The right souls do not abandon each other.
They do not wane when the weight of existence presses heavily upon them or retreat when the path grows uncertain.
In its mercurial nature, life will summon storms, unravel certainties, and test the fortitude of even the strongest bonds—but what is true does not fracture. It bends, it endures, it remains.
There will be days when laughter spills like sunlight, effortless and golden, and nights when silence lingers like a question waiting to be answered.
There will be missteps, long shadows, and moments where the distance feels vast. But even then, in the fragile quiet, hands will reach, and hearts—though weary—will find their rhythm once more.
Love is not a construct of perfection but the relentless decision to stay, see, and understand.
It is a vow not bound by fleeting ease but by the unwavering choice to stand in the storm rather than seek shelter elsewhere. It does not demand the absence of struggle but rather the presence of grace within it.
So let time shape us; let the world shift as seasons change.
What is real does not erode beneath the tides of uncertainty.
It does not yield to passing tempests. It transforms, it deepens, it remains—because love, in its highest form, is not about holding on out of fear of loss but about choosing, again and again, to walk the path together, wherever it may lead.
- Katie Kamara
About Recovery
You Are Not Alone
At Community of Understanding Peers (CUP), we believe recovery is not just possible — it’s powerful, life-changing, and worth fighting for together. Addiction and mental health challenges touch every community, but so does hope.
Recovery By the Numbers
In 2023, over 60,000 incidents of domestic violence were reported in Tennessee alone — many linked to addiction and untreated mental health struggles.
More than 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only about 10% receive treatment.
People who engage in peer support programs like SMART Recovery are twice as likely to maintain long-term sobriety.
Family support programs like CRAFT increase the likelihood of a loved one entering treatment by up to 64%, compared to only 30% with traditional interventions.
Source: Tennessee Bureau of Investigation | SAMHSA | National Institute on Drug Abuse
How You Can Help
Join a Support Group
Whether you’re in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, our SMART Recovery and Family & Friends groups help you build practical skills and connect with people who understand.
Volunteer Your Time
Become a trained facilitator, help organize events, or share your lived experience to inspire hope in others.
Spread the Word
Talk about recovery, share resources, challenge stigma, and encourage loved ones to reach out for support.
Donate or Partner
Your donations help CUP provide free resources, training, and peer support to individuals and families who need it most.
Helpful Links
SMART Recovery — Science-based mutual support for individuals overcoming addiction.
Family & Friends Program — Tools for loved ones based on the CRAFT model.
SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Find local treatment providers and resources.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 for free, 24/7 mental health support.
Join Our Community
Recovery is stronger together. When you join CUP, you become part of a safe, understanding community that believes in your potential — and in second chances.
Attend a Meeting — In-person or online.
Sign Up for Updates — Get recovery tips, event news, and inspiring stories.
Volunteer — Make a difference in someone’s life — including your own.
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Together, We Recover
Recovery happens one step, one goal, one story at a time. With CUP, you don’t have to do it alone — because community changes everything.