1. Mission and Values

Mission Statement

Restore Recovery exists to assist individuals on their pathway of recovery through peer support

services, transitional housing, and collaborative partnerships within the community. Our goal is to

promote a sustainable lifestyle of recovery-restoring recovery in your life and in the lives of those

you encounter. We believe recovery is possible when individuals are connected with resources and

supported by a community that surrounds and uplifts them.

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Core Values

- Compassion: We treat all individuals with empathy, kindness, and respect, recognizing the courage

it takes to seek and sustain recovery.

- Integrity: We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and ethical responsibility in all

interactions.

- Support: We believe peer support is a powerful tool for healing and growth. We foster relationships

rooted in trust, lived experience, and mutual respect.

- Empowerment: We equip individuals with the tools and support they need to thrive in recovery and

make meaningful life changes.

- Collaboration: We actively partner with community organizations to strengthen resources and

support networks.

- Recovery-Oriented Living: We promote holistic wellness, purpose, and hope as essential elements

of a recovery-centered lifestyle.

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2. Confidentiality and Privacy

- Confidentiality: We protect the personal information of individuals we serve, maintaining strict

confidentiality in compliance with applicable laws and ethical guidelines.

- Privacy: We create environments where individuals feel safe to share without fear of judgment or

breach of trust.

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3. Professional Conduct

- Professionalism: All staff, volunteers, and peer supporters represent Restore Recovery with

dignity, respect, and accountability in all settings, including public and digital spaces.

- Boundaries: We maintain healthy professional boundaries to ensure ethical relationships and

promote a safe environment for recovery.

- Conflict of Interest: We avoid situations where personal interests could interfere with our

responsibility to the recovery community.

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4. Non-Discrimination and Inclusivity

- Equity and Inclusion: We welcome all individuals regardless of race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual

orientation, religion, or socioeconomic status.

- Cultural Humility: We honor the unique backgrounds, experiences, and recovery pathways of every

individual we serve.

- Anti-Stigma Advocacy: We actively work to reduce stigma around addiction, mental health, and

recovery through education, language, and advocacy.

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5. Accountability and Transparency

- Responsibility: We take ownership of our actions and decisions and are open to feedback and

continuous improvement.

- Openness: We maintain clear and honest communication with staff, participants, and partners

regarding policies, services, and organizational decisions.

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6. Financial Stewardship

- Responsible Use of Resources: We manage financial and material resources ethically and

effectively to support our mission.

- Transparency: We are accountable to funders, donors, and the public through transparent

reporting and responsible budgeting.

- Community Investment: We dedicate a portion of our resources to directly support individuals in

recovery and build local recovery capital.

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7. Legal and Ethical Compliance

- Regulatory Compliance: We adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, including those governing

transitional housing and peer recovery services.

- Ethical Standards: All staff and peer recovery specialists are expected to follow best practices and

professional ethical guidelines, including those of the Minnesota Certification Board (MCB), when

applicable.

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8. Continuous Improvement

- Learning Culture: We foster a culture of growth through training, reflection, and innovation.

- Feedback Loop: We engage participants and partners in evaluating services to ensure quality and

relevance.

- Community Collaboration: We strengthen outcomes through partnerships that expand access to

recovery-supportive services and resources.

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Conclusion

By upholding this Code of Ethics, Restore Recovery reaffirms its commitment to ethical excellence,

recovery-oriented care, and community-driven service. We exist to walk beside those in recovery

with compassion, integrity, and unwavering support-because recovery is not only possible, it is worth

restoring.