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VARR

The Virginia Association of Recovery Residences(VARR) accredits recovery residences in Virginia. https://mailchi.mp/varronline/sign-up-for-the-varr-newsletter

VARR is dedicated to establishing a comprehensive network that delivers quality recovery support services to every Virginian.

09/03/2026

Today, we were able to deliver our first copy of Dr. Peter Coleman's "Complete Freedom from Opioid Addiction - A Guide from a Recovering Physician" to Our Community Home during their annual site visit.

VARR recently purchased copies of the book and were donated some by Dr. Coleman himself. Our goal is to get a copy on the bookshelf of every recovery residence in Virginia.

The bookshelf in a recovery residence is a sacred spot. It is a place where residents can rediscover reading and curiosity, explore resources, and embrace the gifts of recovery through written word. A single, powerful piece of literature on that shelf can spark a new journey and save a life.

Want to help put books where they’re needed? Donate or request books at drpetercoleman.com/donate-books

09/01/2026

Happy National Recovery Month!💜

In honor of recovery month, we would like to express our gratitude for all of the recovery residence operators in Virginia, including their staff, peers and residents. It is the communities you all create and the connections you forge that help to cultivate recovery throughout Virginia one day at a time.

08/31/2026

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) . Today we honor the 25th International Overdose Awareness Day.

For 25 years, International Overdose Awareness Day has brought people together to remember those we’ve lost and to take action to save lives.

Overdose continues to affect every community. Yet it can be prevented. Last year, VARR observed a decrease in overdoses within our Virginia network of accredited recovery residences.

All recovery residences that achieve VARR accreditation are required to have naloxone available in plain sight and accessible on every level of each residence.

08/16/2026

Join NARR on Friday, August 21 from 11am-12pm EST for the launch of Cultivating Community: Best Practices In Faith-Based Recovery, a new monthly webinar series hosted by the NARR Faith-Based Community of Practice. Register to attend at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uW_Gg18eT4umcd1xl8pnfw #/registration

NARR is honored to welcome as their special guest Dona Dmitrovic, Acting Director of the Office of Recovery at SAMHSA, who will be sharing her insights.

The NARR Faith-Based Community of Practice is a new official committee of NARR (https://narronline.org/) that champions best practices for recovery for faith leaders and communities, and hosts this webinar series.

In addition, Cultivating Community is sponsored by Fletcher Group (https://www.facebook.com/FletcherGroupInc).

This monthly webinar series takes place on the 3rd Friday of each month from 11am-12pm EST, and will feature national and regional leaders in the substance use disorder recovery space who will share their insights about recovery for persons of faith, faith leaders and faith communities and organizations.

NOTE: Registration is required for attending, so please register today at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uW_Gg18eT4umcd1xl8pnfw #/registration

08/13/2026

Over the past two days, VARR had the honor of attending and presenting at the VADOC ReEntry Summit.

As part of the "ReEntry Essentials" segment, Bob presented on VARR, the importance of recovery residences for individuals with substance use disorder, and how VADOC staff can navigate recovery residence referrals to find the best fit for the individuals they serve.

08/05/2026

Kathy and Don from Homebuddies pictured with Bob. Homebuddies was started in 2023 and serves men in the Woodbridge area of Virginia.

Our office has been working with Kathy and Homebuddies since they started in 2023 - it's been inspiring to watch the recovery residence evolve and grow. It's always a joy to witness an operator solidify roots, sustain and continue to provide critical recovery residence services to their community.

07/31/2026

We caught up with Chuck today for an on-site review, he is the Men's Program Director for the McShin Foundation. They recently opened a new men's recovery residence.

The McShin Foundation will be hosting their 22nd Annual Recovery Fest on September 19 from 12pm-4pm (details in the flyer).

07/29/2026

Throughout our years of accrediting Recovering Hands Women's Extended Care Center Substance Use Solution, they have been working hard towards opening their "Recovery Hall". This year that vision came to fruition - it is now open and functional with increased space for life skills development, peer support, yoga, events and more. Congratulations!💜

Located in Nathalie, Virginia, Recovering Hands is dedicated to providing support and residential extended-care to women suffering the effects of substance abuse.

07/22/2026

It's been a fulfilling past week traveling the state for on-site reviews. We even carved out some time to explore Virginia's Natural Tunnel State Park.

Let's take a look at the faces helping to ensure people in their community have access to quality recovery housing.

💜Dickenson County Recovery Inc. - Clintwood, VA
💜Russell County Recovery - Lebanon, VA
💜Higher Ground Women's Recovery Residence - Pennington Gap, VA
💜Recovery Resources - Duffield, VA
💜Strength In Peers - Harrisonburg, VA

07/17/2026

Congratulations Zoe Freedom Center 🎉💜

Located in Fredericksburg, they recently achieved VARR accreditation for the first time on a NARR Level 3 residence and a NARR Level 2 recovery residence that each serve women seeking recovery.

Zoe Freedom Center is a Christ-centered, nonprofit recovery organization dedicated to helping individuals find lasting freedom from substance use disorder through hope, healing, and community. Their residences provides a safe, substance-free environment where women can strengthen their recovery through peer support, accountability, life skills development, employment readiness, trauma-informed care, community engagement, and individualized recovery planning.

In addition to their recovery residences, Zoe Freedom Center serves both men and women through their Education & Resource Center, offering peer recovery support, recovery coaching, case management, support groups, family support, recovery education, referrals to treatment and community resources, and faith-based encouragement for those who desire it.

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8154 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA
23235

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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