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It's a common and unfortunate stigma. Addiction is often thought of as a "poor person's disease." Something that only impacts lower income individuals and underperforming achievers. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. A dependency holds no prejudices and can literally strike anyone. That's...
Often times, we feel it's helpful to to explore how other big cities across the country are handling addiction. In that vein, we recently ran across an article that highlighted Seattle, Washington and its progressive approach to the opioid crisis. Their tactics are quite different...
We've mentioned many times before how an outlet like social media can make a huge difference in the world of recovery. And as a recent Good Morning America segment proved, that is definitely still the case. Last week, Tennessee couple Brent and Ashley Walker were...
It is nice to see recovery advocates take a stand on a local level. And in our home state of California, students from Fresno-based Roosevelt High School are sending out a clear message about the dangers of alcohol. To their credit, the campaign has become so notable...
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 love hearing about communities banding together to help fight addiction. And over in Delaware, a strong movement has been taking place to bring awareness and support for the recovery cause. Thanks to an organization called atTAcK Addiction, more than 3,000 local people united to run...
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...
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...
Over the past few months, The Huffington Post has been publishing a series of personal stories about America's opioid crisis. This included personal journeys from parents of those addicted, first responders and (more recently) educators. Though we may not realize it, teachers are often on the front...
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...
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...
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...
Here's a note to take down: The next time you happen to visit Lexington, Kentucky, set aside some time to enjoy a home cooked meal at DV8 Kitchen. Not only is the acclaimed eatery (with 185 five-star Yelp reviews) serving customers top-notch food, it is also...
Up in the northern California city of Richmond, an exciting movement took place last month. Neighbors, friends and community members united to spread the word about addiction within the Native American community. To help gather charity funds and media attention, the group organized a very successful Walk For Sobriety;...
The opioid crisis is certainly wreaking havoc across all segments of America's population. And one group that has been hit particularly hard are military veterans. To help bring that issue to the forefront, famed Delta Force operator Norman Hooten is launching a campaign to assist current and former servicemen...
Recently, an independent coffee brand called Sober Joe began grinding beans for a very good cause. Launched and distributed by a former alcoholic, it has gone on to serve two important purposes. One is to deliver a quality product that can help people get through long days....
Over the years, we've shared numerous ways that families across the country have honored loved ones who have succumbed to addiction. And one recent story caught our attention, as well as the writers from USA Today. In an article that is now going viral, the famed...
Though he played amazingly for teams like the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets, former NBA star Chris Herren may actually leave a bigger legacy for his outstanding recovery work. Since his retirement from professional sports, Chris has spearheaded a growing movement to get people clean and help families impacted...
If you follow the VRC blogs, then you're well aware of our Spotlight Series; where we highlight inspirational recovery advocates and the work they're doing to promote sobriety. Sometimes it's a politician, sometimes it's a celebrity and other times, it's an everyday person who has an...
In our blogs, we often talk about the family members, spouses and co-workers of people who may be dealing with an addiction. But one area that does tend to get overlooked is the part a friend may play in this scenario. NBC's The TODAY Show did a...
