Author: latahrecoverycenter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 3, 2025
Contact:
Darrell Keim, Executive Director, Latah Recovery Center
latahrecoverycenter@gmail.com

Gordon Hedenstrom, President of WRCC Board of Advisors
gjheden@msn.com

Whitman Recovery Community Center Launches in Pullman to Support Addiction and Behavioral Health Recovery
PULLMAN, WA – A new chapter in recovery support begins with the launch of the Whitman Recovery Community Center (WRCC), a safe space for individuals recovering from substance use and behavioral health challenges. The WRCC will offer recovery coaching, peer support, and access to resources such as educational and social groups.
This initiative is a part of the Latah Recovery Center, a nonprofit with over 10 years of success in Moscow, Idaho, and is funded by a startup grant from the Washington State Healthcare Authority Clubhouse & Peer Run Program.
Temporary Location and Hours
The WRCC will be temporarily housed at Real Life Church on Grand Avenue in Pullman. The center will open on Monday, February 17. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and walk-ins are welcome. Plans are underway to establish a permanent location in Pullman, with the goal of expanding operating hours to better serve the community.
Services Offered
• Recovery Coaching: Personalized, one-on-one mentoring from certified recovery coaches and trained volunteers with lived recovery experience.
• Resource Referrals: Centralized access to recovery-related services, including treatment programs, housing assistance, employment support, and healthcare resources in Whitman County.
• Life Skills Workshops: Practical training on budgeting, resume writing, suicide prevention, stress management, and more.
• Harm Reduction Services: Non-judgmental support, including HIV/HCV testing, naloxone distribution, overdose prevention education, and connections to health and recovery resources.
• Community and Social Activities: A welcoming environment where individuals can build connections with peers who share similar experiences. Activities include coffee hours, mutual aid meetings (AA, SMART Recovery, etc.), yoga, and other wellness-focused gatherings.
Community-Driven Effort
“Our Moscow effort has served as a catalyst for bringing a wide range of recovery resources to the community,” said Darrell Keim, Executive Director of the Latah Recovery Center. “We hope the new Pullman center will do the same, creating a healthier, more connected community.”
A group of dedicated professionals and concerned citizens began meeting over a year ago to establish the WRCC, recognizing the lack of recovery community centers in southeast Washington. This volunteer-driven initiative aims to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals on their recovery journey.
Leadership and Job Opportunity
Megan Guido, a longtime Pullman resident with extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, has been appointed as the interim director of the WRCC. The Advisory Board is conducting a search for a permanent director. Interested candidates can access the job description at http://www.latahrecoverycenter.org starting Feb. 11.