Women in Recovery Knitting for Recovery
Knitting is the simplest and most ordinary of activities, yet somehow it contains within itself the potential for expanding our conscious awareness. Sue Lyons
Knitting in Recovery – One Stitch at a Time is a 501(c)3 non profit outreach program dedicated to teaching knitting to those recovering from substance abuse or other self destructive behaviors.
Another tool to aid in our own healing……
We knit and crochet blankets, shawls, scarves, hats and more, to those much less fortunate than ourselves.
Our affiliations are Prototypes, Turning Point Foundation, Ojai Valley Alano Club and others in the Ventura County area. New to our knitting program is Ribbons of Life, dedicated to helping breast cancer survivors.
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Hey! That’s amazing! I’m a social service worker and I’ve been in the field for a short time. I’ve been knitting like crazy and always thought I could combine both my passion into one awesome project, such as this. Where are you guys located? I live in Vancouver, BC. Anyways, congratulations on this great project.
Hi Raquel!
Nice to hear from you!
We are located in Ojai California, serving all of Ventura County and growing:-)
It would be wonderful if you would like to start a group in Vancouver. I can help set you up!
It’s amazing how our lives can come together, our passions and purpose.
Love
Lise
Hey Lise!
I know! I thank the internet for that! So many opportunities here to connect and grow together! I would love to start something like this in a little while (I’m quite busy now with work and setting up my knitting online store!). I’ll keep in touch and you can explain to me how it all works!)
Thanks for the quick answer. Great blog btw!
Love
Raquel
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I am trying to start knitting groups in my local area (Bedford in the UK) aimed at the elderly and then branching out to those recovering from illness/addiction. It is a little bit of a needle in a haystack task as I am coming up against many disbelieving faces. Thank you for giving me hope that there are people who understand out there!
I am so glad you are starting your own group in Bedford, and would be happy to help you!
I have created a “Start your own Group” package for people to do this in their local town, a guide, how to, and information on all the benefits knitting and crocheting has for your health.
Let me know if you would like this!
Yes Please!! That would be so helpful. Have you come across Betsan Corkhill from Stitchlinks. She is the UK expert on knitting for therapy.