Watch Doug Tieman’s message for alumni as he shares the news that he will be stepping down as CEO and President of Caron on June 30, 2021.
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A Special Message for Caron Alumni, Donors, and Friends
Don’t forget to register for our 9th Annual Recovery for Life Virtual Celebration on Oct. 28!
We’re excited to welcome back Cynthia Steele Vance as our Mistress of Ceremonies as we honor this year’s Richard J. Caron Excellence Award recipients and raise funds for treatment scholarships.
For more information, click here: https://www.caron.org/events/116879097527
We’re excited to announce our 5th Annual Addiction Research Symposium!
Held in partnership with the American Society of Addiction Medicine - ASAM, this virtual event will showcase the latest evidence-based practices, treatment models and cutting-edge research. Over the course of five weeks, leading experts from across the country will enlighten the audience about current and future treatment possibilities being explored by researchers today. This program is designed for those already working in the field of substance use disorder treatment or with individuals with SUD, and is worth up to 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
You can register for the symposium, which will be held on Wednesdays from Oct. 21 to Nov. 18, here: https://elearning.asam.org/products/caron-treatment-centers-5th-annual-addiction-research-symposium-a-webinar-series
We’re proud to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention on the Opioid Abuse Prevention Podcast series!
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October 1 at 12:34 PM ·
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and Big Brothers Big Sisters is committed to providing support and educational training to our Littles and their families, too.
In partnership with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and Caron Treatment Centers, we’re launching a new Opioid Abuse Prevention Podcast Series resource. You can read more here: https://bit.ly/2SiisW5
And here's a link to the episode: Thriving Despite Trauma--Practical Strategies for Instilling Resiliency in Youth.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
October 1 at 12:34 PM ·
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and Big Brothers Big Sisters is committed to providing support and educational training to our Littles and their families, too.
In partnership with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and Caron Treatment Centers, we’re launching a new Opioid Abuse Prevention Podcast Series resource. You can read more here: https://bit.ly/2SiisW5
And here's a link to the episode: Thriving Despite Trauma--Practical Strategies for Instilling Resiliency in Youth.
https://bbbsa.wistia.com/medias/tsgj2e0pcq
We’re pleased to announce that we are now an in-network substance use disorder treatment provider for Aetna.
This new agreement ensures that the high quality, evidence-based programs at our Pennsylvania campus are available to more individuals and families, putting them on the pathway to building a fulfilling life in recovery.
This agreement is also an expansion of our existing insurance agreements with insurers like Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, UPMC, AmeriHealth New Jersey, and Independence Blue Cross, and is part of a push to make substance use disorder treatment more accessible.
Visit our website for more information on our insurance options: https://www.caron.org/lp/insurance-options
Jonathan Saltzburg, Executive Director of College Success and Career Services at Caron, spoke with The Baltimore Sun about the importance of a continuum of care for teens in recovery and the challenges they are dealing with during the pandemic.
Recovery high schools, he said, can provide a supportive, drug-free environment that allow teens time to develop the coping mechanisms they need to lay the foundation for long term sobriety.
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Phoenix Academy, Maryland’s only recovery high school, begins its first school year
For teens across America, the start of the 2020 school year did not resemble the opening of a John Hughes movie.
Caregivers and parents can help teens thrive during these challenging times by practicing transparent communication and managing expectations.
Read more: https://www.caron.org/blog/when-upheaval-is-the-norm-how-to-help-your-teen
Taking care of ourselves first makes us more capable to take care of others.
On #WorldMentalHealthDay, it’s important for both healthcare professionals and patients alike to recognize the importance of practicing self-compassion. Dr. Maggie Tipton shares ways to be kinder to yourself in this blog:
https://www.caron.org/blog/self-compassion-is-a-necessary-survival-skill
ICYMI, our Executive Director of College Success and Career Services, Jonathan Saltzburg, spoke with The Baltimore Sun about recovery high schools and the importance of a continuum of care for teens in recovery.
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Phoenix Academy, Maryland’s only recovery high school, begins its first school year
Caron President and CEO, Doug Tieman, spoke to Treatment Magazine about his career in the treatment sector, the critical importance of research and outcomes and improving access to ethical, quality care.
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5 Ways Caron CEO Doug Tieman Has Helped Change Treatment | Treatment Magazine
Our 5th annual Addiction Research Symposium starts in less than two weeks!
Held in partnership with the American Society of Addiction Medicine - ASAM, this virtual series will highlight cutting-edge research and evidence-based practices, and feature experts from the The National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA, Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and more.
For more information on programming and registration, click here: https://elearning.asam.org/products/caron-treatment-centers-5th-annual-addiction-research-symposium-a-webinar-series
Our boundaries with others directly impact how we are treated in our relationships, but people who suffer from love addiction often never develop a healthy set of boundaries to begin with.
In our latest blog, we discuss how recognizing their boundary styles can help patients make healthier relationship choices and heal from past trauma. Read more: https://www.caron.org/blog/love-addiction-and-the-draw-of-toxic-relationships
Have you listened to our new podcast with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America?
Episode three of the Opioid Abuse Prevention Podcast is available now.
Featuring our Clinical Supervisor of Trauma Services, Dr. Ramona Roberts, and our Director of Community Education, Christine Storm, the latest episode discusses the intersection of traumatic childhood experiences and substance use disorder, and how adults can help instill resilience in children and teens.
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Episode 3: Thriving Despite Trauma - Practical Strategies for Instilling Resiliency in Youth
As COVID-19 continues to spread across the country, college students now face increasing isolation as universities are shut down or put into quarantine.
Join us on Friday, November 20, for a virtual discussion on helping students manage mental health issues and substance use during this time of increased stress and uncertainty.
Register for the webinar, which is held in partnership with the Ambler Counseling Center, here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_US_3jRTmQ16UdF5o85lxfQ
Our 5th annual Addiction Research Symposium is just a week away!
Did you know that participants can earn up to 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits by attending this virtual program? Held in partnership with the American Society of Addiction Medicine - ASAM, this symposium will cover topics such as medical marijuana, Alcoholics Anonymous, and how COVID-19 is influencing substance use disorder treatment.
Register here: https://elearning.asam.org/products/caron-treatment-centers-5th-annual-addiction-research-symposium-a-webinar-series#tab-product_tab_overview
We’re excited to announce that our President and CEO, Doug Tieman, will be recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Drug and Alcohol Service Providers Organization of Pennsylvania!
“Doug’s 25 years of guidance and leadership in the field has made all of us stronger and better,” says Deb Beck, President of DASPOP, who credits Tieman’s indelible contributions to the treatment sector with having helped thousands struggling with SUD.
