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What to Do if Your Loved One is Suicidal

June 28, 2021

If you think that your loved one is suicidal, we understand how scary that might be. We know you might be afraid that you won’t say the right thing or you may not be sure how to get them the help they need. If someone you love is contemplating suicide, here are some ways you can help them:

Confronting the Fear of Recovery: Your Guide to Feeling Less Afraid

June 21, 2021

We want to remind you that there are people in your corner that will fight for you and help you feel less afraid. You don’t have to feel afraid of your recovery, because you are not going to be going through it alone.

Coping When You Lose Someone You Love to Addiction

June 14, 2021

Losing someone you love to addiction is a very difficult grief and loss to go through. We understand the many feelings you may have and that processing those emotions can almost feel impossible. There is no one way to cope; everyone copes in their own way and on their own terms.

Make it Work for You: How to Make Treatment Work for You

May 3, 2021

Recovery and treatment are not a one-size-fits-all approach. While in treatment, the program should begin by looking at the whole you, not just treating the addiction. It’s not just the program that needs to look at the whole you, you also need to make the treatment work for you. Here are a few steps you can take for yourself to prepare for treatment and make it work for you:

Lean on Your Support System: How to Create a Support System for Your Recovery

April 26, 2021

Having a strong, solid support system is an essential in your recovery. Recovery from a substance use disorder is a lifelong process, but when you a group of people in your corner to encourage you and be by your side, you’ll find peace of mind while recovery.

How Do I Know What’s Right For Me?: Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing an Addiction Treatment Center

April 19, 2021

Now that you are in the place where you are ready to get the help you need, it’s time to find a facility that can give you the proper treatment and, just as importantly, treat you with dignity and respect. Here’s our guide on the questions you need to ask yourself as you’re searching for the right treatment facility: