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Alumni Spotlight – Tony D

Alumni Spotlight - Tony D Tony D May 2021 Once upon a time a long time ago on Oct 7, 2016 I almost lost my joy. You see I had been drinking and drugging my whole life, and on that night, I went to the green room and met up with an old friend, and we shot...

Asking for Help – Some Ways to Make it Easier

Asking for Help - Some Ways to Make it Easier R. Zuppardo 4/1/21 Asking for help is the most difficult thing someone suffering from addiction can do. It takes courage, and strength, and support. Here are a few ways you can ask for help to gain control over your life away from addiction. 1. Write a letter or...

Dealing with Anxiety at Home

Dealing with Anxiety at Home Katherine Quayhagen 5/14/20 The recent upheaval in our daily lives due to coronavirus has left many feeling scattered, uprooted, and anxious. For those in recovery, these emotions can be a slippery slope. Although being at home can feel like our usual support resources are no longer available, we can shift our perspective...

What to Expect in your First Year of Recovery

What to Expect in your First Year of Recovery When a loved one enters treatment for substance abuse, many family members may rejoice over their loved one’s decision and effort to treat their disease. The amount of therapy, education, and building of sober support while in treatment can be a major boon to the addict...

One Day at a Time… Even During a Pandemic

One Day at a Time… Even During a Pandemic With all the anxiety surrounding the coronavirus it can be really stressful for people in Recovery. Sobriety in our community is of the utmost importance when it comes to our day to day lives, especially at a time of intense stress or crisis. But the common...

Finding Treatment 101: How to Select a Program

Finding Treatment 101: How to Select a Program By Holland Counce, Director of Admissions *This should only be used for educational purposes. Every healthcare provider, insurance plan, and state have different regulations, requirements, and policies that determine how care is delivered and covered. This is only meant to provide some basic information in the hopes of...