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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


For Veterans & Families: Monthly Chat 'n Chew
NIRCO is thrilled to introduce our monthly Veterans Chat 'n Chew , starting on Monday, September 9th , from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM . This...
Aug 20, 2024


Saying Goodbye to Our Monday Peer-to-Peer Virtual Group - Last Day 6/24!
As we approach the end of our Peer-to-Peer Virtual Group sessions, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve...
Jun 20, 2024


Join Our Recovery Coach Training - Cohort 2 July 30th - Aug. 27th
We are excited to announce the second cohort of our Recovery Coach Training program at NIRCO! This comprehensive 5-week course, spanning...
Jun 14, 2024


Mark Your Calendars: Join Us for the Mental Health Wellness Summit on May 30th!
Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with NIRCO As May draws to a close, we invite you to join the Northern Illinois Recovery...
May 24, 2024


Urgent Community Alert: Protect Yourself from Fentanyl-Laced Drugs
In recent weeks, alarming reports have surfaced about a dangerous batch of drugs circulating in our community, which may be laced with...
Apr 30, 2024


Join Us for the Mental Health Awareness Summit This May at NIRCO HUB
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an essential time to shine a spotlight on mental health and wellbeing. In celebration and support...
Apr 17, 2024


Empowerment Through Education: Lunch & Learn on Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 25th
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a crucial time to foster awareness and strengthen the tools we use to combat sexual violence. To...
Apr 17, 2024


Celebrate Pride Month June 13th with LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Training in Lake County
June is internationally recognized as Pride Month, a time to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. This year, the LGBTQ+ Center of...
Apr 17, 2024


Join Us: Sept 21st for the IL National Rally for Recovery!
Please mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, 2024, as we come together for a powerful event to be part of the national recovery...
Mar 11, 2024


Self-Care Health Fair offers ways for people to get better; ‘There should be no stigma’
By STEVE SADIN | Lake County News-Sun PUBLISHED: February 5, 2024 at 12:37 p.m. | UPDATED: February 5, 2024 at 12:38 p.m. Mary Roberson,...
Feb 29, 2024


🎲 Join Us March 14th for 'Every Story Matters' with Dr. Sandra Adell! 🎤
📅 Date: March 14th, 5:30-7:30 PM 📍 Location: NIRCO Hub, 202 S. Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085 Hey NIRCO community members, 🌟 Mark...
Feb 8, 2024


Join us: Nicasa Women's Luncheon Reunion: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024
March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. In honor of this...
Jan 18, 2024


🌟 Volunteer Call: Be Part of the National Rally for Recovery in Chicago! 🌟
Circle the date! Saturday, September 21, 2024, is your chance to contribute to a significant event at the heart of the national recovery...
Jan 18, 2024


🌟 Save the Date: 2024 National Rally for Recovery in Chicago! 🌟 September 21st!
Save the date! Saturday, September 21, 2024, marks a significant moment as we gather for a transformative event, becoming a crucial part...
Jan 18, 2024


Empowering Communities: ROSC 2024 Meeting Schedule Announced
The Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care-Illinois Statewide Network (ROSC-ISN) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated meeting dates...
Jan 16, 2024


JOIN US: Black History Month Celebration: Feb. 10th at 4PM
🎤 Get ready to witness the ultimate showdown of creativity at DROP THE MIC: Creative Art Edition! 🎨🎶 Join us at NIRCO Hub, 202 South...
Jan 10, 2024


🌟 Join us for Peer-to-Peer Virtual Support Group every Monday at 5pm! 🌟
🗓️ Starting on Monday, January 15th and continuing every Monday thereafter. 🕔 Time: 5-6 pm (Your Time Zone) 🤝 Connect, share, and...
Jan 8, 2024


NIRCO Closed During The Holidays, Opening on January 2nd, 2024
🎄🌟 Holiday Notice from NIRCO! 🌟🎁 As we celebrate the holiday season, please note that NIRCO will be closed from December 25th through...
Dec 26, 2023


Let's Talk Peer-to-Peer: VIRTUAL SUPPORT this Holiday Season
🌟 Calling all members of the recovery community in Northern Illinois! 🌟 This holiday season, NIRCO invites you to join us for "Let's...
Dec 26, 2023
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