The Jackson Area Transportation Authority announced TRUE Community Credit Union’s donation of $2,000 to provide bus passes to residents of Andy’s Place, a revolutionary recovery housing project in Jackson that addresses substance abuse recovery holistically.
Andy’s Place provides long-term care for individuals struggling with opioid and other substance abuse disorders. The recovery housing development consists of 50 low-income units with permanent supportive services for people recovering from addiction and their families. Research has shown that a key component to successful recovery is the restoring of families and the program provides the opportunity to keep families together in a safe environment.
“This support comes with a grateful heart and a heavy heart,” said Chrissy Siders, President & CEO of TRUE Community Credit Union. “I lost my sister, Loralee, to drug and alcohol addiction just two years ago. She was a bright light in a dark world, and I only wish she could have found recovery in the way those who experience Andy’s Place do. We stand alongside Andy’s Place to be a strong voice in our community, to have a listening ear, and to create a community that is healthier, more understanding, and more educated on the impact of addiction on families and communities.”
“On behalf of JATA and our Board of Directors, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to TRUE Community Credit Union for their generous donation. This invaluable support not only aids Andy’s Place residents on their path to recovery but also underscores the significance of community and compassion in the battle against substance use disorder. TRUE CCU’s commitment to our community is truly commendable, and we are honored to have them as partners in this journey towards a healthier and brighter future for Jackson,” said Michael Brown, Executive Director of JATA.
Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV News.
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