The James C. Acheson Donor Advised Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, has allocated a substantial $30,000 grant to the Blue Water Recovery and Outreach Center (BWROC) located at 619 A 10th Street, Port Huron. This funding aims to establish an engagement center, addressing a critical need highlighted by Patrick Patterson, the Executive Director of BWROC.
Patterson emphasized the urgency, stating, “An engagement center is a vital resource, especially during the precarious time between relapse and treatment when lives are at risk.” Currently, St. Clair County lacks such a facility, leaving individuals in vulnerable situations.
The grant will be instrumental in furnishing the engagement center, situated above the Outreach Center, covering essential startup expenses. Patterson voiced hopes for additional support from the county commissioners to ensure sustained operation, stressing the importance of addressing this pressing community need.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