DASPOP will recognize Tieman during its virtual Celebration of Recovery on Thursday, October 15. Click here for more information: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/daspop-to-award-doug-tieman-with-lifetime-achievement-award
We must change the way we approach substance use disorder in this country in order to effectively combat the addiction crisis.
In order to do this, we must:
- Train today’s doctors on the fundamentals of addiction treatment
- Change the way medical students learn about addiction
- Support legislative efforts that address the unmet need for quality treatment
Dr. Joseph Garbely, our EVP/Chief Medical Officer, explains more:
https://www.caron.org/blog/drive-for-substantive-change-in-addiction-treatment #TreatmentWeek
“If you have students leaving college campuses that need support and may not be doing well at home and need structure and communal support, we’re able to offer that in a safe and effective way.”
Our Semester of Support program offers college students with mental health and substance use disorders holistic treatment and therapy. Read more in Addiction Professional below.
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Caron Program Offers Support for Struggling College Students
Mixing alcohol with medications like benzodiazepines and sleeping aids can have deadly consequences.
It’s important that both physicians and patients alike are aware of the dangerous ramifications of drinking while taking prescription medicine.
Here are 11 questions primary care providers should discuss with their patients in order to avoid these complications.
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Most doctors only receive a few hours of training in addiction medicine during medical school.
While we’ve seen the medical community mobilize in reaction to the opioid crisis, we need to continue to educate physicians about how to identify at-risk behavior and refer patients to treatment specialists.
Dr. Joseph Garbely, our EVP/Chief Medical Officer, highlights best practices physicians can adopt in relation to treating addiction: https://www.caron.org/blog/what-family-doctors-need-to-know-about-addiction #TreatmentWeek
Our CEO Doug Tieman recently spoke with Treatment Magazine about how the sector can continue to work together to expand access to quality care.
Read his thoughts below.
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5 Ways Caron CEO Doug Tieman Has Helped Change Treatment | Treatment Magazine
Did you know that our Pennsylvania treatment programs are now in-network with Aetna?
Caron is committed to helping our patients afford quality care. You can explore our insurance and payment options here: https://www.caron.org/admissions/payment-and-insurance-options
Our 9th Annual Recovery for Life Celebration is tonight!
Join us as we honor this year’s Richard J. Caron Excellence Award recipients, Admiral James “Sandy” Winnefeld, Jr., USN (Ret.) and Mrs. Mary Winnefeld, while raising scholarship funds for individuals seeking treatment.
There’s still time to register for this virtual event. Click here to reserve your spot: https://www.caron.org/events/116879097527
Tomorrow Dr. John Kelly of Harvard Medical School will join us for the second session of our 5th annual Addiction Research Symposium.
Register to listen to his insights on Alcoholics Anonymous and Twelve-Step facilitation treatments:
https://elearning.asam.org/products/caron-treatment-centers-5th-annual-addiction-research-symposium-a-webinar-series#tab-product_tab_overview
Caron CEO Doug Tieman recently joined the Behavioral Healthcare Executive podcast to share how his own recovery influenced his leadership and management style, and what’s next for him and the treatment sector as a whole.
Listen here: https://www.psychcongress.com/multimedia/bhe-podcast-episode-013-doug-tieman-caron-treatment-centers-president-and-ceo
Thank you to everyone who virtually attended our recent New York Gala and Berks Dinner!
In the past six months, we’ve had to re-imagine our fundraising efforts due to COVID-19, but we’re encouraged to see our community continuing to come together to celebrate recovery and treatment. Because of your generosity, we were able to raise nearly $2 million towards our Recovery for Life mission, which helps provide scholarships for patients seeking treatment that cannot afford it.
We’re not done yet, though. Visit our Events page to learn about our upcoming fundraising initiatives, including our 9th Annual Recovery for Life Celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 28: https://www.caron.org/events
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s virtual New York Gala!
Because of your generosity, we were able to raise over $1.2 million, which benefits those seeking treatment services in the New York region and supports clinical research.
If you weren’t able to attend this year’s gala, you can rewatch the virtual celebration below.
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Caron Virtual Gala 2020
Substance use and behavioral disorders thrive in isolation, and the pandemic has amplified these issues. As we head into the holidays, many more people will struggle with shopping addiction.
From month-long Black Friday sales to the expectation to purchase gifts for loved ones, the continued normalization of excessive consumption can make it easier for people to rationalize unhealthy and unsustainable habits.
In our latest blog, Ryan Hanson, the Executive Director of Caron Renaissance, highlights the warning signs of online shopping addiction and how individuals can seek help: https://www.caron.org/blog/when-online-shopping-becomes-the-big-deal
Mothers are more stressed than ever, and the quality of their sleep is taking a hit.
According to new research shared in Psychiatry and Behavioral Learning Network, the rate of maternal insomnia has more than doubled during the pandemic, and anxiety amongst mothers with young children is on the rise:
https://www.psychcongress.com/article/mothers-report-more-anxiety-and-insomnia-during-covid-19-crisis
With marijuana legalization on the ballot in multiple states this year, it’s critical that voters keep in mind the many dangers the drug can pose, especially in adolescents and those with pre-existing psychotic or depressive disorders.
We highlight the need for additional research on the effects of long-term marijuana use in our blog: https://www.caron.org/blog/hard-facts-on-marijuana
We’re only a month away from our 21st annual Greater Philadelphia Gala!
This year, we’ve set a goal of raising $1 million to help fund treatment scholarships, the opening of The Keele Center in Florida, and addiction medicine research.
We hope you’ll join us for this celebration of family and recovery as we continue to work to save the lives of those affected by substance use disorder.
For more information on this year’s gala and to make a donation, click here: https://www.caron.org/events/120371619755
Similar to process addictions like digital use disorder, the signs of an online shopping addiction can fly under the radar or seem justifiable.
In our latest blog, the Executive Director of Caron Renaissance, Ryan Hanson, explains how holiday sales and cultural pressure can exacerbate shopping addictions, and how individuals struggling with their spending can seek help:
https://www.caron.org/blog/when-online-shopping-becomes-the-big-deal
Weclome to Addiction 101.
Designed by our own experts, this resource provides a high-level understanding of issues related to substance use, treatment, and co-occurring disorders. Explore our Addiction 101 library here: https://www.caron.org/addiction-101
For women, by women.
Our Carol E. Ware Women’s Center is a specialized treatment program that empowers women in a comfortable and emotionally safe place to address issues related to substance use disorder and underlying co-occurring conditions.
