Hello SMART Volunteers, We’re thrilled to announce that the long-awaited updates to the SMART Recovery Participant Handbooks are nearly complete! These new versions represent an important step in keeping SMART Recovery current. The updated handbooks incorporate feedback from our dedicated volunteers and participants, as well as insights from recent research. The revised content is designed to better support participants on their journey, providing clear, practical tools to help them work toward their own recovery goals. What’s New in the Participant Handbooks? The updates to the 4-Point and Family & Friends handbooks offer participants refreshed guidance, exercises, and resources that align with SMART’s values. The language in the new handbooks is more inclusive, with examples that address various types of substances and behaviors. We’ve also made the language easier to understand and reduced the use of acronyms. These changes are intended to further empower individuals as they work to achieve their goals. To help familiarize you with these updates, we’re pleased to offer you a complimentary copy of the participant handbook that matches your registered meeting type. Please fill out the form below to confirm your shipping details by January 15, 2024, so we can get your handbook shipped out to you in early 2025. Rest assured, your information will remain private and won’t appear on SMARTfinder. Additional Updates for Facilitators Many of you are also aware that we’re updating the Facilitator Manuals to align with the new 4-Point and Family & Friends handbooks. Once completed, the updated manuals will be shared electronically, ensuring you have access to these resources as soon as they’re ready. Along with the manuals, we'll be rolling out new facilitator training on an updated platform in 2025. We’re excited to share more details about these resources with you at a later date, as they are designed to further support you in your role as a volunteer facilitator. Thank you for your dedication to SMART Recovery and for embracing these enhancements. Together, we’re building an empowering space for everyone in the SMART community.
With Gratitude, | 
