The passing of this courageous former First Lady reminds us of all she did for the world or recovery and treatment.
Betty Ford was laid to rest last week and was remembered as a First Lady, cancer survivor and an activist. But those in the recovery community memorialized her for her groundbreaking work in the field of addiction treatment. A recovering alcoholic herself, Ford was honest about her addiction at a time when these things just weren’t discussed publically. As a result, she was able to help lessen the stigma from the disease of addiction, making it easier for those who are afflicted to seek help.
Her legacy laid the groundwork for what we continue to do, day in and day out, providing treatment to individuals who are able to ask for help because she made it less taboo. (more…)
When considering treatment for a chemical dependency for yourself or a loved one, the first inclination is find a center close to home. But many who enter treatment do so in another state. Why go so far for a service you can get in your own neighborhood?
Before entering any reputable treatment center, the staff should conduct an in-depth interview to make sure they know what your needs are and whether they are prepared to help you on your journey to recovery. Sometimes, though, even with the best of intentions, you find that you need to make a change. 
You or someone you love has decided to get treatment for a substance abuse issue. That’s a huge first step and one to be congratulated, but in our consumer society even rehab has become something that is subject to shopping around. There are more choices and options than ever before. Private rooms or an ocean view may sound great, but there are much more important “amenities” when it comes to getting clean. 