With a highly educated and experienced full-time medical and therapeutic staff, plus a robust network of active alumnae, we help women rediscover their purpose and put fulfillment back into their lives.
Learn more here: https://www.caron.org/inpatient-treatment/carol-e-ware-womens-center
What’s behind the uptick in legal professionals seeking substance use disorder treatment?
In Bloomberg Law, Eric Webber, Senior Clinical Advisor for Caron’s Legal/Executive Professionals program, explains that the pandemic has removed many barriers to treatment for legal professionals: https://www.bloomberglaw.com/product/health/document/XEBLTJK000000
Today we celebrate the men and women who bravely serve our country.
Please join us in honoring our nation’s heroes for Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
Substance use disorder is a complex disease, but it can be understood and addressed.
Explore SUD’s effects on the brain and body and the signs of relapse in our #Addiction101 resource library: https://www.caron.org/addiction-101/substance-abuse
Social media is fueling vaping culture.
Our Director of Community Education Christine Storm explains how teens are being inundated with content that glorifies vaping online, and how parents can have candid conversations with their children about the dangers it poses.
The holidays will undoubtably look different for many of us this year.
Here’s how perspective and boundaries can help people create new holiday traditions this year.
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November 18 at 8:59 AM ·
In our latest blog, Kim Bross, the mother of a Caron alumna, offers tips oncreating new holiday traditions this year: https://www.caron.org/blog/creating-new-holiday-traditions
Our 21st Annual Greater Philadelphia Gala is next month!
While we can’t be together in person this year to celebrate Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence honoree Carol E. Ware, you can still join us virtually on Tuesday, December 1 for what will surely be an inspiring evening.
Learn more and register here: https://www.caron.org/events/120371619755
Join us on Tuesday, November 17 for the final installment of our virtual 5th Annual Addiction Research Symposium!
Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joseph Garbely, will be joined by Dr. Eric Strain, Director of Johns Hopkins Medicine's Center for Substance Abuse Treatment and Research, and Dr. William Santoro, President of the Pennsylvania Society of Addiction Medicine - PSAM, for a panel discussion on addiction treatment and research in the wake of COVID-19.
Register here: https://elearning.asam.org/products/caron-treatment-centers-5th-annual-addiction-research-symposium-a-webinar-series#tab-product_tab_overview
As we approach #GivingTuesday on Dec. 1, please consider supporting Caron’s Mission of Recovery for Life.
We are a not-for-profit organization that strives to transform lives impacted by addiction and substance use through treatment, research, medical education and prevention. As we navigate a global pandemic together, we are fielding more calls every day from individuals and families needing help.
Addiction melds with the fear and isolation of COVID-19 and brings great suffering to those affected. In fact, 2020 has seen overdoses reach an all-time high.
To donate, click here: https://www.caron.org/donate
As #BlackFriday marks the official kick-off of the holiday shopping season, make sure you keep an eye out for the warning signs of an online shopping addiction in you or a loved one:
🛍️ Emotional connections to shopping
🛍️ Opening new credit card accounts
🛍️ Spending too much time online
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When Online Shopping Becomes the Big Deal - Caron Treatment Centers
Caron Treatment Centers would like to wish our followers a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
We hope that no matter how or with whom you’re celebrating, you have a meaningful holiday.
Despite the challenges of 2020, if we use the power of gratitude, we can still find a lot to be thankful for.
In honor of Thanksgiving, Caron’s Corporate Director of Alumni Relations, Amy Durham, shares some resources, reflections, and tools on gratitude.
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Finding Gratitude This Season with Caron
The CDC is calling on all of us to limit our Thanksgiving celebrations in order to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.
While it can be emotionally difficult to forgo seeing loved ones during the holidays, Kim Bross, the mother of a Caron alumna, offers advice on creating new traditions this season.
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Creating New Holiday Traditions - Caron Treatment Centers
“I’m so grateful to have the technology to be able to do this, because I’m not sure where a lot of us would be had we not had that platform.”
Caron’s Corporate Director of Alumni Relations, Amy Durham, spoke with the
Washington Post about the importance of staying connected to support during this time.
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What was lost when covid forced addiction support groups online — and what was gained
Thank you Independence Blue Cross Foundation for awarding funding to our treatment scholarships for Black families! This support will help provide greater access to life-saving substance use disorder treatment.
“The sad truth is that quality treatment is often financially inaccessible for many families, especially those in our Black communities," said Doug Tieman, Caron’s President and CEO. “We’re committed to eliminating the financial barriers that prevent people from seeking treatment. The support from the Independence Blue Cross Foundation helps us offer more people access to the care they so desperately need and to begin their journey to a healthier future.”
Learn more here: http://infocus.ibxfoundation.org/foundation-new-funding-for-caron-treatment-centers/
The stigma surrounding substance use disorder is pervasive, especially in the workplace.
In Bloomberg Law, Caron’s Clinical Advisor, Corey B. Rabin, Esq., explains how individuals returning to work after treatment can cope with any possible stigma they may encounter.
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While this holiday season is unlike any other, there are still ways to cultivate feelings of joy by mindfully engaging in small, positive acts. https://www.caron.org/blog/reclaiming-joy-this-holiday-season
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Reclaiming Joy This Holiday Season - Caron Treatment Centers
Thank you to our Board Member Zac Clark for bravely sharing his recovery journey on last night’s episode of The Bachelorette.
Zac’s story highlights the transformative power of recovery.
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December 1 at 5:24 PM ·
Zac C. is giving us the FEELS 🥺 tonight on The Bachelorette!
There’s still time to register for tonight’s 21st Annual Greater Philadelphia Gala, which helps raise funds for critical treatment programs and research.
Caron Treatment Centers President and CEO Doug Tieman underscores the need for this financial support below.
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December 1 at 12:56 PM ·
COVID-19’s impact has been so dramatic that it’s overshadowed our nation’s other major healthcare crisis – substance use disorder.
But while there might not be as much attention on SUD as there has been in the past, this disease has only gotten worse during the pandemic.
Ahead of tonight’s virtual 21st annual Greater Philadelphia Gala, Caron President and CEO Doug Tieman highlights the importance of supporting SUD treatment and research.
Learn more: https://www.caron.org/events/120371619755
COVID-19’s impact has been so dramatic that it’s overshadowed our nation’s other major healthcare crisis – substance use disorder.
But while there might not be as much attention on SUD as there has been in the past, this disease has only gotten worse during the pandemic.
Ahead of tonight’s virtual 21st annual Greater Philadelphia Gala, Caron President and CEO Doug Tieman highlights the importance of supporting SUD treatment and research.
