Alumni

What is the Alumni Program at Ivory Plains?

The alumni group is a free aftercare program offered to all clients who complete our programs. The purpose of the alumni group is to help maintain the fellowship they gain whilst in treatment.

In treatment, we have an extensive amount of accountability tied around us. When graduating and learning to navigate the world sober, it can, at times, feel overwhelming. The alumni support group is here to offer you a safe place to come back to and maintain fellowship and accountability.

How do I become an Alumni at Ivory Plains?

Once you have completed one of our treatment programs you are an alumnus of Ivory Plains Recovery Center!

What does Ivory Plains' Alumni Program offer?

Ivory Plains Alumni Program Offering:

Events and outings
Weekly meetings to stay connected (On Zoom and in person)
CaredFor App access to all alumni
Check-ins and support

Ivory Plains Alumni Program | Events and Outings:

It’s important to have fun in recovery!
Events such as bowling, bingo, trivia nights, and more!

Ivory Plains Alumni Program | Weekly meetings:

Weekly check-in meetings with the other alumni of Ivory Plains Recovery
Alumni speakers
Have the opportunity to share your experience.

Ivory Plains Alumni Program | CaredFor app:

Post about your recovery and life!
HIPAA-compliant app
Virtual community for the alumni of Ivory Plains Recovery Center.
Talk to staff members.
Track your sobriety.
And so much more!

Ivory Plains Alumni Program | Check-ins and support:

You’ll receive check-ins every so often.
Support is at the tip of your fingers- give your alumni coordinator a call!
Our group setting offers fellowship and accountability.

Meet Our Alumni Coordinator

My name is Kaylee, I am the Alumni Coordinator for Ivory Plains Recovery. My favorite quote is, “Growth is not linear” because it fits well with all that I do in my career and personal life.

I started in February 2024 to launch the Alumni program. I have worked in mental health for many years, and I am proud to offer a safe place for people to focus on their personal growth. My favorite part of this role is reaching out to alumni to hear how they are doing.

I love being able to see people work to achieve their goals and change their lives. When I am not working, I am very close with my siblings and family. I come from a very loud and big family, but we all try to prioritize each other. I am happy to be here and help you with your recovery in any way I can!

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Hear About Ivory Plains From Some Of Our Alumni.

No matter how mad you are at this place or yourself, don't leave. You will feel better in the morning.

Be patient. Work the program and get everything you can from Ivory Plains.

Stick to the program, trust the process. Stay focused and stay positive.

Keep positive, it will get better. Be yourself.

Dig deep and work hard, you are worth recovery.

Chill. Take in the environment around you. When you're ready to join the crowd, then that's when you're ready.

Do what you need to do for your recovery.

Stay open-minded and trust the process. Don't forget, one day at a time.

The first few days may be awkward, just get through it. You'll be glad you did.

Keep your head up and do the work.

Keep an open mind, give treatment a second chance if you feel like leaving.

Listen, Participate, Stay in Your Own Lane. Take the Trac9 seriously. It is a brilliant tool go help you face your triggers. Go to group. Be respectful. Peers are not your friends; they are strangers until you decide to make them your friends. Practice saying No.

Sober doesn't mean the end, it means you've just begun.

Stick with the herd. You'll do great if you do the work. Try to find new things to do! Staying and looking for all of the positives will make all the difference. Find people to talk to and to trust.

Stay a week before making impulse decisions, it will save your life.

When getting to treatment, find the one person you can share with and build a bond with. For me, it helped me get through the bad days.

It's okay to feel overwhelmed at first. Take things at your own pace. Share your thoughts in a group whenever you feel comfortable. Find a rhythm and routine for yourself, including time for your hobbies. Focus on what brought you to treatment and what you want to work on.

“Hang in there, it’s a little rough in the beginning but it gets easier every day. You’ll learn lots of tools on how to stay clean and sober. Go to groups and listen. You can do it, you took the first step by coming here. Everyone here is nice and friendly. You’ll make lots of new friends. The future is yours, make the best of it. Good luck and take on day at a time.”

“Love yourself enough to give sobriety a chance.”

“Do this for you. Do the work, get better, be happy again. You are worth it :)”

“Recovery is not a one size fits all. Always make sure to pray and reach out in both struggles and accomplishments.”

“Have a positive attitude, bad days are bound to happen. Talk, talk, talk, and let it all out. Talk with a counselor any chance you get, make friends with other clients. Take all the feedback and advice. Be strong!”

“Stick with the program. Learn from your peers. Understand that everyone faces challenges and one of the key points of being here is to learn coping skills to deal with it.”

“Chase after your recovery the way you chased after your addiction. Go to any length to stay clean/sober.”

“Be patient, easy does it. This program works if you open up and be honest. Being here is a big step. It shows you’re a warrior who isn’t ready to lose the battle. Keep fighting. You are worth it.”

"White knuckle it, stop and listen to what everyone has to stay. Just take it in.”

“Keep an open mind, have patience, there’s worse places you could be.”

“Be honest, try your best to keep a positive and open mind. Work your program.”

“Work on keeping on. One day at a time. Follow your dreams!”

“Trust the process. Be open-minded. Are you happy with your life, or do you want more?”

“Don’t knock it until you try it. Don’t be nervous and go for it. The only thing you get to change is everything, so do it.”

“Stick it out, one day at a time.”

“It can be nerve-racking to go to a place where you’re unsure of what to expect or what may happen, but the first step is calling and getting here. You may have struggles or difficult times, I won’t lie, but it’s worth it to be the best you that you can be. The staff at Ivory Plains is very caring, helpful, and professional. I appreciate everything that they’ve done for me and everyone here. I couldn’t have made it without them!”

“Stick it out, ask for help from staff or peers on stressful days. Participate in group.”

“Do not isolate. It’s a dangerous place to stay stuck in your head.”

“You get from treatment as much as you put into it. How bad do you want to change for good?”

“Concentrate on your recovery, don’t get lost in everyone else’s.”