This is the 17th annual Walter Ackerson Jr. Hands Across the Bridge for Recovery and Wellbriety Month on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Waldport. It is a powerful gathering to recognize those in recovery from mental health and substance use challenges.
Meet at the South end of the Alsea Bay Bridge at 11:30am to learn about the Bridge Crossing and participate in holding hands across the bridge. location: 265 NW Hemlock St., Waldport, OR 97394
Then enjoy a free lunch, listen to speakers, explore resource tables, and bring the kids for teen led activities at the Waldport Community Center between 12:30pm - 2:30pm. location: 320 Oregon Coast Highway, Waldport, OR 97394.
Special thanks to the organizers of this event at Pheonix Wellness, Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians, C.H.A.N.C.E, Samaritan Health, PAADA, Celebrate Recovery, and Lincoln County.
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