JumpStart your recovery!

The JumpStart Initiative is a recovery support initiative of The Connection Forsyth, designed to reduce barriers to treatment and help individuals take their first meaningful steps toward recovery from substance use disorders.

JumpStart provides short-term, needs-based support for individuals who are actively pursuing treatment or recovery services. The program focuses on stabilization, connection, and continuity of care—recognizing that recovery often begins with meeting immediate needs and having consistent support during critical transition periods.

Support starts here…

Participants in the JumpStart Initiative may be eligible for:

• Peer support services, including an initial intake and structured peer engagement before treatment admission, as well as continued aftercare following discharge

• Financial assistance to support treatment entry, including inpatient, residential, outpatient, sober living, or medication-assisted treatment, based on individual treatment plans and goals

• Essential documentation assistance, such as help obtaining identification, birth certificate or social security card needed for treatment or employment

• Communication access, including a cell phone and one month of prepaid service to maintain contact with providers and support systems

• Basic needs allowance, including emergency food, temporary shelter, clothing, hygiene items, and limited medical assistance as required for treatment admission

• Transportation assistance in the form of ride-share vouchers to access treatment-related services, appointments, resource providers and recovery-oriented activities as approved by Executive staff.

All services are provided based on availability of funds and require prior approval through program oversight.