Rochester Breakfast Celebrates Recovery and Second Chances
Hundreds gathered in Perinton, New York for an annual breakfast spotlighting stories of resilience and hope in addiction recovery. Golden Gate Bridge survivor Kevin Hines delivered the keynote speech about his journey from crisis to healing. #
Hundreds of people filled Eagle Vale Golf Club on Tuesday morning to hear a powerful message: recovery is possible, and every life is worth fighting for.
Huther Doyle, a Rochester addiction treatment center, hosted its seventh annual Friends for Hope breakfast. The event brings together people touched by substance use and mental health challenges to celebrate resilience and share stories of hope.
"What we want to do is actually tell them that they're worthy, and that they have a right to live a different life," said Kelly Reed, president and CEO of Huther Doyle. The organization provides support and recovery services to families navigating addiction and mental health struggles.
This year's keynote speaker was Kevin Hines, an award-winning author who survived jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Hines has dedicated his life to sharing his recovery story and helping others find reasons to keep living.
The East Avenue treatment center has made these annual gatherings a cornerstone of their mission. By creating space for honest conversation about mental health, they're breaking down the shame and isolation that often prevent people from seeking help.
Former 13WHAM anchor Norma Holland and her sister Andrea Holland emceed the event, guiding attendees through stories of transformation and second chances.
Why This Inspires
Seven years running, this breakfast proves that communities heal when they gather with intention. By putting recovery stories front and center, Huther Doyle is rewriting the narrative around addiction and mental health from one of failure to one of possibility.
The event sends a clear message to anyone struggling: you're not alone, your life has value, and asking for help is an act of courage. When someone like Kevin Hines shares his darkest moment and his journey back to wellness, it opens a door for others to imagine their own path forward.
These conversations save lives by reminding people in crisis that their current pain doesn't define their future.
Reed's words capture the heart of the mission: caring for people until they can care for themselves again.
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Based on reporting by Google News - Recovery Story
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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