Learn more: https://www.caron.org/events/120371619755
Did you know that 57% of fatally injured drivers had alcohol and/or other drugs in their system at the time of their death?
Via the NHTSA. #NIDPM
Caron’s Director of Psychological Services, Dr. Maggie Tipton, weighs in on grieving your pre-pandemic life in HuffPost below.
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6 Useful Tips For Anyone Grieving Their Pre-Pandemic Life
ICYMI, our Corporate Director of Alumni Relations, Amy Durham, spoke with the Washington Post about how virtual support groups are filling a critical need for those in recovery during social distancing.
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What was lost when covid forced addiction support groups online — and what was gained
With the holidays in full swing, it’s even more important to be mindful of the dangers of excessive drinking.
Our Medical Director Dr. Dean Drosnes spoke with Healthline earlier this year about the rise in alcohol consumption during the pandemic. Read his thoughts below.
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More Americans Are Binge Drinking During COVID-19 Pandemic
According to the NHTSA, every two minutes, a person is injured in a drunk driving crash every two minutes.
Throughout National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, we’ll share statistics and research highlighting the disastrous consequences of drunk and drugged driving. #NIDPM
“Pediatricians need to screen for drug abuse, recognize it and get kids to the right place so they can get the help they need and not end up in an emergency room.”
In UPI News Agency, Caron’s Medical Director Dr. Dean Drosnes discusses how doctors and parents alike can help curb the growing rate of youth overdoses on ADHD medication.
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ADHD medication ODs rising in U.S. kids, teens
We are in a pivotal moment in the history of our country.
Isolation, depression, anxiety, trauma, normalization of substance use and lack of accountability brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic have escalated substance use disorder to catastrophic levels.
As we face this tragic reality, we must also recognize that our substance use disorder treatment sector is broken. In an op-ed for Treatment Magazine, our President and CEO Doug Tieman explains how an overhaul of the sector can help reduce recidivism rates and prevent future generations from experiencing unnecessary trauma.
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It’s Time to Fix Our Broken Treatment Sector – Treatment Magazine
Thank you to Caron Board Member Zac Clark for boldly and unashamedly sharing his story of recovery during this season of The Bachelorette!
Caron President and CEO Doug Tieman shares a special thank you for Zac below.
#TheBachelorette #BacheloretteABC
Our Caron NY team wishes you the very best during the holidays and asks that you consider donating to Gregg's Gift.
While we were unable to hold our usual in person event this year, please enjoy our Gregg’s Gift Holiday video below. We look forward to seeing you and gathering again in 2021 and thank you again for your support throughout the years in saving lives.
Help someone in need by donating directly: www.greggsgift.org
The qualities that reward today’s attorneys, like competition and emotional detachment, are precisely the same ones that make them susceptible to unhealthy behaviors.
In the Westchester County Bar Association's Westchester Lawyer Magazine, Caron’s Clinical Advisor, Corey B. Rabin, Esq., shares six steps law firms can take to prioritize wellness and work-life balance amongst their staff.
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Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
A single act of kindness can save a life.
Caron Board Member and The Bachelorette contestant Zac Clark recently shared how an empathetic bank teller named Rhonda Jackson helped spark his recovery journey nine years ago.
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Bachelorette ’s Zac Clark Reunites With Bank Teller Who Helped Save His Life
The Reading Eagle highlights Brad Sorte’s appointment as Caron’s new President and CEO below.
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Caron Treatment Centers names new CEO
For many, the thrill of day trading can mimic the same feelings those with gambling addictions experience.
NPR highlights the risks of online stock trading below.
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Former Day Trader Warns Others Of The Risk Of Addiction
Trauma impacts the entire family.
Caron’s Director of Psychological Services, Dr. Maggie Tipton, discusses the importance of seeking support and identifying warning signs of emotional distress amongst family members.
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Impact of trauma on the family
As we navigate the collective trauma of the pandemic, we must work harder than ever to create joy for ourselves.
In a recent blog post, Meredith Hardee shares eight ways to consciously cultivate joy this holiday season.
https://www.caron.org/blog/reclaiming-joy-this-holiday-season
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Reclaiming Joy This Holiday Season - Caron Treatment Centers
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Caron’s Clinical Supervisor of Trauma Services, Dr. Maggie Tipton, discusses toxic relationships and the role they play in trauma.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8i7Qadjl4Q
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Toxic relationships, trauma and substance abuse
Caron Treatment Centers would like to wish our community a happy Kwanzaa!
May this holiday bring you light and unity that lasts throughout the new year.
Merry Christmas from Caron Treatment Centers!
We hope your day is full of joy, love, and gratitude. 🎄
It is possible to create new family traditions when you are not able to celebrate the way you are used to.
Here are a few tips Kim Bross’ family learned about celebrating holidays while dealing with a life-changing disease.
https://www.caron.org/blog/creating-new-holiday-traditions
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Creating New Holiday Traditions - Caron Treatment Centers
The power of recovery knows no bounds!
Congratulations again to Caron Board Member Zac Clark and Tayshia Adams. #TheBachelorette
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December 23 at 1:00 AM ·
💍SPOILER ALERT!💍 Now THIS is a true love story 🥰❤️🌹
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
"There's no more important influence on drug prevention than the parent."
Caron’s Director of Community Education, Christine Storm, highlights how parents and guardians can tackle vaping and substance use with adolescents below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfDJjnmrwf4
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The Role of Parents and Educators in Prevention
Happy New Year from Caron Treatment Centers!
As we usher in 2021 and celebrate the promise of new beginnings, we’d like to reiterate our commitment to our community. No matter what this year brings, we’re here for you.
In a blog post from 2019, Caron’s CEO-elect, Brad Sorte, shares why the sober curious movement is a bridge to wellness and raising awareness about how substances impact our lives.
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Why We Should Be Serious About Sober Curious - Caron Treatment Centers
From a rise in DUI arrests to risks related to COVID, Dr. Anthony Campo, Caron Florida’s Medical Director, makes the case for celebrating New Year’s Eve quietly and safely.
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Four Reasons to Ring in 2021 Quietly and… - Caron Treatment Centers
ICYMI - Caron Board Member Zac Clark and Tayshia Adams are engaged! #TheBachelorette
📸: The Bachelorette
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
In the Bucks County Courier Times, Caron alumna Jacqueline Milczarski and our Senior Clinical Director of Women’s Services, Erin Goodhart, discuss the unique challenges those in recovery face during the pandemic and offer advice for coping.
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Pandemic doesn't stop Bucks woman's sobriety
The use of amphetamines, inhalants, and cough medicine continue to increase amongst 8th graders, according to The National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA's annual Monitoring the Future study.
