Haven Recovery
News & Recognition
Haven Recovery is advancing innovative solutions at the intersection of healthcare, housing, recovery, and workforce development. Explore recent media coverage, publications, organizational milestones, community initiatives, and recognition of our work throughout Missouri and beyond.
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News & Recognition
Recovery Month
Recovery Day at the Ballpark
Fri., Sept. 12, 2026 | 6:15 PM | Busch Stadium — Cardinals vs. White Sox
Celebrate National Recovery Month at the ballpark with Haven Recovery. Cheer on the Cardinals and join the St. Louis recovery community for a night of connection and celebration.
What's Coming Up
Upcoming Events
Haven hosts and participates in events throughout the year. This September, join us for the 4th Annual STL Recovery Month — celebrating the theme Recovery Builds Community. Community Builds Recovery.
Featured Event
● FEATURED EVENT | RECOVERY MONTH 2026
4th Annual Recovery Resource Fair & Community Carnival
Date:
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time:
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Location:
Carondelet Lions Park, 301 Davis Street, St. Louis, Missouri
Join Haven Recovery for a free community celebration featuring resource organizations, family activities, food, entertainment, giveaways, and opportunities to celebrate recovery. Everyone is welcome. This event is part of the 4th Annual STL Recovery Month by Haven Recovery, held under the themeRecovery Builds Community. Community Builds Recovery.The City of St. Louis issued a proclamation recognizing the occasion.
Sponsorship:
lashonda@havenrecoverystl.com
Questions:
callan@havenrecoverystl.com|314-940-7998
All Recovery Month 2026 Events
4th Annual STL Recovery Month by Haven Recovery — September 2026. Community is welcome at all events. Additional events may be added throughout the month.
Recovery Month
Recovery Resource Fair
Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM | Carondelet Lions Park, 301 Davis Street, St. Louis
FREE event for the whole community. Games, bounce houses, rock wall, music, prizes, lunch at noon, and resource booths covering recovery, mental health, health and wellness, education, employment, school supplies, hygiene and safety, and showers. Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.
Recovery Month
Recovery Gives Back Day
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 | 7617 S Broadway, St. Louis
Volunteer Day with four goals: pack 1,500 meals for delivery, serve lunch at encampment sites, painting and room updates, and pack 2,000 hygiene and resource kits. All groups meet at 7617 S Broadway. Come give back and close out Recovery Month strong.
Sponsorships
Become a Recovery Month Sponsor
Contact: lashonda@havenrecoverystl.com
Presenting, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Friend of Recovery, and exclusive Resource Fair and Give Back sponsorship levels available. All sponsorships support programs for people living with substance use disorders, mental health concerns, and homelessness challenges.
Resource Fair
Resource Booths at the Recovery Resource Fair
Sat., Sept. 26, 2026 | Carondelet Lions Park, 301 Davis Street
Organizations can host a free table at the Resource Fair! Booths in recovery, mental health, health and wellness, education, employment, school supplies, hygiene and safety. Contact Haven to reserve your spot.
Volunteer
Recovery Gives Back: Volunteer Sign-Up
Wed., Sept. 30, 2026 | 7617 S Broadway, St. Louis
Sign up to volunteer on Recovery Gives Back Day. Choose from meal packing, encampment lunch service, painting and room updates, or hygiene kit assembly. Join here to reserve your spot.
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Recognition
News & Recognition
Recent media coverage, publications, organizational milestones, and recognition of Haven Recovery's work, listed newest first.
● FEATURED STORY | MEDIA COVERAGE
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Commentary: Recovery Housing and Recuperative Care Are Public Health Infrastructure
St. Louis Post-Dispatch | [Publication Date — confirm exact date before publishing]
In a commentary published by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Callan Montgomery, CEO of Haven Recovery, makes the case that recovery housing, case management, and recuperative care are essential public health infrastructure for people leaving hospitals without a safe place to recover. The piece draws on Haven's work in the St. Louis region.
Media Coverage
Missouri Independent
Commentary: Recovery Housing and Recuperative Care Are Public Health Infrastructure
Missouri Independent | [Publication Date — confirm exact date before publishing]
The Missouri Independent carried Callan Montgomery's commentary on recovery housing and recuperative care, expanding the reach of Haven Recovery's perspective on housing, healthcare, and recovery to a statewide audience.
Accreditation
Haven Recovery
Haven Recovery Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation
2026
Haven Recovery received a three-year CARF accreditation covering Intensive Outpatient Treatment, Case Management, Recuperative Care/Medical Respite, and Recovery Housing. The accreditation reflects Haven's commitment to quality, accountability, person-centered services, and continuous improvement.
Awards & Recognition
St. Louis Business Journal
Callan Montgomery Named to 2024 St. Louis Business Journal 40 Under 40
2024
Callan Montgomery, CEO and owner of Haven Recovery, was named a 2024 St. Louis Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, recognizing rising business and community leaders under 40 across the St. Louis region.
Thought Leadership
Haven Recovery
Haven Recovery Shares Its Work on National Stages
Ongoing
Haven Recovery has shared its experience in recovery housing, recuperative care, peer services, public health, and community-based program development with national audiences. Recent presentations have included the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, NatCon in St. Louis, and Harvard's Recovery Research Institute. Haven has presented through the National Health Care for the Homeless Council during each of the last three years.
Community Event
Haven Recovery
4th Annual Recovery Resource Fair and Community Carnival
September 26, 2026
As part of Recovery Month, Haven Recovery is hosting its 4th Annual Recovery Resource Fair and Community Carnival on September 26, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Carondelet Lions Park. The event brings community resources, family activities, food, and entertainment together to celebrate recovery. The City of St. Louis issued a proclamation recognizing the occasion.
Organizational Update
Haven Recovery
Haven Recovery Advances Davis Street Recuperative Care Expansion
2026
Haven Recovery is advancing plans to expand its recuperative care capacity at its Davis Street property in St. Louis. The planned 18-bed facility will strengthen the region's ability to provide safe, supportive transitions for people who are medically vulnerable and do not have a stable place to recover following hospitalization. The project is expected to create construction and permanent employment opportunities.
Press & Media
Media Inquiries
Haven welcomes opportunities to contribute to stories and community conversations related to recovery, substance use, homelessness, housing, peer support, recuperative care, medical respite, outreach, and health equity.
Media Kit
When available, Haven's media kit includes:
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• Leadership biographies
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• Accreditation information
• Approved photographs
• Verified impact information
• Media contact information
Callan Montgomery
Media Contact
314-940-7998
callan@havenrecoverystl.com