Collegiate Recovery Program | Student Health and Wellness

We're glad you're here.

Are you:

A UVA student thinking about a potential change in your substance use?
Noticing some not-so-good things with your drinking or other drug use?
In recovery, and want to find community and resources?
Concerned about a student, friend, or family member?
A student, faculty, or staff member who wants to learn more about recovery support resources, at UVA and/or in the Charlottesville community?

The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) at UVA provides a welcoming and supportive community for students exploring or committed to recovery from substance use. Whether you're questioning your relationship with alcohol or drugs, seeking resources for a friend, or looking to connect with others in recovery, the CRP is here for you. Students can find a sense of belonging through weekly "Hoos in Recovery" meetings, enjoy social activities like movie nights and hiking trips, and access dedicated spaces for relaxation and connection within the Student Health and Wellness building.

Beyond community building, the CRP offers practical support for students navigating recovery. Recovery coaching provides personalized guidance and accountability, while recovery housing offers a supportive living environment conducive to building lifelong recovery skills. By fostering a judgment-free atmosphere and offering a variety of resources, the CRP empowers students to prioritize their well-being and thrive academically and personally.

The Collegiate Recovery Program is here for you.

Get in touch

Hang out in our amazing CRP space.

Do you like coffee, video games, or just chillin’ on a bean bag?! We do, too. Contact us via the "Get in Touch" button above for current CRP space hours or come to a HiR meeting ‘cause that’s where we meet.

Check out our weekly Hoos in Recovery (HiR) meetings.

SUMMER 2025 (May 14th-Aug 20th) – Meetings will not meet in-person and HiR will offer a virtual option for students to connect Wednesdays at 6pm. Please email Kelly Truesdell, Assoc. Dir. for Substance Use and Recovery Services at [email protected] for more information about attending meetings over the summer.
FALL 2025 – Starting Aug. 27th - Wednesdays @ 6pm in the CRP space (first floor, Well-being Suite) at Student Health and Wellness.
Come check in about your week and what’s on your mind.  We’re chill, we promise.
Parking is available.

Visit Us

See if recovery housing could be a good fit.

Engage in a supportive living and learning community while building and strengthening lifelong recovery skills. Located near Student Health and Wellness and the CRP space, our recovery house features a full kitchen, living area and meeting space.

Let's have some fun!

Whether you’re into sports, movies, games, or cookouts, we have something for you. Things we’ve done in the past:

Carter’s Mountain,
Halloscream,
Trampoline Park,
Movie and Game nights,
Hiking,
and even a Spring Break trip to Florida!

Check out our calendar of upcoming events! (coming soon)