Recovery Friendly Workplaces

23 m

Americans are in recovery

$3,200

average annual cost savings for employers when employees get effective substance use treatment

$536

average annual healthcare utilization savings for employees without an untreated substance use disorder

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Overview

Every day, individuals with substance use disorders and those in recovery face challenges to maintain health and well-being. Community connections, including access to stable jobs, steady paychecks, and supportive workplaces help sustain recovery.

Recovery Friendly Workplaces (RFW) in Marinette County is an initiative for local employers to better understand policies and practices that can help make a work environment supportive for recovering individuals. RFW offers evidence-based information for Marinette County employers who want to make foundational changes to the way they hire, engage with and support employees living with or seeking recovery from substance abuse.

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Whom We Serve

Employers wanting to foster recovery-friendly workplaces

Business leaders wanting to support employees in recovery

Ways We Help

Conduct workplace assessments

Offer training and education programs

Develop customized recovery-friendly implementation support

Provide ongoing support and resources

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How It Works

We assess

We evaluate current workplace policies and identify areas for improvement.

We teach

We provide training for employers and employees on substance use disorders and recovery support.

We implement

We develop and integrate recovery-friendly policies and practices.

We support

We provide ongoing support and resources for maintaining a recovery-friendly environment.

Success & Impact

Supporting Recovery and Reducing Stigma: The Impact of Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Recovery Friendly Workplaces enhance employee well-being and contribute to overall organizational success, demonstrating the value of investing in recovery-friendly initiatives.