A Way Forward
Removing barriers to recovery from substance use disorder.
No Insurance. No Fee. No Delay. No one left behind.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to smash barriers to recovery and create more access to comprehensive, evidence-based services focused on substance use and mild to moderate mental health disorders and create a community of belonging and healing in the St. Vrain Valley.
We envision eliminating substance use disorder in the St. Vrain Valley.
Catastrophic Effects of the Pandemic
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Increase in Anxiety Screenings
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Increase in Bipolar Screenings
%
Increase in Alcohol and Substance Use
Our Services
Veterans Group
Topics are broad including PTSD, anxiety, depression as well as alcoholism and addiction.
Recovery Groups
These are always evolving and never boring. AA, CODA, CA, LifeRing Secular Recovery, Red Road and more.
Intensive Outpatient Program
We offer an Intensive Outpatient Program using the Hazelden Betty Ford evidence based 12 Step Facilitation program.
Individual & Family Support
Peer support, life coaching, recovery coaching, licensed social worker counseling available
Mental & Emotional health
Sometimes it is not clear which came first, depression or substance use.
Self Esteem/ empowerment
Many of our visitors have experienced disempowerment in their lives through being economically/socially marginalized.
wellness & community groups
When dealing with substance use disorder a strong sense of community in of utmost importance.
harm reduction services
We receive regular shipments of NARCAN which is available to clients for free and offer free NARCAN training as well.
Access for All
We believe that everyone should have access to quality health care regardless of the individual’s race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or geographical location. This includes access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services for mental and substance use disorders.
Everyone is welcome and all services are at no cost to our clients
…but we happily accept donations.
Core Values
“I can do things you cannot. You can do things I cannot. Together we can do great things.“
– Mother Teresa
Trustworthy
Accountable
Compassionate
Respectful
Instill experience, strength, and hope
What our clients say
“A Way Forward has improved my sobriety and mental health. The huge variety of classes and services here are offered at no cost. It is a fun wholesome place full of camaraderie and true friendships. The success that A Way Forward help people achieve, builds productive members of the community. ”
Amanda L.
What our clients say
“I came here when I was at my lowest and found a safe space with dedicated, experienced peers. Now I am on the right path.”
Alex L.
What our clients say
“I found a community of Veterans at A Way Forward. At first I didn’t want to come because I thought everyone would hate me. But that is not the case – that is not what a community is.”
Odom D.
What our clients say
“At A Way Forward I have found opportunity for immense personal growth, a renewed purpose in life, and a deep sense of belonging. I have found not only a community, but a family. Now, I strive to give others what was so freely given to me by this amazing organization!”
Katie
What our clients say
“I really got a lot out of the codependency group.”
Nan M.
Call
Location
Longmont, CO 80501
info@awflongmont.org
