The Power of Peer Support: Last Chance in 2025 to Attend! | October 2025 NEwsletter
From Recovery to Leadership: Become a Peer Support Specialist
Director’s Message
Personal Greeting from Cathie and the NEM Team
As the crisp air of autumn settles in and the brilliant colors brighten our days, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible growth we’ve witnessed this year—not only within New Each Morning and in the lives of the women we serve, but also through the tremendous collaboration across our community. Thank you!
Each woman’s story and every new day in recovery remind us that hope and healing truly happen in community. Thank you for believing in this mission and for supporting us in so many meaningful ways.
We’re closing out 2025 strong with our final Peer Support Specialist Training coming up in November. Details are below!
Program Highlights
“Personal Best Appearance” Program
Our Personal Best Appearance program is helping women rebuild confidence and step forward with pride—ready for new opportunities, employment, and the next chapter of their recovery journey.
This program also continues to be a powerful expression of community support—restoring confidence, dignity, and hope for women preparing to step back into the workforce. With the encouragement of our Peer Support team, each woman is reminded that she is seen, valued, and capable of thriving.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Alexis Lauer & Slate Hair & Design
Thank you, Alexis Lauer and Slate Hair & Design, for partnering with NEM to provide professional haircuts through our Personal Best Appearance program. You’re restoring dignity and helping women see the beauty in their new beginnings.
Community Collaboration Goes Into Jefferson County
New Each Morning was honored to collaborate with the Jefferson County Faith-Based Network as they prepare to open the women and children program house in Madras, Oregon.
Our team had the privilege of sponsoring one of the rooms—a welcoming space where a mother and her two young children will soon begin a new chapter together.
A special thank-you to Toni La Foe, NEM Board Chair, for her leadership and dedication throughout this project, and to Nancy Price and Karen DeFord for your specialized help and heartfelt contributions. Your teamwork brought warmth, beauty, and hope into this new home.
Client Quotes: Our “Why"
“Thank GAWD for you and for keeping me somewhat grounded and just helping me navigate through this thing called life!” - BC, NEM Client
“I DEFINITELY couldn’t have done it without you, I’m so glad all your help didn’t go to waste. I’m soooooo grateful!!!!!” - LP, NEM Client
Upcoming Event: Final Fundamentals of Peer Support Training for 2025
🗓️ November 6–8 & 14–15, 2025 | Bend, Oregon
📍 OHA & MHACBO Approved | Final training of 2025!
We invite those with lived-experience in recovery to consider becoming certified Peer Support Specialists—a step that not only strengthens your own recovery journey but also brings hope, encouragement, and guidance to others just beginning theirs.
