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100% Hope: Every Dollar’s Purpose in Supporting Recovery
Every dollar donated to our mission goes directly toward creating tangible support for individuals and families impacted by substance use.
Rebuilding Together: How WakeUp Carolina’s Community Empowers Recovery
Over the years, we’ve seen countless individuals and families rebuild their lives, supported by the strength of people who understand, uplift, and walk with them every step of the way.
Why Conversations Matter: The Power of Open Dialogue in Recovery
At WakeUp Carolina, we’ve seen firsthand the impact of one conversation on someone’s life—turning a moment of struggle into a breakthrough, a feeling of isolation into one of support.
Conversations, Community, and Hope: Join Us for the 8th Annual Giving Breakfast
WakeUp Carolina is thrilled to announce our 8th Annual Giving Breakfast, where we’ll celebrate resilience, connection, and hope under this year’s theme: Conversations, Community, and Hope.
Substance Use in Youth: How Statistics Drive Prevention in Schools and Families During Red Ribbon Week
As we observe Red Ribbon Week, a dedicated time to raise awareness about the dangers of substance use, we turn our attention to a critical issue that affects our youth: the rising rates of substance use and drug-related fatalities among young people.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with WakeUp Carolina: “Remembering, Celebrating, Connecting”
Join us on November 2nd, from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, for WakeUp Carolina’s inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration, presented by Healing Hearts Gathering. Held in the beautiful courtyard of our Mt. Pleasant office, this special event is an opportunity to remember loved ones, celebrate their lives, and connect with our community in a meaningful way.
From Tragedy to Prevention: What Drug Fatalities Teach Us About Early Intervention During Red Ribbon Week
As we observe Red Ribbon Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of substance use and celebrating the lives of those affected, it’s essential to reflect on the powerful lessons learned from drug-related fatalities.
Mapping the Crisis: Geographic Trends in Charleston’s Drug-Related Deaths
By analyzing overdose data by zip code, we can identify geographic trends that help pinpoint where resources and prevention efforts are most urgently needed.
The Power of Numbers: Understanding the Trends Behind Charleston’s Drug-Related Fatalities
Through data analysis of overdose demographics, we can uncover crucial insights about the populations most at risk, informing targeted intervention strategies.
Turning Data into Action: How Drug-Related Death Statistics Shape Our Community Response
Thanks to our partnership with the Charleston County Coroner’s Office, we have access to vital statistics on drug-related death to serve as a roadmap for shaping our prevention and recovery efforts.
Announcing the Rebranding of “Living With Loss” to “Healing Hearts Gathering” at WakeUp Carolina
we are excited to announce the rebranding of our grief support group from Living With Loss to Healing Hearts. This change reflects our renewed commitment to fostering hope, optimism, and emotional well-being for individuals navigating the deep and complex emotions of grief related to the impact of substance use.
How My Substance Use Affected My Parents’ Relationship: A Journey of Strain, Conflict, and Healing
My parents have been together since they were fifteen years old. Before I started experimenting with substances, they rarely ever disagreed on anything. Once I first started to get “into trouble” for drinking or smoking pot was the first time I saw them having to try to get on the same page…
The Ripple Effect of Self-Centered Fears: From the Individual’s Point of View
By understanding the self-centered fears that drive an individual’s substance use and actions, they can take responsibility for their impact on family, and friends. Recovery isn’t just about getting the individual better; it’s about healing the relationships that have been damaged along the way.
Living in the Shadow of Opioid Use: A Sibling’s Journey Through 15 Years of Struggle, Boundaries & Hope
I have countlessly journaled my thoughts, feelings, and concerns I wish I could say aloud regarding my sibling and their substance use… always privately, never publicly.
Beyond the Parental Unit: The Ripple Effects of Substance Use on Siblings, Extended Family, and Friends
Substance use is never just an individual struggle; it reverberates through the lives of everyone close to the person affected. Siblings, extended family members, and friends, also experience significant emotional and psychological challenges.
A Father’s Journey Through His Daughter’s Substance Use: Finding Strength & Unity
As I sit down to write this, I can feel the weight of my experiences pressing against my chest. It’s a burden I’ve carried for far too long, one that has reshaped not just my relationship with my daughter but also with my other children and my wife.
Divided We Fall: How Substance Use Can Fracture Parental Unity
We’ve witnessed how a child’s substance use can drive a wedge between parents, fracturing what was once a united front. Maintaining a united front is crucial for navigating the challenges of a child’s substance use. Here are some strategies that can help.
The Hidden Wounds: Moral Injury and Its Role in PTSD and Substance Use Disorder in Veterans
For many military veterans, transitioning to civilian life presents a unique set of challenges. Among the most profound are the psychological wounds that may not be immediately visible, such as moral injury.
Two Paths, One Purpose: How National Suicide Prevention Month & Recovery Month Intersect
These two observances might seem distinct at first glance, but they are deeply intertwined, particularly when it comes to the overlapping challenges of mental health, substance use disorder (SUD), and suicide.
The Family Mirror of Substance Use
Written from the experience and observations of Rhett Crull, Certified Addiction Interventionist.
Modern Rendition of Chapter 8 – “To Wives” from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous
This is a modernized rendition of Chapter 8, originally titled “To Wives.” This version has been revised by WakeUp Carolina to include all individuals who can be impacted by a loved one’s substance use.
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Health experts, recovery organizations fear ‘frightening’ rise in S.C. opioid overdoses
July 30, 2020
Wakeup Carolina officials have reported that requests for their services have tripled since March.
'WakeUp Carolina' receives increase in calls for treatment during pandemic
According to Mary Catherine Manning, a recovery coach at Creighton’s House, all-recovery meetings are now virtual.
Berkeley County holds first community Narcan distribution and training session
“A lot of people don’t know what Narcan is or what it’s used for,” said Nate Lyles.
