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WE eXIST tO pROVIDE PEER RECOVERY SPECIALISTS WITH THE TOOLS TO HELP OTHERS tHROUGH RECOVERY SUPPORT.

By providing resources to those seeking sustainable recovery, we are able to help them achieve lasting sobriety and live a better life.

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OUR STORY

Founded in 2025 by AJ Llona and Jeremy Nordstrom, Direct Recovery Support was created from a need for more accessible resources for people in recovery. Created by people in recovery, for people in recovery — we believe in the power of lived experience. At Direct Recovery Support, we provide support to the people who dedicate their lives to supporting others. We see that ripple effect in our community every day.

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Outdoor community event with a peer recovery specialist booth.
Peer recovery specialist and Direct Recovery Support team with donated toys.

Our mission is to provide resources and support to people navigating addiction, walking with them through the obstacles they may face on their path of recovery.

Our programs are centered around one-on-one peer recovery services and resources, built to promote sustainable recovery from substance use and addiction, and to meet people wherever they are on that journey.

Our vision is to work alongside other recovery organizations to provide resources across the state of Minnesota, helping countless people find sustainable recovery through all pathways to recovery.

Direct Recovery Support team and recovery community walk along a road for Walk for Recovery.

MISSION

VISION

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Peer recovery specialist at a Direct Recovery Support event.
Peer recovery specialist at a community outreach booth.
Peer recovery specialist team at a Direct Recovery Support event.

OUR VALUES

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Empathy and Respect

We treat all individuals with compassion and understanding.

Inclusivity

We offer a safe space for individuals from all backgrounds.

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Collaboration

We work together with individuals in recovery, families, and community partners for holistic support.

Integrity

We uphold transparency, trust, and accountability in all our actions.

OUR APPROACH

Recovery looks different for everyone. At Direct Recovery Support, we believe in meeting people where they are because there is no single path to lasting recovery. Whether through professional treatment, 12-step programs like AA or NA, SMART Recovery, medication-assisted treatment, or another approach entirely, we support the journey that works for you.

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