Jan 28, 2022 | Recovery Community Development, resources, Sober living
For many in recovery, the battle for sobriety is a familiar struggle, and one that cycles back time and time again. The challenges that arise and the hurdles to overcome can seem insurmountable at times, especially in periods of instability like we all currently face....
Dec 19, 2021 | Recovery Community Development, resources, Sober living
Keeping people in housing should be a priority all year, but especially during the holiday season when the weather can be brutal and there is more cultural awareness around being home. The holiday season can be a time of joy and wonder, but it can also be immensely...
May 16, 2021 | Recovery Community Development, Sober living, tips
Alcoholism was described as a disease way back in the late 1700s by Dr. Benjamin Rush. Addiction is a brain disease marked by the inability to stop the use of alcohol or an addictive substance, regardless of the harm or negative consequences that result from its use....
May 5, 2021 | Recovery Community Development, Sober living, tips
In the last decade alone, the number of times the term “addictive personality” has been casually thrown about is impressive. It has become an addiction-concern loadstone for many individuals and impacted families. If one types into a search bar the question ‘Do I have...
Apr 29, 2021 | Recovery Community Development, Sober living, tips
As social creatures we seek out others for support and connection. But living in social groups also means adhering to social mores. It is natural for us to compare and model the behaviors of those around us. With a healthy understanding of moderation in all things,...
Apr 19, 2021 | Recovery Community Development, Sober living, tips
There are innumerable factors that contribute to the desire to get sober, and everyone’s reasons for pursuing sobriety are personal. Regardless the motivations that push us, the journey towards addiction recovery is not an easy road to follow by any stretch of the...