Community Partnerships

Since 2019, community partnerships have helped Awaken Recovery Foundation provide women with recovery housing and support in Cambridge, Maryland. We work alongside organizations that share our commitment to women’s well-being, connecting residents with resources and opportunities that support their recovery. We’re grateful for the relationships that strengthen our work and the community around us.

Choptank Arts & Culture Exchange

Support from the Choptank Arts & Culture Exchange through its Choptank500 grant helps us offer weekly Art Night at Awaken Recovery Foundation. These gatherings give women time to explore their creativity, try something new, and connect with one another in a relaxed, supportive setting.

Through individual projects and shared creations, residents have opportunities for self-expression and can contribute artwork that makes our houses feel like home. Art Night is a valued part of our community, offering space for conversation, enjoyment, and connection.

We’re grateful to CACE for supporting the women we serve and expanding access to arts and culture in Dorchester County.

United Way:
Lower Eastern Shore

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore helps us provide safe recovery housing and essential support services for women. We’re grateful for their sponsorship and shared commitment to strengthening local communities and supporting women’s recovery, stability, and well-being.

Mariah's Mission

We are honored to partner with Mariah's Mission, a foundation dedicated to bringing clothes and bikes to people in recovery, helping to remove some of the barriers individuals face.

This partnership enriches our commitment to holistic healing by offering practical support and educational resources.

Together, we create a community of hope and change, empowering individuals to overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

Wayne State University

We partnered with Wayne State University on their innovative project, “Contingency Management for Recovery Activities at Recovery Houses.”

This collaboration focused on enhancing recovery outcomes for residents by integrating contingency management, a proven approach that uses positive reinforcement to encourage and sustain healthy behaviors.

Mid Shore Community Foundation

Support from Mid Shore Community Foundation helped us establish a new recovery home, expanding housing opportunities for women. We’re grateful for their partnership and commitment to safe, supportive housing and essential recovery services in our community.

Mid Shore Behavioral Health

Mid Shore Behavioral Health has been a valued community partner since Awaken Recovery Foundation’s early days. Our ongoing collaboration supports our work to provide women with recovery housing and practical support on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. We appreciate their commitment to the women we serve and to strengthening recovery resources in our community.

National Alliance for
Recovery Residences

Awaken Recovery Foundation is committed to the nationally recognized standards established by the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR). These standards promote safe, ethical and supportive recovery housing grounded in accountability, community and respect for each person’s recovery journey. Following this framework helps us provide women with a stable, home-like environment where they can strengthen their recovery and build the skills needed for long-term independence.

Maryland Department of Health: MCORR Level II

Awaken Recovery Foundation is proud to operate Maryland-certified Level II recovery residences. This certification reflects our commitment to providing women with safe, structured housing, peer support and connections to the resources needed for lasting recovery and independence.

Maryland Non-Profits

We are proud to be a member of Maryland Nonprofits, a statewide network dedicated to strengthening nonprofit organizations through education, advocacy and valuable resources. Their support helps us grow responsibly and expand our impact for women and families affected by substance use disorder.

Nutrition in Recovery,
Dr. David Wiss

Through our partnership with Nutrition in Recovery, residents receive evidence-based education developed by Dr. David Wiss on the connection between nutrition, mental health and recovery. This approach helps women make informed choices that support their overall well-being.