Indian River County, FL – For over 35 years, the Substance Awareness Center (SAC) of Indian River County has been a trusted ally addressing substance use and safeguarding our youth, families and community. Today, SAC is proud to announce a bold step forward as it rebrands to Thrive, a name that reflects its unwavering commitment to creating a healthier community free from the harms of substance misuse.
A New Name, A Renewed Commitment
The transition to Thrive signifies more than a change in name—it marks a reinvigorated focus on the organization’s core mission. With comprehensive, evidence-based programs spanning clinical care, peer support, early intervention, and prevention education, Thrive continues to serve as the region’s leading resource for the recovery from and the prevention of substance use disorders.
“Thrive embodies our dedication to empowering individuals, families, and the community to prevent and overcome substance misuse and achieve lives of resilience, health, and hope,” said Carrie Lester, CEO of Thrive. “This rebrand represents our ongoing growth and our commitment to making Indian River County a place where every individual can thrive.”
Building on a Legacy of Impact
Over the past three decades, Thrive has reached over 75,000 students through prevention education and facilitated thousands of counseling sessions annually. The organization takes pride in its proven outcomes, including a youth recidivism rate of less than 5%, demonstrating the efficacy of its compassionate, data-driven approach.
Notable achievements include:
- 1,600+ individual counseling sessions provided annually.
- 1,000+ group and individual sessions delivered each year.
- A 35-year track record of prevention education impacting thousands of young lives.
Join Us for Thrive’s Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Thrive invites the community to celebrate this exciting transition at its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on March 25, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. This special event welcomes the public to explore Thrive’s renewed mission, meet the team, and learn how they can support the organization’s ongoing efforts to prevent substance misuse and promote recovery in Indian River County.
As Thrive enters this exciting new chapter, the organization calls on the community to continue supporting its vital mission.
“Together, we can ensure that no one is left behind,” Lester emphasized. “With your help, we can expand access to life-changing recovery tools, strengthen prevention efforts, and safeguard the future of Indian River County.”
To learn more about Thrive’s vision, programs, and how you can help, visit www.thrive-irc.org.
About Thrive
Thrive, formerly known as the Substance Awareness Center of Indian River County, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families to overcome substance misuse through prevention education, recovery services, and community support. For over three decades, Thrive has been a cornerstone of hope, healing, and resilience in Indian River County.
