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In the digital age, "influencers" have become a hot commodity. You'll see them on social media outlets like Instagram and YouTube; broadcasting messages to a large and dedicated audience. Now, it appears, influencers are emerging within the recovery space, using their massive followings to spread...
There is no doubt that addiction and sobriety are serious subjects. But sometimes, it is important to take a step back and embrace humor throughout the experience. Laughter, of course, is therapeutic during grief, sadness and the process of getting clean. That is why we...
Graduating from a recovery program is an exhilarating experience. But, truth be told, there are still many more hurdles to overcome once you begin integrating yourself back into the work force. Sadly, many corporate organizations may shun former addicts; particularly if their old references deem...
It's still very sad to see the stigmas that surround addiction. Too often, people are branded in a negative light after overcoming a dependency; which, in turn, leads them to hide the fact that they successfully achieved sobriety. The truth of the matter is, there...
This past week, NPR published an alarming story about discrepancies happening in the way our nation is reacting to the opioid crisis. Thankfully advancements have been made; particularly with the treatment drug buprenorphine, which has been shown to curb cravings and reduce overdoses. But access...
Tackling addiction on a national level is certainly no easy task. And if you were to quantify it (tallying up resources and expenses), there is no doubt that you would be faced with a hefty price tag. But how much would it realistically cost to...
If you follow our blogs, then you're well aware of the research stories that we regularly publish. Progress in this field is absolutely fascinating and can make a real difference in the way we view recovery treatments. Well, of course, those studies need to have...
There is no denying that certain animals can bring a real sense of healing for those in recovery. We have seen it ourselves with practices like Wolf Therapy, or even with dogs and cats. Well, as new research out of Canada is showing, horses appear...
This time of year, it's common for the word "tax" to appear in news headlines. But aside from the big April deadline, there is one other story about this subject that might pique the interest of people in our industry. That would be a recent...
We always keep our eye out for innovative sobriety tactics happening throughout the country. And this past week, Massachusetts made headlines for kicking off a revolutionary new recovery program within their prison system. In partnership with the state's Department of Corrections, local officials will now be offering opioid...
It is common knowledge that "supply and demand" drives how modern businesses operate. And in recent months, that model appears to shifting away from wine and spirits. Bars now specialize in making more booze-free mocktails, non-alcoholic beer sales are on the rise and a newer...
If you're familiar with our practices at VRC, then you're well aware of the Art Therapy program we have in place and how it has helped countless alumni successfully complete their recovery journeys. Well, truth be told, it's a practice that's seeing success nationwide. And even more exciting...
Over the history of our blogs, we've explored many unconventional ways to overcome addictions. Whether it's wolf therapy, archery or what have you; a physical outlet can be a very good thing when you need to erase a bad habit from your psyche. And over...
With millions of viewers around the world, it's safe to say that the Ultimate Fighting Championship (aka the UFC) knows how to leave a lasting impact. And this month, company president Dana White is using that clout for a noble cause. Via viral YouTube videos and pre-rolls before fights, his...
We are always interested in hearing about new and unique approaches to recovery. And over in Canada, a noted treatment center is testing out a prize reward system for those who can successfully conquer their addictions. Obviously a tactic like this can sound controversial, but...
With the rise of the opioid crisis, it's natural to see more treatment clinics pop up with the intent to free people of their addictions. And while there are certainly scrupulous characters in the mix, there are also facilities that mean well but lack fundamental...
As we all know, recovery is nationwide and people in different states have different approaches on how to treat addiction. Over in Alaska, for example, a special movement is taking place which aims to remove stigmas and educate citizens about the power of treatment. We've mentioned...
We can certainly learn a lot from other big cities across the country. Though we're west coast based, we continuously have our eye on what's happening in New York and the progress that Andrew Cuomo is making in the fight against addiction. This week, the noted governor...
If you happen to follow Valley Recovery Center, then you're probably well aware of the Facebook Alumni Group we set up and how it has been helping people who have been through our program. On pages like these, followers are welcome to post their thoughts, find support...
For the past several years, we have proudly attended The Experience, Strength and Hope Awards; which honors addiction survivors. And 2019 marks a very special occasion for this event, as ESH (as we like to put it) celebrates its 10th anniversary. To commemorate that milestone, the February 28...
