How many steps are in the traditional AA program?
12 Steps
AA stands for A_______ A_______.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Briscoe's new mascot is what animal?
(hint: He is posted on the various flyers regarding the Briscoe Bodega)
Braylon the Briscoe Gator!!!

My sponsor will tell me exactly what decisions to make so that I don't mess up my recovery.
False. A sponsor provides support and guidance, they do not make decisions for us.
What does "sobriety" mean? What does it mean to be sober?
Living life without the use of mind-altering substances
This person is first to greet you at the door when you arrive at Briscoe. But beware, she has a vicious fighting stance (so don't make her angry)! Name that staff!
Bree Caldwell
What does step 1 of the program focus on?
Admitting powerlessness over alcohol/substances and recognizing that life has become unmanageable
A strong desire or urge to use a substance is called a _______.
Craving
In 5 seconds or less, name one activity provided at Briscoe that allowed you to experience clean and sober fun?
Water Play Day
Karaoke
Viewing the Blue Angels
Ice Bucket Challenges
Overdose Awareness Day
Recovery is a one-time decision.
False. Recovery is an ongoing process/journey.
Responses will vary.
You break it, he can fix it (or will find someone that will)! This is Briscoe's very own Bob the Builder. Name that staff!
Mr. Fernest
(will also accept Mr. Bruce)
A person decides to stop trying to control everything and instead to trust their recovery process and Higer Power. Which step is this person practicing?
Step 3
The goal is p______ not p______.
"Progress not Perfection".
True or False: Briscoe Bucks are earned by doing my every day tasks and can be exchanged for anything of my choosing from the gas station.
False. We earn Briscoe Bucks by going above and beyond (through service work, supporting others, recovering, and demonstrating leadership). Bucks can then be exchanged every Friday at 4pm at the Briscoe Bodega for 2 items!
Self-awareness and honesty are key components to my recovery.
True
The stage of relapse where a person begins thinking about using, romanticizing past use, or bargaining with themselves?
A mental relapse
Trouble with your medication? Need a medical evaluation? NO PROBLEM!! What staff would you go to? Response must include the HNPIC (Head Nurse Practitioner in Charge)!!
Any of our AMAZING nurses AND Dr. Grice!
AA has a common saying that references how many meetings you should attend for a certain number of days -- what is this saying?
90 meetings in 90 days!
This is all about building new, healthy habits!
Step ___ focuses on improving conscious contact with your Higher Power.
Step 11
Name one Briscoe staff member and a lesson that they taught you that will continue to help you during your recovery journey.
Answers will vary.
Step 11 includes regular prayer and meditation.
True.
A written strategy identifying triggers, warning signs, healthy coping skills, and safe support people that is meant to assist you on your road to recovery.
Relapse Prevention Plan
Briscoe is blessed to have an employee that is in recovery and is also our Peer Support Specialist... Name that employee.
Lauren Breaux
What does it mean to make amends?
Taking responsibility for harm caused and making appropriate efforts to repair that harm
You can't control the situation or others, but you can control ______________.
Your responses, choices, & behaviors.
You are named the President of Briscoe for a day. Part of your duties include picking a new way to celebrate a holiday of your choosing (you can even create your own). What holiday are you choosing/creating and how would you have us celebrate it?
(be creative but also be realistic--you have 60 seconds)
Responses will vary.
Completing the 12 steps means you are done with your recovery work.
False. This is an ongoing process that requires attention, effort, and practice daily. You may also have to rework steps as life unfolds.
True or False: Engaging in self-care practices is extremely selfish and will result in your sponsor suggesting that you restart your 12-step journey.
False -- Self-care is an important part of taking care of yourself & ensuring that you are safe & healthy.
To complete this question, name 3 of your self-care practices.
One thing Briscoe WILL do is feed you some good food!
Can you name BOTH of our chefs?
Chef Martin and Chef Shawn