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Lunch & LifeSkills:
Starting May 17, 2025, Northern Illinois Recovery Community Organization (NIRCO) is launching a transformative new offering through its...
6 minutes ago


"Mommy & Me" Recovery Education Series
Hosted by NIRCO and Readjust Your Crown: Healing the Mother-Child Bond: “Mommy & Me” Recovery Series Let’s stop pretending pain only...
13 minutes ago


Honoring a Legacy of Love and Servic
With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of our dear Program Manager, Debra D. Lewis, who passed away on April 28, 2025. Debra D. Lewis was...
Apr 30


Lake County In-Person ROSC Council Meeting.
Every step toward wellness is a declaration that we will no longer stay silent. The Lake County ROSC Council's Walk Towards Wellness is...
Apr 30


Women's Round Table Discussion
We invite you to become part of a vibrant community where ideas flourish, collaboration is encouraged, and every voice is valued. By...
Apr 11


NIRCO Advocates for Prioritizing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in HHS Reorganization
Dear Community Members, Government Officials, and Stakeholders, Northern Illinois Recovery Community Organization (NIRCO) strongly...
Mar 31


NIRCO’s Involvement in the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Initiative: Building Recovery and Reentry Support Systems
The Northern Illinois Recovery Community Organization (NIRCO) is proud to be a vital part of the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3)...
Mar 28


Book Club
Warm Handoff Five-Week Series The Warm Hand Off Book Club is an engaging and transformative space designed to explore themes of love,...
Mar 11


Wellness Wednesday
Join us for the Wellness Wednesday: Women's Health event in honor of Women's History Month! Take advantage of free health screenings,...
Feb 26


Celebrate Women's History Month with NIRCO's "HerStory in the Making" Event on March 15th.
Join us on Saturday, March 15th, from 10 AM to 2 PM, at the NIRCO Hub, located at 202 S. Genesee St., Waukegan, IL 60085, as we honor the...
Feb 19


Introducing NIRCO’s Justice Impacted Families Project: Supporting Families, Transforming Lives
NIRCO is proud to announce the launch of the Justice Impacted Families Project , a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide...
Jan 24


NIRCO’s “We Look Better Together” Event: A Night of Elegance, Purpose, and Celebration - Feb. 3rd @ 5:30 PM
Join us at NIRCO for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Family Support Month, Black History Month, and the boundless power of youth...
Jan 24


NIRCO Launches Warm Handoff & Recovery Support Services Program
We’re excited to announce the launch of NIRCO’s Warm Handoff & Recovery Support Services Program , a new initiative aimed at providing...
Jan 15
National Rally for Recovery: A Day of Inspiration and Unity
On September 21, 2024 , the recovery community united in Chicago for the highly anticipated National Rally for Recovery at the UIC...
Oct 9, 2024


NIRCO Secures Grant Funding to Expand Warm Handoff and Recovery Support Services in Lake County
Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. Funds Program to Address Opioid Use Disorder Crisis Waukegan, IL , September 26, 2024— Northern...
Sep 30, 2024


NIRCO on WGN News: National Rally Hub in Chicago on Sept. 21st
As September marks National Recovery Month, Illinois is set to witness a landmark event that brings together communities, advocates, and...
Sep 3, 2024


Join Us for the Pre-Rally All Recovery Meeting & Social on Sept. 20th
As we gear up for the highly anticipated National Rally for Recovery, there's no better way to start the weekend than by coming together...
Aug 27, 2024


NIRCO Seeks Passionate Board Member for Secretary Position
Are You Ready to Make a Difference in Lake County? NIRCO, a leading recovery community organization in Lake County, IL, is seeking a...
Aug 23, 2024


NIRCO Hosts “Youth & Family Strategies to Wellness” Event on September 12th
NIRCO is excited to announce a special event focused on fostering wellness among our youth— Youth & Family Strategies to Wellness —taking...
Aug 23, 2024


Join Us: International Overdose Awareness Event, August 31st
🌍 Join Us for a Community Listening Event on International Overdose Awareness Day! 🌍 NIRCO invites you to a special event on Saturday,...
Aug 23, 2024
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