At Flagler OARS, we believe that recovery and support start with community connection. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to join us for the 988 Awareness Walk on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM. A Community United for Mental Health This meaningful event brings our Flagler community together to raise awareness about the […]
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Pam Birtolo, founder and outgoing Executive Director of Flagler Open Arms Recovery Services (Flagler OARS), is proud to announce the appointment of Brock Birtolo as the organization’s new Executive Director as of September 1, 2025. Since launching Flagler OARS in 2019, Pam has led the nonprofit in building a recovery-friendly community across Flagler County, finding
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September is National Recovery Month—a time to spotlight hope, support, and the reality that recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is possible for everyone. At Flagler OARS, we see this truth every day: recovery isn’t just getting by, it’s getting your life back. Recovery Month’s theme, “Restoring Every Aspect of Life (REAL),” captures
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Monday 8/18/25 📍 A&S Hardware Store (1044 CR-305, Bunnell, FL) ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Bunnell Pharmacy (703 E. Moody BLVD., Bunnell, FL) ⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 St. John Homeless Coalition (63 Chapin St., St. Augustine) ⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 St. Johns Food Pantry (12 Madeore ST,
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Stop by and see us this week at one of our many community outreach locations this week: Monday 8/11/25 A&S Hardware Store (1044 CR-305, Bunnell, FL) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Bunnell Pharmacy (703 E. Moody BLVD., Bunnell, FL) 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM St. John Homeless Coalition (63 Chapin St., St. Augustine) 9:30 AM
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Our team is out and about in your community, making it easy to get free Narcan – the life-saving medication for opioid overdose – and connecting you with certified recovery peer specialists and vital resources. Check out where you can find us this week! Monday 8/4/25 A&S Hardware Store (1044 CR-305, Bunnell, FL) 10:00 AM – 2:00
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Recovery from substance use disorder is not a journey meant to be traveled alone. At Flagler OARS, we understand that the path to long-term recovery requires more than individual determination—it demands a community of understanding, compassion, and shared experience. The Power of Peer Connection Peer support represents one of the most powerful tools in the
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We’re out in the community again this week, bringing vital recovery support, free Narcan, and resources for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) directly to you. Our Certified Recovery Peer Specialists (CRPS) are ready to provide same-day referrals and confidential guidance. Together, we can end the stigma and champion recovery! Monday, July 21st Tuesday, July 22nd Wednesday, July 23rd
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Recovery from substance use disorder is a deeply personal journey, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one. At Flagler OARS (Open Arms Recovery Services), we believe in the transformative power of peer support – a revolutionary approach that’s changing how we think about recovery in Flagler County and beyond. Understanding Peer Support Peer
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