F.A.Q.
Q: Who was Sage?
Sage Capozzi was a promising young man who loved music, golf, and his family. Sadly, one night, he lost his battle with substance use disorder. He was 20 years old. Carmen Capozzi, Sage’s father, started Sage’s Army shortly after his passing to bring awareness to the drug epidemic and to end the stigma surrounding it.
Q: What is a Recovery Community Organization (RCO)?
Q: What does Sage's Army do?
Since 2012, Sage’s Army has been active in the community through various projects such as community events, school presentations, family groups, and more. We have partnered with many organizations to increase our strength while asking our government for a response to the drug epidemic. Additionally, in 2017, we started the Sage’s Army Help Line as a resource for our community members who are seeking assistance with substance abuse issues.
Q: What is a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS)?
A CRS is a Certified Recovery Specialist who works closely with the Case Management staff to assist clients. The main goal is to focus on the recovery process.
What do they do?
- The CRS initializes the client into early recovery and positions them for long term success
- They work to facilitate seamless transitions in level of care changes to ensure that the client remains engaged in a continuum of care.
- They give assistance accessing various community resources (education, housing, transportation, recovery supports, etc.)
- Gives guidance on the recovery process and recovery education.
- Helps to develop a Personal Recovery Plan
- Will provide Telephone Recovery Support
- Introduce and engage the client in the recovery community
- Provide support before, during and after treatment
- Will do advocacy work
- Will provide outreach to individuals in early recovery
- Assist with Recovery Support Groups
- Makes referrals to the Case Management Services
These services are all free of charge. If you are interested in Certified Recovery Specialist service, please call 724-863-5433 or please email Kat@sagesarmy.com
Q: How do I volunteer?
If you are interested in volunteering with Sage’s Army, please contact us here. We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to join our cause!
Q: How do I donate?
Donating to Sage’s Army is quick and easy — just visit our donation page and follow the instructions. All donations to our organization are greatly appreciated and will be used to fund our life-saving mission.