by Brittany Oliver | Mar 11, 2019 | aftercare, extended care, sober living
Completing a rehab program is just the first phase of a life-long journey. There are many ups and downs throughout the recovery process and some people need more time than others to reach the same point. Regardless of how the journey has panned out, long-term sobriety...
by Brittany Oliver | Feb 27, 2019 | aftercare, sober living, transitional living
Your journey in recovery is not over once treatment is complete. Sobriety is a life-long commitment that requires continuous care to maintain. Completing treatment is a momentous achievement, but it may leave you also feeling uneasy. In rehab, you are provided with...
by Sarah Collins | Feb 19, 2019 | aftercare, sober, sober living
If you’re concerned that a friend of family member is abusing alcohol, you may be wondering how to confirm your suspicions. Because alcohol abuse can manifest differently in each individual, it’s important to know the varying signs to look for that may indicate your...
by Bethany Heinesh | Dec 31, 2018 | aftercare, life skills, sober living
When it comes to enjoying life in recovery, there are basically two stages – getting sober and staying sober. Getting sober is difficult. First, you have to make the commitment to stop taking drugs or drinking alcohol. Making the decision to get sober is usually...
by Bethany Heinesh | Dec 20, 2018 | aftercare, mental health, sober living
It is no secret that addiction messes with your mind. This is because of the prolonged, excessive use of drugs and alcohol causes significant changes in the brain. Mind-altering chemicals (like those found in alcohol or drugs like meth, cocaine, or opioids) disrupts...
by Sarah Collins | Dec 14, 2018 | aftercare, sober, sober living
The completion of a drug or alcohol treatment program is a huge accomplishment. However, for most individuals, graduating from an intensive rehab program is only the first step on the road to recovery. To maintain long-term sobriety, many people participate in what is...
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