NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a FREE, 10-session course for adults living with mental health challenges. NAMI Peer‐to‐Peer provides an educational setting focused on recovery that offers respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. The NAMI Peer-to-Peer education program is: FREE and confidential Held once a week for two hours Taught by trained Peer Mentors living in recovery themselves…
It is possible to enjoy the holidays without alcohol. Great info inspired by our friends at Soberlink The holiday season celebrations often include alcohol, which can be a huge challenge for those who are in recovery. Parties and gatherings can be particularly difficult, especially if family dynamics are involved which can increase the urge to…
*If you are concerned about the immediate safety of your friend or family member: Call 911 If you suspect a friend or family member is in an abusive relationship, talking with them about it can be hard. The most important thing you can do is to let them know that they have support and options…
Holidays are meant to be a light and joyous time of year but they can often become stressful when dealing with difficult family members. Because alcohol (and drugs) are often used as a coping mechanism, family gatherings can quickly turn into a place of conflict between loved ones. So how do you deal with a…
Celebrate safely this holiday season. Impaired driving includes distracted driving, drugged driving, and drunk driving. Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of responsibility this holiday season. Before you start drinking, designate your sober driver or plan a safe ride home such as Uber or Lyft. If you will not be drinking, offer to…
Treatment for Addiction is not a “One Size Fits All”. Someone you care about is drinking too much and/or doing drugs. You see them getting worse. It’s like you don’t know who they are anymore. They are breaking your trust, failing in their responsibilities; you talk to them …but nothing. What can you do? You…