While the study reflects pre-pandemic trends, these findings are a reminder that while alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana are our top drug concerns for adolescents, we need to ensure young people understand the dangers of other substances as well. #MTF2020
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Monitoring the Future | National Institute on Drug Abuse
Thank you Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Weekly for featuring our CEO-elect Brad Sorte in your special preview issue of 2021!
Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Weekly
December 31, 2020 at 7:28 AM ·
The first issue of the year. In all the decades I have been covering this field, never have I had to write such a sad headline. On to better things in 2021!
Older adults can benefit from substance use disorder treatment.
Our experts discuss the important role of education in recovery for older patients below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlZErAP0w9U
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Substance Abuse in Older Adults
A new year is a new chance for the treatment sector to reevaluate its shortcomings.
Caron President and CEO Doug Tieman examines ways in which our country’s treatment system could be improved in Treatment Magazine below.
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It’s Time to Fix Our Broken Treatment Sector - Treatment Magazine
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
“During my treatment at Caron and my subsequent 10 years of recovery, I’ve learned how to recognize my sadness, my emptiness and my grief.
The tools I developed during and after treatment empowered me to see what was happening and to turn around and reach out for help. I want people to know that they never have to suffer in silence. Whether they have a day of sobriety or 20 years – it’s okay to reach out when you are struggling. Even though you think you’ve got it together – you do need that fellowship and support and you can still pick up the phone and make the call. There is hope.”
Caron alumna Laura Huffman spoke with SJ Magazine about how her recovery program empowered her to know when to ask for help during challenging times.
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Lonely & Alone
Increases in binge drinking and overdoses are coinciding with an increase in operational challenges for many treatment centers across the country.
The New York Times highlights the struggles some centers are facing below.
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‘Relapsing Left and Right’: Trying to Overcome Addiction in a Pandemic
“The ultimate freedom of being in recovery is that, no matter what’s going on in the world, I don’t feel alone.”
Caron alumna Jacqueline Milczarski highlights how living her life to the fullest and practicing gratitude helped strengthen her recovery during the pandemic. https://www.caron.org/blog/2020-was-a-challenging-year-but-my-recovery-kept-life-beautiful
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2020 Was a Challenging Year: But My… - Caron Treatment Centers
Don’t let your home become the source of substance use amongst your children this winter.
Christine Storm, Caron’s Director of Community Education, would like to remind parents and guardians to secure any alcohol or medication (including medical marijuana) in their homes and to be aware of how and where potential inhalants are stored.
Make sure to take notice of misplaced items, substances that are inexplicably low or empty, and chemicals in your child’s room that should not be there. Symptoms that can indicate inhalant use include mouth sores, chemical odors, slurred or distorted speech, lack of coordination, euphoria, dizziness, and hallucinations.
Caron’s Education Department has launched their own Facebook page!
Parents and youth serving professionals are encouraged to like
Caron’s Prevention Connection-YOUR Resource To Support Substance Free Youth for timely substance use prevention tips and resources.
Caron’s Prevention Connection-YOUR Resource To Support Substance Free Youth
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Caron Atlanta's Nurses Monitoring Group offers support specifically for nurses in early recovery.
They provide monitoring and advocacy to group participants who are under consent with the Georgia Board of Nursing. All Caron Atlanta groups are offered both in-person and virtually. Learn more about Caron Atlanta below.
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Outpatient Treatment Center - Caron Treatment Centers Atlanta
“We are loud and we are prideful – we’re going to drown out the hate and keep doing what we’re doing.”
As part of the Biden Inaugural Committee’s National Day of Service, Caron Board Member and Release Recovery Co-Founder Zac Clark joined Shatterproof's virtual panel discussion on the importance of destigmatizing addiction and educating communities and families on substance use disorder.
Moderated by Shatterproof CEO Gary Mendell, the panel also featured Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, Dr. Leana Wen, Secretary Jennifer Smith from Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, and Joy Rucker, Co-Founder of the Texas Harm Reduction Alliance.
Watch the panel below.
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Virtual Event: End Addiction Stigma - Pledge To Help Those Struggling In Your Community
Dr. Ming Wang, Medical Director of Caron’s Older Adult Program, spoke with Senior Directory about why it’s more essential than ever for older adults to proactively support their mental well-being.
Read it on page 30 below.
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Phil32 for flipbook
“Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.”
As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year, we’re especially mindful of the importance of perseverance, optimism, and justice during these times.
We hope that our community can embrace Dr. King’s inspirational words as we continue to strive for a more forward-thinking and inclusive world.
On Monday, January 18, Caron Board Member and Release Recovery Co-Founder Zac Clark will join other leading recovery experts for the Biden Inaugural Committee and Shatterproof's virtual End Addiction Stigma panel discussion!
Learn more and register below. #DayOfService
Shatterproof
January 15 at 10:00 AM ·
***UPDATE - Department of Labor Secretary Designee Martin J. Walsh to join Panel***
Join Biden Inaugural Committee, Shatterproof CEO Gary Mendell, Dr. Leana Wen, Secretary Jennifer Smith from Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, Zac Clark from Release Recovery and Joy Rucker co- founder of Texas Harm Reduction Alliance on January 18th at 1 PM ET for a panel discussion to End Addiction Stigma. Register via this link: https://bit.ly/3iim4DJ
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Have you registered for our “Understanding and Treating ‘Failure to Launch’ Syndrome” webinar on Thursday, January 28 yet?
Presented by Kieran Ayre, Executive Director of Ayre Counseling, and David Almeida, Primary Therapist at Caron Renaissance, the webinar explores the “Failure to Launch” syndrome from a clinical perspective, including its root causes and proven treatment approaches.
Register below.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Understanding and Treating "Failure to Launch" Syndrome. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
The pandemic continues to take a toll on American’s mental health, leading to increased rates in substance use disorder relapses and depression, reports CNN.
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Mental health is one of the biggest pandemic issues we'll face in 2021
Educators are experiencing an unprecedented situation in their profession, leading many to struggle with depression, anxiety, and sometimes substance use.
USA TODAY shares more below.
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Amid coronavirus pandemic, teachers’ mental health suffers in ways they’ve never experienced
“To go into life review during COVID-19 as a 100% woman in recovery made me even more grateful that physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, I am proud of where I am.”
In our latest blog, Caron alumna Jacqueline Milczarski explains how the pandemic led her to take stock of her life and recovery.
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The Challenge of 2020: Recovery Kept Life… - Caron Treatment Centers
Join us January 28 for our “Understanding and Treating ‘Failure to Launch’ Syndrome” webinar, presented by Kieran Ayre, Executive Director of Ayre Counseling, and David Almeida, Primary Therapist at Caron Renaissance.
