My name is Carmela Kuper, and on July 11, 2024, I faced the most devastating moment of my life: I had to tell my two beautiful daughters that their father had taken his own life. After years of battling depression and alcoholism, he succumbed to these painful and relentless diseases. His absence has left an immeasurable void, and our lives have been changed forever.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned through this heartbreak, it’s how vital it is to truly reach out to those around us. Check in on your loved ones. Encourage them. Support them. Speak life into everyone you meet—you never know what silent battles they may be fighting. Even though we did all of this, mental illness can still overwhelm. Those who suffer need constant reminders that they are not alone, and that they are loved.

But even in the darkest moments, know this: God is in the business of healing. He is the Great Physician, the Great Healer. He can take even the most tragic circumstances and use them to bring hope, restoration, and new life. He truly brings beauty from ashes.

Over 30 years ago, a friend gave me a gift—a Bible. As he handed it to me, he said that God had specifically led him to choose this one for me. It was the Life Recovery Bible. At the time, I had never struggled with addiction myself and didn’t fully understand why this particular Bible was meant for me. But God did. He knew the road ahead. And in His grace, He provided the perfect tool to carry me through the storms to come—His living Word, filled with promises of strength and hope for every moment of every day.

Since our family’s first experience with rehabilitation, I’ve felt a strong calling to create a ministry—Recover with Me—dedicated to gifting Life Recovery Bibles and sharing the hope they carry with individuals in treatment programs, and with anyone wrestling with addiction, pain, or brokenness. This nonprofit will provide not only Bibles but also mental health resources, encouragement, and practical support for those working to rebuild their lives.

Recover with Me is excited to announce that Elio Scaccio has joined the organization as President. Elio brings with him an extensive background of nonprofit leadership and business development experience, along with a deep personal passion for helping those in need. He has spent decades building connections across diverse industries, leading teams, growing organizations, and championing community initiatives. Importantly, Elio has been personally touched by stories of recovery, giving him a profound understanding of the challenges faced by those we serve. His vision, expertise, and compassion for people will help us expand our reach and impact, and ensure that every person we serve knows they are loved, valued, and never alone.

If you’ve walked this road with a loved one—or if you simply feel called to help others—you’re invited to partner with us. All donations go directly toward equipping individuals in treatment facilities with the tools they need to begin again.

Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

If you’d like to request a Life Recovery Bible package for someone in need, please reach out through our Contact Us page.

If you’re interested in becoming a mentor, sponsor, or support person for someone in recovery—or volunteering to help distribute resources—we would be honored to connect with you through our Volunteer page. And if you’re someone who needs help or just someone to talk to, please know this: you are not alone. We are here for you. Please see our Resources page to obtain help and/or reach out to us through our Contact Us page.

- Carmela Kuper and Elio Scaccio

Compassion: We extend unwavering empathy and understanding, meeting individuals where they are in their journey.

Integrity: We commit to honesty, transparency, and respect in every interaction, building trust within our community.

Empowerment: We provide the tools, resources, and support necessary for individuals to reclaim their lives and thrive.

Community: We believe in the strength of connectedness, valuing the shared wisdom and support that comes from genuine human relationships.

Hope: We stand as a beacon of optimism, proving that recovery is not only possible but transformative.

At Recover with Me, our mission is to walk alongside individuals on their journey to recovery, providing hope, healing, and connection. We empower those facing addiction, mental health struggles, and suicidal crises to rediscover their purpose by bridging the gap between treatment and sustainable freedom, by providing free Life Recovery Bibles, essential resources, and a compassionate platform that links individuals with mentors and sponsors who foster lasting transformation.