Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Josh Burke and Jonathan Riley of People Engaged in Recovery (PIER) to discuss their mission in the Wiregrass community. Burke, program director at the Dothan office, explained that PIER is a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals suffering from substance use disorder.
All staff members are Certified Recovery Support Specialists (CRSS) who draw on their own long-term recovery journeys to guide others.
The organization provides services such as intake assessments, state resource connections, and free transportation to certified treatment facilities.
Burke emphasized that PIER meets people “right where they are,” empowering them to pursue recovery through compassion and collaboration.
PIER is also bringing the community together through upcoming events. On August 26 at 5 p.m., the Dothan office will host International Overdose Awareness Day, featuring OD2A, Narcan training, guest speakers, and refreshments.
Then, on September 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., PIER will hold the Run for Recovery at Taylor Park with a $35 registration fee, bounce houses, food trucks, live music, and guest speakers.
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