The transition between adolescence and adulthood can be one of the most tumultuous times in one’s life, from deciding on a career path to establishing one’s own identity to “leaving the nest” for the first time. Those who struggle with this transition are often deemed as experiencing “Failure to Launch” syndrome. The pressures of entering adulthood can become overwhelming and some of these individuals turn to substances to cope, creating a layer of difficulty that can make the transition next to impossible.
Register below.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Understanding and Treating "Failure to Launch" Syndrome. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Continuing education and expanding knowledge are among the many cornerstones of Caron Treatment Centers.
While we’re unable to bring our innovative and informative workshops to you in person, Caron is bringing our expertise straight to your home or office via our national and regional webinars. Bookmark our webinar page below to stay up-to-date.
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Professional Webinars - Caron Treatment Centers
Dr. Michael McCormick, Medical Director of Caron’s Healthcare Professionals Program, spoke with The New York Times about the dangers of nitrous oxide use and how the pandemic may be driving its popularity.
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Nitrous Nation
This week we celebrated the grand opening of our John R. Post Executive Center!
Named after John R. Post, last year’s recipient of the Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence, the center is equipped with state-of-the-art technology to help facilitate virtual meetings and communication between our teams across the country. The opening of the center also enables us to move non-clinical staff away from Caron’s campus in order to maintain COVID safety measures.
The Reading Eagle shares more below.
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Caron Treatment Centers dedicates South Heidelberg executive building
Caron’s Student Assistance Program presents PREP, Prevention Resources and Education for Parents, a program designed for parents and caregivers of children in middle school and high school.
On Wednesday, February 17th at 12 p.m., Caron PREP will offer a virtual presentation on steps parents and caregivers can take to reduce the chances that their teen will engage in substance use.
To register for the webinar, email Nicole Rex at nrex@caron.org. Learn more about PREP below.
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Student Assistance Programs (SAP) Services… - Caron Treatment Centers
ICYMI, Dr. Ming Wang, Medical Director of Caron’s Older Adult Program, spoke with Senior Directory about supporting the mental well-being of older adults during the pandemic.
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Phil32 for flipbook
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Three out of four Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 report poor mental health tied to the pandemic, reports the CDC.
PBS NewsHour explores how heightened isolation and anxiety are impacting college students below.
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How the pandemic is impacting college students' mental health
During the pandemic, rates of substance use disorder have risen among healthcare workers, according to new findings from the National Library of Medicine (NLM).
Dr. Michael McCormick, Medical Director of the Healthcare Professional Unit at Caron, spoke with NewsNation Now about the importance of treatment for those struggling with SUD.
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Studies show pandemic increases risk of stress, substance abuse in medical field
With the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, the country is entering one of the biggest gambling binges of the year.
As we approach the Big Game, it’s important to keep in mind the warning signs of a sports betting or gambling addiction.
Learn more: https://www.caron.org/blog/warning-signs-of-gambling-addiction
ICYMI, Dr. Michael McCormick, spoke with The New York Times about the dangers of nitrous oxide use and how the pandemic may be driving its popularity.
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Nitrous Nation
How can we support first responders through resilience training, post traumatic growth and recovery?
As part of our Professional Webinar series, John Becker, Jr., Director of Caron’s First Responders Program, and Michael Parmenter, an Employee Assistance Coordinator with the New Jersey State Police, offered their insight last month.
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Putting First Responders First through Resilience, Post Traumatic Growth and Recovery
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Treatment Magazine recently interviewed Caron Treatment Centers’ CEO-elect Brad Sorte about what he envisions the future of Caron to look like, and how he’d like to see the treatment sector evolve.
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What’s Next for Caron Treatment Incoming CEO Bradley Sorte - Treatment Magazine
Don’t forget to register for Caron’s upcoming webinar on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction this Friday, February 12.
From 12-1 PM EST, we’ll highlight how MBSR can help individuals manage stress and aid in the treatment process.
https://caron-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zuBCP1Y5RN2SYBAA3xuiPQ
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Join us for our upcoming webinar: Finding Calm in the Chaos with Mindfulness Based Stress Management. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
In a recent webinar, David Almeida, Primary Therapist at Caron Renaissance, and Kieran Ayre, Executive Director of Ayre Counseling, explore the “Failure to Launch” syndrome from a clinical perspective, including its root causes and proven treatment approaches.
https://youtu.be/dsAGvisq410
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Understanding and Treating Failure to Launch Syndrome
Last month, we celebrated the grand opening of Caron’s John R. Post Executive Center.
Caron President and CEO Doug Tieman was joined by Bobby Brandt, president of Benchmark Construction Company, Inc.; Linda Caron Denby; John R. Post Sr.; and Lee Olsen, president of Olsen Design Group for the ribbon cutting.
You can read more about the center in the Reading Eagle: https://www.readingeagle.com/news/local/caron-treatment-centers-dedicates-south-heidelberg-executive-building/article_c78152f6-60f7-11eb-ad07-873f4ecedc9b.html
Caron Board Member and Release Recovery Founder Zac Clark recently spoke with Elizabeth Vargas and the Partnership to End Addiction about his recovery journey and staying strong in his recovery while filming The Bachelorette.
Listen below!
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Heart of the Matter, a Podcast Hosted by Elizabeth Vargas
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
As part of Politics and Prose Bookstore's virtual event series, Caron New Jersey Regional Resource Director Harry Cunnane and his mother, Rep. Madeleine Dean, will chat about their new memoir with Jake Tapper tonight at 8 PM EST.
Register below!
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P&P Live! Madeleine Dean & Harry Cunnane | UNDER OUR ROOF with Jake Tapper
Caron's New Jersey Regional Resource Director Harry Cunnane and his mother, Rep. Madeleine Dean, appeared on CNN last night to discus their book, “Under Our Roof: A Son's Battle for Recovery, a Mother's Battle for Her Son."
The Lead with Jake Tapper posted an episode of CNN Replay.
February 16 at 5:05 PM ·
"The ability to thrive in recovery has been such a blessing, but that's a real struggle for a lot of people," says Harry Cunnane, son of Rep. Madeleine Dean, on his battle with addiction.
"My record is clean, really by no fault of my own, just out of pure circumstance."
“It wasn’t until I was much older that I truly understood that addiction is a family disease, one that profoundly affects all members of a family.”
As we observe #COAAwarenessWeek, this blog post from the daughter of a Caron alum feels especially relevant.
