activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 14
- Adolescent Support GroupsProvides solution-focused support groups for adolescents ages 12–17 to replace harmful behaviors with healthy alternatives.
- Mobile App for Program Management and Impact Measurement Parent & Student Information PortalsProvides a mobile app for parents and youth participants to complete paperwork and surveys, gathering real-time insights to measure impact and identify areas for growth.
- Newcomer Meeting Program Youth Recovery Support GroupsOperates an 8-week "newcomer" meeting program for individuals new to The FullCircle Program, focusing on early recovery and challenges of youth sobriety.
- Ongoing Recovery Support Program Post-Program Aftercare SupportProvides ongoing support for approximately two years, including regular meetings, events, and check-ins, culminating in a formal graduation ceremony after 18-24 months of participation.
- Ongoing Support Program Post-Program Aftercare SupportProvides ongoing support for approximately two years, including regular meetings, events, and check-ins, culminating in a formal graduation ceremony after 18-24 months.
- Parent Support GroupsProvides weekly parent support groups to help families navigate early recovery, offering resources and guidance for healthy family solutions.
- Parent Support Groups and ResourcesProvides weekly parent support groups to help families navigate early recovery, offering resources and guidance for healthy family solutions. This includes individual meetings with parents during the first 90 days of their child's recovery and a weekly parent newsletter.
- Peer-Led 12-Step Based Support Groups for Teens and Young Adults Youth Recovery Support GroupsOffers peer-led 12-step based support groups twice weekly for teens (ages 12-17) and young adults (ages 18-25) to support sobriety, emotional coping, independence, and recovery growth. This includes an 8-week newcomer program for those new to recovery.
- Peer-led Support Groups Youth Recovery Support GroupsOffers peer-led 12-step based support groups, weekly sober social events, individual staff guidance, and parent support for teens and young adults.
- Regional Drug and Alcohol Support Groups Substance Use Disorder TreatmentOperates drug and alcohol support groups for teens and young adults in multiple locations, including Chandler, AZ; Boulder, CO; Centennial, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; Denver, CO; Windsor, CO; Overland Park, KS; Pleasant Valley, MO; and Charlotte, NC.
- Safe Space for Youth Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportProvides a safe, welcoming space during the week for young people to socialize, study, or relax without substance-related pressures.
- Sober Social Events and ActivitiesOrganizes weekly sober social events every Friday and Saturday, as well as annual events like campouts and beach trips, to help youth build sober friendships and engage in fun activities. An additional hour and a half after meetings is provided for participants to socialize and connect.
- Social Events for ParticipantsHosts sober social events every Friday and Saturday for substance abuse support group participants, including annual events such as campouts and beach trips.
- Young Adult Support Groups Youth Recovery Support GroupsOperates 12-step based support groups for young adults ages 18–25 to support sobriety, emotional coping, independence, and recovery growth.
capacity building · 2
- Internship Program for Youth in Recovery Youth Workforce Development for Foster AlumniOffers a structured internship program for young people who have participated in FullCircle or similar youth recovery programs.
- Structured Internship Program Youth Workforce Development for Foster AlumniOffers a structured internship program for young people who have participated in FullCircle or similar youth recovery programs.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Alumni-led mentorship and career development alumni_led_mentorshipThe organization employs program alumni as staff to leverage their personal recovery experience, fostering authentic connections and providing mentorship. It also offers an internship pipeline with specialized training to develop alumni into full-time staff, ensuring alignment with national standards and a cycle of giving back.
- Early Engagement Assessment and Referral early_engagement_assessmentThe organization assesses young participants' commitment to recovery early on to guide them towards effective program utilization. For those not serious about change, the organization refers them to higher levels of care, ensuring resources are directed to individuals ready for recovery.
- Early engagement assessment and referral for higher care early_assessment_referralThe organization assesses young participants' commitment to recovery early on to guide them towards effective program utilization. For those not serious about change, the program facilitates referrals to higher levels of care, ensuring resources are directed to individuals ready for recovery.
- Family-Centered Recovery and Parental Involvement family_centered_recoveryThe organization engages families in the recovery process by requiring parental involvement, offering weekly parent/guardian meetings, individual parent support, and coordination with external providers. This strategy supports parents in learning tools and setting healthy boundaries first, enabling them to invite their young person to join the program when ready.
- Family-centered recovery with parent-first engagement family_centered_recoveryThe organization engages families in the recovery process by requiring parental involvement, supporting parents in learning tools and setting healthy boundaries first, and coordinating with external providers. This approach aims to accelerate change and enable parents to invite their young person into the program when ready.
- Holistic Recovery Skill-Building and Mentorship holistic_recovery_supportThe organization provides holistic recovery tools and resources, including content related to music, breathing exercises, and diet changes, to support individuals on their sobriety journey. This approach emphasizes meeting social and emotional needs, empowering young people with accountability, honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness through peer and staff mentorship, and fostering a community of spiritual growth.
- Holistic and empowerment-based recovery support holistic_empowerment_recoveryThe organization provides holistic support by addressing the social and emotional needs of young people, empowering them to take ownership of their recovery. This includes offering various recovery tools and resources, emphasizing accountability, honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness, and fostering a community of spiritual growth and personal responsibility.
- Peer-Led 12-Step Recovery Model peer_led_12_step_modelThe organization utilizes a peer-led 12-step based model, providing age-specific meetings for teens and young adults, to build connection, accountability, and hope in recovery. This approach incorporates the concept of a higher power of individual understanding and is supported by alumni staff who leverage their personal recovery experience.
- Peer-led 12-step based recovery support peer_led_12_step_modelThe organization utilizes a peer-led 12-step model, including age-specific meetings and sober social events, to build connection, accountability, and hope, and to provide a structured pathway for recovery from substance use and mental health issues. This approach emphasizes the concept of a higher power of individual understanding and leverages the lived experience of peers.
- Wraparound and Long-Term Community Support wraparound_support_modelThe organization implements a wraparound model that integrates with and strengthens existing community programs, providing long-term, no-cost community support to sustain recovery and promote youth-driven prevention. This includes coordinating with external providers and offering referrals for more intensive care when necessary.
- Wraparound and long-term community support wraparound_support_modelThe organization implements a wraparound model that integrates with and strengthens existing community programs, providing long-term, no-cost community support to sustain recovery and promote youth-driven prevention. This includes coordinating with external providers and offering referrals for more intensive care when necessary.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Internship Pipeline
Structured internship program for program alumni to gain hands-on experience in youth recovery work, with potential pathway to full-time staff roles
Newcomer Program
Eight-week staff-facilitated program for new participants focusing on early recovery challenges, building confidence, and integration into the FullCircle community
Parent Support
Weekly support groups and individual guidance for parents of youth in recovery, offering tools, resources, and community during the first 90 days and beyond
Sober Social Events
Friday and Saturday night events designed to meet social and emotional needs of youth in recovery, providing fun, connection, and relapse prevention in a substance-free environment
Teen Support Groups
Weekly 12-Step based groups for adolescents aged 12–17 focusing on replacing harmful behaviors with healthy alternatives through peer and staff support
Young Adult Support Groups
12-Step based support groups for individuals aged 18–25 to build sobriety, emotional coping skills, and independence within a peer community
relationships · 2
who they work with
- Parent Support Group Partner — Shares weekly event details to keep families informed.
- existing community programs Partner — Collaborates with existing community programs by providing wraparound support to strengthen their services.