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A Message From Our Staff
Our CEO, Tim, took time out of his weekend to stop by our booth and chat with community members!
The slight fog isn't stopping these Saturday Market shoppers! Join them to check out all the vendors, pick up some produce, and enjoy the fall colors! Be sure to stop by our booth!
#Meetourstaff
Many people look to counselors to give them inspiration and hope, but lately, the opposite has been true for Meghan. As a Substance Use Counselor at Clear Paths, the resiliency of the people she supports has inspired her. “The current climate of our world (COVID-19, violent protests, wildfires, etc.) has pushed many of us to the brink,” Meghan said. “For individuals who struggle with addiction, remaining abstinent is a battle in and of itself. Adding these unprecedented occurrences has increased stress, anxiety, panic, and fear in our clients. To witness their ability to continue to reach out to their support systems, including Bridgeway and Clear Paths, despite their mounting stress levels, is very inspirational.” While Clear Paths’ services have shifted to a virtual platform right now, Meghan has seen the benefit of telehealth. “Being reachable at times when I am at home or normally unavailable has allowed me to be there for clients more consistently,” Meghan said. Meghan believes that empathy and withholding judgment are important qualities for counselors to possess, because they’re asking clients to be vulnerable and honest about their life so that they may be successful in treatment. But even for individuals who may not complete treatment on their first, second, or third attempt, Meghan knows value can be found in each experience and she derives joy from supporting them. “Participating in their journey is an honor,” she said. Other things Meghan finds joy in? “If I were stuck on a deserted island and could pick three things to have with me (aside from food and water), I would choose my family, some form of music playing ability, and art supplies.”
Today is the last day of National Recovery Month and National Suicide Awareness Month, but for us, this work never stops.
We're here for you, no matter the day, week, month, or year. Keep leaning on us, keep believing in hope, and keep finding the light.
Bridgeway: (503) 363-2021
Clear Paths: (503) 304-7002
#NationalRecoveryMonth #NationalSuicideAwarenessMonth #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #recovery
Today is the last day to register and submit your time for our virtual Run for Recovery! You can submit your time through the end of the day today!
www.bridgewayrecoverywalkrun.org
Thank you to everyone who has registered and participated! It's inspiring to see so many people supporting recovery and fighting the stigma against mental illness and addiction. 💪❤️
We'd love to hear why you participated this year! Share in the comments below! #whatsyourwhy #BridgewayStrong ❤
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There are a few things William knows for sure: he’s covered in tattoos, being too afraid to take chances in life isn’t really living, and if he can recover from addiction, anyone can.
“I don’t think I’m the brightest bulb in the package, but I was able to get two college degrees, I have a wonderful family, and things are good. You just gotta take that chance and do the work,” he said. Unfortunately, William thinks that most people view addiction as a lapse of willpower, not as an illness. But in his opinion, a little compassion can go a long way. “[We should] put ourselves into that person’s shoes as much as possible, especially nowadays,” William said. “Most of them are at the end of their rope.” It’s easy for William to extend this compassion to those in our detox program because when he was in their position, people did the same for him. “They gave to me and now I can give back,” he said. ”I’ve completed the circle.” As Bridgeway’s Nurse Supervisor, William provides support to Bridgeway’s nursing team. “Our nursing staff are dedicated and everyone does their job with a level of care that I haven’t seen before,” William said. He makes sure the staff show this same care to themselves by carving out time to recharge their batteries often. To recharge his own batteries, William loves to garden, hike, and spend time with his ducks and chickens in his “cluck sanctuary.”
It's been a ruff year, but we're making the best of it. 🐶😷
If you need support, we're here for you!
Bridgeway: (503) 363-2021
Clear Paths: (503) 304-7002
It's that spooktacular time of year again!
While Halloween might look a little differently this year due to COVID, some people might still decide to dress up. If you are, make sure your costume doesn't perpetuate hurtful mental illness stigma.
Costumes like "mental patients" and haunted houses with "insane asylum" themes reinforce painful stereotypes of those who struggle with mental illness, depicting them as dangerous and unpredictable. This is unfair and untrue, and this stigma can prevent those who need support from seeking it.
