Let’s start with the numbers: as of February 2018, 17,258 people have been part of Faces and Voices of Recovery’s programming since July 2013. 7,516 family members have participated in its Healing Families Program in that same time. And FAVOR has provided 40,000 hours of recovery coaching.

That’s where their program differs from others that deal with addiction. FAVOR isn’t a rehab or an AA meeting. Their goal is to debunk the “myths” and misconceptions surrounding addiction and recovery and offer a more personalized service.

FAVOR sees themselves as “a recovery-oriented sanctuary” for Greenville. That means there’s no pressure when you walk in to commit to any programs or meet a certain criteria – you could just have a conversation about whether you might be struggling with addiction, or how to approach a family member who is.

Recovery coaches are with you through whatever path you decide to take, offering advice + helping you find the resources you need. You might have no idea how to find a rehab facility, or family members might need guidance in how to help. FAVOR is designed to be your support system, answering every question and pointing you in the right direction.

Want to get involved? You can volunteer with FAVOR (or train to become a recovery coach) or donate (they’re a 501(c)(3) nonprofit + need funding to hire 10 additional recovery coaches to serve 600 more people).

And their Operation Rescue hotline is available 24 hours a day for anyone, individuals or family members, who needs guidance or has questions.

You can also learn more about FAVOR at Executive Director Rich Jones’s talk “Art of Recovery: What Is the Solution?” on June 20, at their center (355 Woodruff Rd).

Or hear straight from Jones himself (he's known for his "car rants" speaking plainly + frankly about the truths of addiction):