Lori McCarthy – Celebrating 33 Years of Sobriety
It was a simple Facebook post, but behind the message was so much more: 33 years of sobriety and a journey into recovery that was mentored by [...]
Dan’s Story – A Father Celebrates One Year of Sobriety
In honor of Father’s Day we are grateful to share the recovery story of one of our former guests which highlights a family’s journey and the healing [...]
Why Proper Nutrition is Essential in Early Recovery
Proper nutrition is always good for your body and brain, however, when recovering from substance use disorder it is essential to eat properly for several important reasons. [...]
Opiate Addiction – How Opiates Affect The Brain & Body
We hear all about opiates (and opioids, which are used interchangeably for the purposes of this post because opiates and opioids affect the same receptors in the brain) and [...]
How Alcohol Affects the Body and Mind – Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and it's a good time to revisit how alcohol affects the body and the mind. Alcohol is so pervasive in our society, it is [...]
5 Physical Benefits of Quitting Alcohol
Deciding to stop drinking can be daunting, as for most people getting sober involves a lifestyle change of some kind. From who you spend time with to how you fill [...]