At the Arkansas Department of Human Services, we believe recovery is stronger with support. That’s why we’re proud to offer two free mobile apps – Connections and Companion – as part of our Peer Recovery Resources. These apps are available in both English and Spanish at no cost and are designed to support individuals in recovery and the family and friends who walk beside them.
Connections App: Support for Individuals in Recovery
Connections is a smartphone app for individuals who are in recovery from substance use disorders. It offers:
- 24/7 access to Peer Support Specialists
- A secure community for group discussions and encouragement
- Daily motivation, sobriety tracking, and virtual recovery meetings
- Tools to celebrate milestones and track progress
Whether you’re newly sober or maintaining long-term recovery, the Connections app helps you stay connected and supported between visits with your provider.
To download and enroll in the Connections app for adults, click here.
To download and enroll in the Connections app for teens, click here.
Companion App: Support for Family, Friends, and Caregivers
Companion is a mobile app designed for caregivers: family members, friends, and loved ones who are supporting someone through mental health or substance use recovery. It provides:
- A private, understanding community of fellow caregivers
- Educational resources on treatment, recovery, and medication
- Daily encouragement and guided journaling tools
- Access to discussion forums and emotional support
Caring for someone with a behavioral health condition can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
To download and enroll in the Companion app, click here.
Learn more about Peer Recovery
These tools are part of Arkansas Peer Recovery, a program that connects people who have lived experience in recovery to individuals currently navigating substance use or mental health challenges. Peer Recovery Support Specialists walk alongside clients, offering guidance, empathy, and a path forward.
Learn more about Peer Recovery in Arkansas here.
