My name is Haley, and I am a beautiful soul living in active sustained recovery. I began my self-discovery in September of 2021. During my time in residential treatment, I was provided information for Advocates for Recovery Colorado (AFRC). The day I got out, I drove straight to Montrose to meet with a coach. She told me she believed in me and said that I was worth it. That evening, I attended my first All Recovery Meeting. That is where I found my true purpose. I was later invited to participate with AFRC in the Montrose Parade of Lights where my kids could attend with me. The spark inside of me ignited and my journey began.  

The best thing about living in recovery is being able to give back to my community and all the beautiful friendships along the way. Being a part of the solution is what I live for.  

I became a Peer Recovery Coach in the Delta/Montrose area in November 2022, a dream come true.  I am active in my community, serving as Alumni for 7th Judicial District Treatment Court and organizing monthly recovery prosocial events for Drug Free Delta County. 

When I'm not at work doing what I love, I'm out there being a mom, my biggest accomplishment and joy in life. I'm a wrestling, soccer and football mom today because I chose to live in recovery and be fully present not only for myself but for my children and grandchildren.  

Recovery has taught me that I no longer need to resort to unhealthy coping mechanisms when faced with life's challenges. In June of 2023, my family experienced the sudden and unexpected loss of my husband, a hardship I could have never seen coming, nor known how to process the grief. Recovery has empowered me to choose to love and to heal myself by reaching out and staying connected as I navigate a life without my loving husband, and bonus father of my children with us.  

My goal is to open a sober living one day here in my community and continue spreading hope and being that true example of hard work and dedication.  

Be the change you wish to see in this world.