partnerships with local and national providers and guiding AWO clients and their families through the recovery process—offering clarity, reassurance, and education along the way. Becky leads the team in connecting clients to appropriate treatment facilities, securing scholarships, and coordinating comprehensive aftercare.

Becky’s own recovery journey began in 2011, giving her a unique perspective and understanding that enhances her ability to support others seeking recovery. Congratulations on almost 15 years of sobriety, Becky!

Outside of her role at A Way Out, Becky is also a certified yoga teacher and enjoys walking her dog and spending quality time with her family.

We’re so lucky to have Becky leading our team—and so are our clients!

01/01/2026

If you're ready to take the first, or next, step on your recovery journey, we’re here to help.

At A Way Out, we support individuals, teens, and families across Western Colorado with:
🌻 Scholarships for inpatient and outpatient treatment and sober housing
🌻 Free substance use and mental health assessments
🌻 Referrals to trusted programs and providers
🌻 One year of personalized aftercare support
🌻 Free peer support and sober community events
🌻 Family counseling and support groups (in English and Spanish)

If cost, access, or uncertainty have held you back, please know that guidance and support are just an email away.

Let 2026 be the year you say yes to a new life of long-term recovery 💛

📩 Email us to get started: director@awayout.org

01/01/2026

Join us for our first event of 2026!

We’re partnering with Carbondale Clay Center to host a creative afternoon of Wheel Throwing! This event is open to all A Way Out clients and provides a fun opportunity to learn the basics of handmade pottery and express your creativity.

🗓 Sunday, January 11th, 2026
🕞 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Carbondale Clay Center | 135 Main St. Carbondale, CO 81623

RSVP (free): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf18lNdQPUclosLuElJ6fRX0QH6YNTYsEXioZzWlDhE0tIXZw/viewform

Address

Carbondale, CO
81623

Telephone

+19703404505

Website

http://www.awayout.org/

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