This Halloween, be safe and be kind. 🎃
Bridgeway: (503) 363-2021
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
#Halloween #EndtheStigma #mentalhealth
#MondayMotivation
There has been quite a bit of attention recently about House Bill 110. This bill aims to reclassify personal drug possession offenses from Class A misdemeanors to Class E violations.
Read the stance our CEO, Tim Murphy, has taken on it, along with Paul Coelho, Medical Director of the Salem Health Pain Clinic.
STATESMANJOURNAL.COM
Measure 110 would take away addiction treatment and cost lives
Tune in with us at 8:40 a.m. tomorrow on KBZY 1490 AM Radio for interview one of a four-part series!
#problemgambling
TUE, NOV 17 AT 8:30 AM PST
Reflect, Resource, Renew - A Problem Gambling Discussion
#MondayMotivation
Did you know that Oregon ranks number one in the nation for the highest rate of homeless youth? What's more, two thirds of these youth go on to remain permanently homeless, a problem that disproportionately affects people of color.
We must take action to combat this tragic trend.
"We need to address the root cause of homelessness, not be reactive to the result of it," said Tim Murphy, CEO of Bridgeway Recovery Services. "At Bridgeway, our goal is to help people find safe living spaces and inspire hope where they can see a positive and productive future."
We were proud to be a part of the Oregon Health Forum's important discussion on the homelessness crisis with key partners doing great work in our community. We have a long way to go, but together we can make lasting change.
"Here's the bottom line: doing good is good for you."
#WorldKindessDay
CNN.COM
World Kindness Day 2020: 25 ways to be kind today
Video games, music, and...therapy? Have fun while getting the support you need! Learn more below!
We're proud to collaborate with Salem-Keizer Public Schools to help students find happiness and success.
Salem-Keizer Public Schools
November 12 at 2:23 PM ·
Bridgeway – Free Services for all students
Did you know that Bridgeway Recovery Services has services specifically designed to support teens? Services are free of charge for all middle and high school SKPS students and opportunities for services are available Monday through Friday. You can see all upcoming service offerings on Bridgeway Recovery Services website.
Adolescent Services:
Student Support Group
Parent Support Group
DJ Music Group
Bridgeway Beats Music Group
Twitch Interactive Game Streaming
Outdoor Activity Group
Learn more about Bridgeway Adolescent Services: https://salkeiz.k12.or.us/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Services-for-SKSD.pdf
2020 has been a trying year for many. From a pandemic to raging wildfires, almost everyone has been touched in some way by the events that have taken place.
To help make things a bit easier for those impacted by the wildfires, we wanted to give back. Along with the help of generous community partners, were honored to be able to do so! We donated 100 backpacks filled with items for students in the Santiam Canyon. We hope it lightens their burdens a little this holiday season and into the new year.
See the full story here! https://bridgewayrecovery.com/news.php
TUE, MAR 30 AT 10:30 AM PDT
Gambling In Sight: Seeing Problem Gambling in 2021
"Tim Murphy, executive director of Bridgeway Recovery Services in Salem, supported decriminalizing drugs but opposed the measure because it lacked specifics around treatment. He said, however, that turning legislators toward overhauling the state’s system where there has been little political will to do so in the past is positive.
'I’m really optimistic and hopeful,' Murphy said."
SALEMREPORTER.COM
Oregon launches into expanded addiction treatment - with little evidence of what works
#MondayMotivation
#BlackHistoryMonth
#dontgiveup
The Rolling Bridgeway Cafe is at HOME Youth Services.
January 27 at 10:42 AM · Salem, OR ·
We were proud to provide a warm meal in the snow yesterday to our unsheltered neighbors and youth for the annual point in time count, which helps determine how many people in our community are houseless.
Job losses due to COVID and wildfire displacement have left more people in our community without a home than ever, and our community's work to end homelessness will continue to be challenging. In the meantime, we hope a warm meal and smile yesterday could lift some spirits.
#MondayMotivation