Community Events

Sep
3

WNC RCC Recovery Rally

This rally brings our community together to break stigma, offer support, and share the many ways people find recovery. During National Recovery Month, we amplify powerful voices and connect individuals with local resources to embrace every journey toward healing.

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Oct
13
to Oct 15

2026 NC Peer Support Conference

  • AB Tech/Mission Conference Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness for the 2026 Peer Support Conference, where an expected 350 attendees will gather for this three-day conference to share resources, be inspired, and celebrate the power of lived experience

We are so excited to welcome Keynote Speaker, Ryan Hampton—renowned advocate, speaker, author, media commentator and non-profit founder of Mobilize Recovery and Overdose Response Initiative —whose voice and leadership have helped shape the national conversation on recovery, harm reduction, and peer-led change.

Throughout these three days, you will experience informative and engaging speakers, hands-on activities, and meaningful conversations designed to strengthen and energize the peer support workforce.

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Apr
14
to Apr 16

APNC 2026 Spring Conference

  • Lake Junaluska conference & Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at APNC’s semi-annual conference, where the brightest minds in the behavioral health and substance use sectors come together! Our conference is the perfect platform for professionals to share cutting-edge, evidence-based practices and collaborate on innovative solutions to tackle substance use disorders (SUDs).

Earn valuable continuing education credits towards licensure, attend tailored sessions designed to enhance your professional growth, and network with peers who share your passion and commitment across our state.

Together, through shared knowledge and collaboration, we empower our community to drive impactful change in the field of behavioral health!

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Mar
23

Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference

  • Blue Ridge Community College Conference Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for the 2026 Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference as we explore our theme, Connected for Impact, and guide participants through a fun National Parks–inspired journey of learning, connection, and collaboration.

This full-day, community-wide conference focuses on improving mental health, substance use, and behavioral health outcomes in Henderson County. Participants will engage with evidence-based practices, practical skills, and collaborative strategies aligned with the Community Health Improvement Plan.

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