Caldwell County RESTART

01/15/2026

✨A milestone for Caldwell County ✨

Yesterday marked a powerful step forward for our community – Caldwell County officially held it’s very first Recovery Court session, and it went incredibly well.

Caldwell County RESTART is now collaborating with a new court within Caldwell County. Recovery court is more than a courtroom – it's a pathway to accountability, healing, and hope for individuals working towards recovery. Recovery Court provides judicial intervention, treatment, and intensive supervision in order to promote a recovery lifestyle and reduce criminal and substance use recidivism for citizens of Caldwell County.

This achievement would not have been possible without the collaboration and commitment of so many partners across our county. Our Recovery Court Coordinator has assembled an exceptional, multidisciplinary team that includes the judge, prosecutor, defense attorney, treatment provider, clerk’s office, probation and community partners who all share a belief in recovery-focused solutions. Together, with continued support from Caldwell County, community agencies, and dedicated individuals, this collaborative effort represents a shared commitment to creating meaningful, lasting change within our county.

We are very proud to have Josh Carden, a peer support specialist with RESTART, serving as the peer for Recovery Court. His lived experience, compassion, and ability to connect with participants is already an invaluable part of this program, helping to foster trust, accountability, and hope throughout the recovery process.

A very special acknowledgement goes to our Recovery Court Coordinator, Brittany Williams, who is housed within RESTART. This program was truly built from the ground up through her dedication. Over the past year, she has poured countless hours into research, policy and procedure development, logistics and even spent time observing Recovery Court in surrounding counties to ensure this program was done thoughtfully and with integrity. Her passion, persistence, and belief in recovery have been the foundation of this success.

We are incredibly proud of this moment – and even more excited for what’s ahead. Recovery Court represents hope, second chances, and a community willing to invest in people.

This is just the beginning. 💜

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from RESTART ✨🎄

Wishing our community, partners, and the individuals we serve a Christmas filled with peace, hope, and connection. Thank you for being part of the work we do all year long. ❤️

12/08/2025

🎉Help Us Wish Our Peer Support Specialist, Steve, a Happy Birthday!🎉

Today we are celebrating Steve! He isn't big on recognition, but he absolutely deserves it. He is our definition of "tough love" in all the best ways.

His honesty, grit, and heart for the people we serve make a real impact every single day. Our team, and our community, is stronger because he is in it.

Join us in wishing Steve a happy birthday! We hope today brings him at least half of the good he puts into the world. 💚

11/26/2025

From all of us at Caldwell County RESTART, Happy Thanksgiving!!

We will be closed November 27th and 28th and will resume normal operations on Monday, December 1st! Wishing everyone a safe, warm, and gratitude-filled Thanksgiving.

11/18/2025

✨ Project Kindness Outreach Day✨

Today our RESTART team was honored to spend time out in the community for our Project Kindness event. Thanks to the incredible generosity of local community members, we were able to hand out care packages filled with essentials, along with donated winter clothing items to help our unsheltered neighbors stay warm as the colder months move in.

We connected with new faces and reunited with individuals we haven't seen in a while-sharing conversations, encouragement, and genuine fellowship.

Our team also provided harm reduction supplies along with overdose prevention education, making sure everyone has access to tools that can help keep them safe.

We're grateful for every donation, every conversation, and every person we met today. Kindness truly goes a long way and today our community showed up in a big way. 💙

11/11/2025

11/09/2025

We are close to completing our Project Kindness bags, and we need the community’s help to finish strong. This Friday, November 14th is the final day to donate items. Every small item can make a big difference to someone facing the cold season without shelter.

Thank you for helping us show kindness in action.

10/04/2025

We are hiring! Caldwell County RESTART is hiring a PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST! Visit our website to learn more about each position and apply today at https://www.caldwellcountync.org/435/Employment.

09/12/2025

Recovery is more common than many people realize — and every story is a reminder that healing and hope are possible. Together, we can continue breaking stigma and supporting those on their journey.

09/11/2025

Be like DoodleBob!! Carry Narcan. Save a life!💛

Overdose? Nehoy Minoy! 🚫💀Carry Narcan.
DoodleBob is not doodling around. He ALWAYS carry’s Narcan. 💛

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 We remember 9/11 🇺🇸

Today we pause to honor the lives lost, the survivors, and the countless heroes who answered the call on September 11, 2001. We also recognize the resilience of our nation and the strength that comes from supporting one another through tragedy.

As a team dedicated to hope and recovery, we are reminded that healing is possible, even in the face of unimaginable loss. May we continue to lift each other up, serve our community, and never forget the sacrifices made.

We remember. We honor. We stand together.

09/09/2025

💜 Recovery strengthens families, rebuilds trust and creates hope for the future! Recovery is something we do TOGETHER! 💜