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Treatment Transformed My Relationship with… - Caron Treatment Centers
Make sure to tune in to the The Lead with Jake Tapper on CNN today at 4 PM EST to watch Caron New Jersey Regional Resource Director, Harry Cunnane, and his mother, Rep. Madeleine Dean, discuss their new book “Under Our Roof: A Son's Battle for Recovery, a Mother's Battle for Her Son.”
Caron Treatment Centers in Wernersville, PA is hiring Behavioral Health Technicians!
Our Behavioral Health Techs perform a fulfilling and rewarding role as the mainstay of patient support on our campus. They are the compassionate hearts and helping hands that guide patients through their journey at Caron, ensuring their safety and comfort as they learn how to manage their disease and build new patterns and behaviors for a fulfilling life in recovery.
Caron currently has openings for 2nd and 3rd shifts available. Caron’s Behavioral Health Techs are eligible for excellent benefits and perks, and they can learn and be mentored by some of the most respected, industry-leading professionals in the field.
Visit our website to learn more and submit an application: https://www.caron.org/lp/becoming-a-bh-tech
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Becoming a Behavioral Health Tech at Caron Treatment Centers
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
What happens when treatment ends, and patients are faced with returning to an environment that fueled their substance use?
Join us on Wednesday, February 24, for a panel discussion with Release Recovery founders Zac Clark and Justin Gurland featuring insights, experience and tips on how recovery is not only possible after treatment but can create meaning and motivation.
Register: https://caron-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DGUQyVgASqatlKnMTcIGUg
Caron Treatment Centers President CEO Doug Tieman shares a message:
“Caron strongly encourages the Biden administration to reconsider its recent actions related to prescribing buprenorphine and suboxone.
As Covid-19 continues to compound America’s addiction crisis, we must do everything possible to eliminate barriers to treatment and recovery.
In a recent opinion piece in STAT, Dr. Paul Earley, President of the American Society of Addiction Medicine - ASAM, outlines immediate actions essential to saving lives."
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America's addiction crisis, compounded by Covid-19, requires action- STAT
Substance use disorder is a family disease, in that it impacts the entire family.
In “Under Our Roof: A Son’s Battle for Recovery, a Mother’s Battle for Her Son,” Caron’s New Jersey Regional Resource Director Harry Cunnane and his mother, Rep. Madeleine Dean, shine a light on the struggles Harry and his family faced on his recovery journey.
People shares more below.
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'You Think, "How Is This Possible?"': Lawmaker and Her Son Open Up About His Harrowing Addiction and Recovery
Cases of alcoholism-related liver disease are spiking at hospitals across the country, with the average age of patients increasingly skewing younger.
The Los Angeles Times shares more below.
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As alcohol abuse rises amid pandemic, hospitals see a wave of deadly liver disease
Caron's Dr. Randal Mullings highlights how siblings of individuals with substance use disorder are uniquely impacted by the disease, and what parents can do to support them. https://www.caron.org/blog/stuck-in-the-middle-siblings-and-addiction
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Stuck in the Middle: Siblings and Addiction - Caron Treatment Centers
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
“We wanted to share our story to show that recovery is possible, redemption is possible, and there is hope out there.”
Caron New Jersey Regional Resource Director Harry Cunnane and his mother, Rep. Madeleine Dean, recently appeared on GMA3: What You Need To Know to talk about their new book “Under Our Roof: A Son’s Battle for Recovery, a Mother’s Battle for Her Son,” erasing the stigma around addiction, and expanding access to treatment.
GMA3: What You Need To Know
February 25 at 4:35 PM ·
“Recovery is possible. Redemption is possible and there is hope out there… we get caught up focusing on what’s going wrong when we need to look at what can go right.”
Rep. Madeleine Dean and her adult son Harry open up about his 10-year battle with opioid addiction, push for more federally funded treatment resources. #GMA3 #WYNTK
From financial barriers to co-occurring disorders, there are many reasons why women aren’t diagnosed sooner with substance use disorders.
Throughout #WomensHistoryMonth, we’ll be highlighting some of the unique issues women face in treatment & recovery, starting with this blog post from last year by Erin Goodhart, Sr. Clinical Director of Women’s Services at Caron.
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Why Women Aren’t Diagnosed Sooner with… - Caron Treatment Centers
Around the world, young people are reeling from the loss of normalcy and a lack of optimism for the future that the coronavirus has brought on.
The New York Times explores the impact the pandemic is having on their mental health and substance use below.
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‘What’s the Point?’ Young People’s Despair Deepens as Covid-19 Crisis Drags On
As the impacts of climate change lead to longer and more intense fire seasons, firefighters and first responders are increasingly struggling with mental health and substance use concerns.
NPR shares more below.
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Why Firefighters Are Facing A Growing Mental Health Challenge
How can Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction help manage stress?
During a recent webinar, Christopher O’Reilly, Executive Director of Caron’s Outpatient Treatment Center, shared insights on MBSR and how it can be used to treat individuals with substance use disorder.
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Finding Calm in the Chaos with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
Are you following Caron’s Education Team on Facebook?
Make sure to like Caron’s Prevention Connection-YOUR Resource To Support Substance Free Youth for helpful resources on substance use for parents, caregivers, professionals, and teens! https://www.facebook.com/CaronsPreventionConnection/
Caron’s Prevention Connection-YOUR Resource To Support Substance Free Youth
Acute stress among physicians has increased dramatically during the pandemic, said Dr. Susan R. Bailey, President of the American Medical Association (AMA), in a recent ABC News report.
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An urgent mental health crisis: Health workers facing immense psychological toll from pandemic
Heavy drinking episodes and increased levels of depression and anxiety among women have increased 41% and 44%, respectively, since the start of the pandemic.
In a webinar from last year, Jacquelyn Guthridge, Clinical Supervisor of Caron Grand View Women’s Program, and Josephine Tynes, Clinical Director of Florida (Ocean Drive), offered insight on empowering women with hope, healing, and strength in recovery.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t94jjO56sRY
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Empowering Women to Find Hope, Healing and Strength in Recovery
Caron’s Director of Community Education, Christine Storm, recently spoke with Eyewitness News WBRE WYOU about how the pandemic’s impact on teen substance use and the warning signs caregivers should look out for.
For more resources on preventing substance use amongst teens, follow Caron’s Prevention Connection-YOUR Resource To Support Substance Free Youth on Facebook.
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Substance abuse during a pandemic
In the Philadelphia Inquirer, Erin Goodhart, Senior Clinical Director of Women’s Services at Caron, explains why the My Child & Addiction podcast is a much-needed resource and opportunity for support for many families dealing with substance use disorder – whatever stage they are at.
