Volunteering not only helps your community, it also helps you, too. When you volunteer, you experience many benefits that strengthen your sobriety. Discover how volunteering can be good for you and how you can get started. Volunteering — It’s Good for Your Sobriety When you give back to society and help others, you can: Make … Continued
If you’re anticipating your loved one’s return home from rehab, you’re probably proud, nervous and excited at the same time. It is not as scary and uncertain a time as when they went into rehab, but there are still a lot of emotions involved. Part of you is happy to have your loved one back … Continued
There is no doubt that, for many addicts, facing their addictions head-on at a rehabilitation facility can be a difficult process. But what loved ones often do not plan for — are the even more difficult days following an addict’s time at a recovery center. The truth is, the first few weeks after rehab can … Continued
Okay, so you are considering entering a rehab treatment program. Have you considered what life after rehab is like? What happens when you leave the facility? Where and how does one begin a clean and sober life? What are the steps you can take now to start planning for long-term recovery? Life after rehab needs … Continued