Reprieve: Rooftop Kickback
We’ve started the summer in a blaze of sober glory and plan on keeping it that way… in the sunshine, on a rooftop. ☀️ Read More
The Importance of Finding Acceptance on My Mental Health Journey | Nami Guest Post
Acceptance.
In one word, that is how I cope with mental illness and the emotional journey to find effective treatment. Read More
LGBTQI+ Youth – Like All Americans, They Deserve Evidence-Based Care | Samhsa Guest Post
“Affirming a transgender child’s identity is one of the best things a parent, teacher, or doctor can do to help keep children from harm….” President Biden Read More
Subtle Signs of Relapse You May Not Be Aware Of
No matter how far you are into your recovery, triggers are inevitable. Life can get stressful, and it’s important to recognize the people, places, or situations that might exacerbate substance cravings. Read More
Early Intervention Can Save Lives | Nami Guest Post
The first three months of 2022 has been riddled with stories and statistics of young people struggling. And we just don’t seem to see an end to it. Read More
Reprieve: Rooftop Kickback Sober Memorial Day Party
The forecast for today is warm, sunny, beautiful, sober, and sweaty 😝☀️🕺🏽🧡 We work hard at building a beautiful, safe space for EVERYONE who wants to enjoy a clean & sober time. This wouldn’t be possible without a community that believes in what we do. Read More
Knowing and Managing My Triggers | Nami Guest Post
Recently I was watching one of my favorite movies, “A Few Good Men.” I had been a fan of the movie, a legal drama about marines, even before I joined the army. It features incredible performances from its A-list cast and a good “twist and turn” storyline. At one point in the movie, two marines participate in a hazing incident in which they are ordered to put a tainted rag down another marine’s throat and tape his mouth shut. Read More
HOPE: A New App for Those Struggling with Opioids
Last week I was talking to a co-worker about the opioid epidemic. In truth, I forget why it was mentioned, but what struck me about the conversation was when I said opioids were still a serious issue, and my coworker replied, “really? That’s still a problem?” Read More
The Commute
Morning after morning for
the past two and a half years,
I walk down the same street
to get to work, and then
I walk back in the afternoon. Read More
Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives and Aren’t “Heroin Shooting Galleries” As Those Less Informed on Harm Reduction May Lead You to Believe | Opinion
Today is our nation’s first-ever National Fentanyl Awareness Day. This makes today, now more than ever, a fitting time to reflect on OPCs and their place in our city and our community. Far too many lives have been lost to the overdose and addiction crisis this country is facing. Action needs to be taken before any more lives are lost to overdoses, which are reversible with the use of naloxone and the integration of more OPCs. Read More
Just The Facts: Friend in Recovery? How to Have Their Back | Safe Project
“JUST THE FACTS” is a series focused on substance use and mental health written especially for young adults and their parents. It’s easy to understand and judgment-free, giving young adults just the facts they need to help them make informed choices. Read More