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As overdose deaths climb during the pandemic, parents of children in addiction turn to podcast for support
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March 4 at 8:30 AM ·
My Child & Addiction is a parent-to-parent podcast created by three New Jersey fathers who have children with substance use disorders. It has increased its subscriber total by nearly 50% since the coronavirus pandemic began.
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
In the latest episode of the My Child & Addiction Podcast, the parents discuss adjusting expectations of themselves and their children while parenting a child with substance use disorder.
Dr. Maggie Tipton, Caron’s Director of Psychological Services, also joins the discussion.
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My Child & ADDICTION: EXPECTATIONS on Apple Podcasts
How can we help patients reintegrate and stay connected once treatment ends?
Last month, Caron’s Kate Appleman, Betsy Auray, and Carrie Flemming were joined by Release Recovery Co-Founders Zac Clark and Justin Gurland for a webinar on supporting patients through this period. Watch below.
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So, Now What? Reintegrating and Staying Connected After Treatment
A year has passed since life as we knew it seemingly vanished overnight. As we move forward, we must acknowledge the collective trauma we have experienced.
In the blog below, Dr. Ramona Palmerio-Roberts, Caron’s Clinical Supervisor of Trauma Services, discusses that for those who experienced trauma during the pandemic or who had prior trauma resurface due to the extenuating circumstances this year, it’s essential to “retrain their brains” and pay attention to their bodies and resolve any deep-seated and maladaptive response. Addressing it now is critical, so that in 10 years you are not operating from a place of fear.
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Recovery from Trauma is Possible, Even in… - Caron Treatment Centers
Working mothers are under more pressure than ever, which can lead to added stress or feelings of isolation for those in recovery.
Last July, Caron alumnae Colleen Kearney and Shannon Urban spoke with CNN about how they were adapting to remote work and school during the pandemic.
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They're executives and moms who are also recovering alcoholics. How they're getting through the pandemic
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
How can treatment providers create culturally-sensitive and safe environments for members of the LGBTQ+ community?
Join us on Monday, March 22 as we offer insights on the Queer Normative and supportive programming. Register below.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: PRIDE, PASSION, AND PRONOUNS: UNDERSTANDING THE IMPORTANCE AND ELEMENTS OF A QUEER NORMATIVE™ TREATMENT ENVIRONMENT FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email...
Neil Lasher dedicated his life to music and recovery, and as an Advisory Board member at Caron Treatment Centers, he helped raise millions of dollars and served as a lifeline to countless people struggling with substance use disorder.
In honor of his tireless commitment, we’re honored to announce the launch of the Neil Lasher Music Fund, which will provide financial assistance for access to substance use disorder treatment, with an emphasis on helping those involved in the creative arts.
In addition, music programs will be established at Caron’s residential sites in Florida and Pennsylvania, including the creation of music studios where those in recovery can create, perform, and enjoy music during treatment.
Variety shares more below.
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Addiction and Recovery Treatment Fund Launched in Memory of Music Exec Neil Lasher
“Even in treatment, women assume caretaking roles, automatically.”
Caron alumna and volunteer Marguerite Schroeder highlights how women experience substance use disorder, treatment and recovery differently than men in this blog post: https://www.caron.org/blog/woman-in-recovery-honoring-my-authentic-voice
Caron Treatment Centers is currently hiring Admissions Specialists in Wernersville, PA!
Our Admissions Specialists are the helping hand for individuals struggling with substance use and behavioral health issues. As an Admissions Specialist at Caron, you’d work with potential patients, their families, other healthcare professionals, referents, and others to determine patients’ need for treatment and provide program recommendations.
We currently have openings for the second shift. Admissions Specialists are eligible for excellent benefits and perks, and can learn and be mentored by some of the most respected, industry-leading professionals in the field.
To learn more and apply, click here: https://www.caron.org/becoming-an-admissions-specialist
The collective trauma that healthcare professionals have experienced over the last year has led many to struggle with mental health and substance use.
In a recent webinar, Dr. Ramona Roberts, Clinical Supervisor of Trauma Services at Caron, and A. Michael Blanche, Co-Founder of Ethos Treatment, LLC, offered how to identify burnout in clinicians and tools for maintaining emotional wellbeing.
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Compassion Fatigue and COVID-19: Prioritizing Clinicians’ Needs in Surviving the Storm
Caron Treatment Centers is excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has selected Bradley F. Sorte as our new President and Chief Executive Officer!
A clinician by training, Sorte currently serves as our EVP/Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a position he has held for almost two years. He will succeed our current President and CEO, Doug Tieman, who has lead Caron for more than 25 years, on July 1, 2021.
“I am humbled and honored to be appointed as Caron’s next CEO,” said Sorte. “I look forward to honoring Dick and Catherine Caron’s vision as we continue to build on Caron’s legacy as a national leader in substance use disorder prevention and treatment, expand access to Caron’s life-saving treatment and improve the outcomes for all families struggling with addiction through our investment and support of addiction research.”
Read more here: https://www.caron.org/press-releases/caron-treatment-centers-names-bradley-f-sorte-as-new-ceo
“Addiction loves isolation. That’s one of the reasons the pandemic has been so hard on those trying to get into recovery, and even those in long-term recovery.”
Erin Goodhart, Caron’s Senior Clinical Director, and Caron alum Sherri Belkoff recently appeared on FOX 29 to talk about the pandemic’s impact on those struggling with substance use disorder.
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Opioid epidemic continues to ravage families
In a recent CDC study, 63% of 18 to 24-year-olds reported symptoms of anxiety or depression.
Of that group, 25% reported increased substance use to deal with that stress, and 25% said they’d seriously considered suicide. #NDAFW
81,003.
That’s the number of people who died from drug overdoses in the 12-month period ending in June 2020, according to the CDC. This marked a 20% increase in overdose deaths and the highest number of fatal overdoses ever recorded in the United States in a single year. #NDAFW
Last week, we announced the launch of the Neil Lasher Music Fund, which was established in honor of music executive, substance use counselor, Caron NY Advisory Board member, and Caron NY Gala Co-Chair Neil Lasher, who passed away last April from complications due to coronavirus.
To honor his legacy and commitment to recovery, the Neil Lasher Music Fund will provide financial assistance for treatment, with an emphasis on those involved in the creative arts, and help establish music programs at our campuses in Pennsylvania and Florida.
To learn more about Neil’s impactful legacy and donate, click here: https://www.caron.org/donate/neil-lasher-music-fund
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes annually, making alcohol the third-leading preventable cause of death in the United States.
Throughout National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week, we’ll be sharing stats around substance use from throughout the last year. #NDAFW