BOISE, Idaho — Boise Rescue Mission Ministries honored the graduates of their addiction recovery program for 2024 on Friday evening.
Eight men and women who graduated from the New Life Program, a one to two-year addiction recovery program, were honored at the Ten Mile Christian Church. The Boise Rescue Mission Ministries (BRMM) said the graduates are "ready to face their future with confidence and determination."
“The annual graduation is an incredibly important even, as it represents a new chapter of life to the graduates.” Rev. Bill Roscoe, CEO of the BRMM said. “Each of them has overcome addiction and developed new life skills that will help them remain drug or alcohol free, hopefully for the rest of their lives. We look forward to remaining a part of their lives, watching them succeed and assisting them as necessary along the way.”
The program started in 1996, and it provides resources through Christian teachings to help those struggling with addiction live sober lives. BRMM states, 397 people have graduated from the program since its creation.
According to the organization's website, the program is completely free for participatants due to it being funded by donations.
Those who are struggling with addiction call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which is available 24 hours a day.
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