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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...
As we all know, addiction can hit people across every state and in every different line of work. Even acclaimed heroes like first responders can fall victim to a dependency, especially as the opioid epidemic continues to ravage the U.S. Well in a very positive...
What triggers the need to use, or a relapse for that matter? Could it be the sight of a certain substance? Or perhaps the sensation you recall about the particular high it omits? Well, scientists in South Carolina are working to explore that concept and...
With the rise of YouTube and social media networks, people's lives can now be put on display without their knowledge or consent. And that can certainly be a consideration if you're battling an addiction. As several overdose survivors explained in a new article on The Hamilton...
As we wind down the holiday season, there are still a few important seasonal stories worth sharing. One, in particular, has to do with a series of viral Christmas lights from Bel Air, Maryland. Jim Kurtz and his family have been proudly displaying their electrical extravaganza since...
As addictions become more prominent across the U.S. (thanks, in part, to the opioid crisis), conversations do appear to be shifting. Though we're still a far way from where we want to be, we have seen progress when it comes to de-stigmatizing these issues and...
Thankfully for most of us, the holidays mean extra down time to relax and be with family. If you do have more quiet moments this December, we highly recommend adding some important recovery books to your reading list. TheFix.com did a fantastic job outlining some key literature to...
We've always been a fan of the Men's Health magazine and not just because we run a sober living home for men. Its purpose is to inspire guys of all ages to live a better lifestyle, with an emphasis on weight loss, fitness and clean living. The...
With the holidays upon us, many people have time off and can finally catch up on the movies and shows they were too busy to watch earlier in the year. In that vein, we highly recommend setting aside an evening to watch the new film,...
These past few weeks have brought about some heartbreaking headlines for SoCal residents. From the tragic Borderline shooting in Thousand Oaks, to the devastating Woolsey Fire that continues to burn; we are sending our love and support to everyone who has been impacted. The fires, in...
Every November, the city of New York organizes one of the country's biggest (and longest) marathons. Spanning nearly 30 miles, the united run through the Big Apple gathers tens of thousands of people; building unity and encouraging health and fitness. Well among the most recent...
It's a sad fact that fraudulent recovery centers exist throughout our country, preying on addicted patients with insurance scams and unethical treatment. And in our own backyard of Orange County, California these types of clinics appear to be on the rise. To help combat this epidemic, officials...
This week, we are tipping our hats to acting legend Jamie Lee Curtis. As the headliner in America's number one movie (the spooky remake of Halloween), she could most certainly use this moment to tout her next movie, her side projects or what have you. But instead, Ms....
If you've been keeping up with the entertainment sites, then you're well aware that one of the buzziest movies of the season in the big screen drama A Star Is Born. The film (which stars Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga) has been getting rave reviews and creating extreme emotional...
For those lucky enough to never battle an addiction, the concept of "relapsing" can seem hard to grasp. People can often feel anger or betrayal towards a loved one who uses again, without ever realizing the pain that they're experiencing. This certainly shouldn't be a...
Earlier this month, the popular news site VICE published an important expose of the popular Dopey Podcast. Chronicling its recent rise to the top of the iTunes chart, writer Emily J. Sullivan covered Dopey's long, tumultuous and tragic popularity spike. Sadly, part of the reason that Dopey got on so many people's radars was...
There are many unsung heroes in our industry. People who make real progress in legitimizing what we do, but aren't regularly featured in the national news. Thankfully, this past month The New York Times made a point to pay tribute to a key contributor to the recovery...
This week, pop culture fans got a dose of saddening news with the passing of actor and Kennedy cousin Christopher Lawford. While he will undoubtedly be remembered for his famous familial ties, Christopher is also being acknowledged for the tremendous work he did to publicize sobriety...
It's hard to believe that it's been a full year since we discussed the charity-driven Rock To Recovery concert. Now the event is coming back for a third time and with a bigger lineup than ever before. Music icons like Moby and the metal group Steel Panther will be part of this...
