As the days get shorter and the nights get cooler, we all need to prepare ourselves and our loved ones for flu season. Throughout the coronavirus crisis, we've maintained strict protocols to ensure the safety of all who enter our facility. The health of our patients will always be our most important responsibility. As we enter flu season, we will remain vigilant, and we encourage all individuals, families, and communities to do the same. Learn more from the CDC about flu prevention: http://ow.ly/2z8O50BG1F8
When you're struggling with a substance use disorder or a mental health concern, it can be challenging to determine what you need to do to achieve an improved quality of life. Shame, guilt, and uncertainty can prevent you from moving forward. But please remember this: You are not alone, and the support you need is closer than you know. One step, one decision, or one phone call can open up a world of promise and possibility. To learn more about the many options that are available to you, call us at your convenience.
When you feel uncertain about what a treatment process looks like, it can be daunting to take the next step and get the professional help you need. Give yourself a minute to review information on the treatment we provide and how we create an individualized plan of care so that you can build a foundation for lasting recovery: http://ow.ly/FmEW50BBG4k
We have committed ourselves to helping improve the lives of people in our community who are suffering from a substance use disorder or mental health concern. We believe that every person deserves support during difficult times, and we strive to show people the beauty and joy they can have in their lives. Visit our website to learn more about our mission to help people find lasting recovery: http://ow.ly/cmPm102ncjL
If you've been considering getting treatment for addiction or a mental health disorder, it's common to be hesitant. Don't let fear of the unknown derail your effort to take this essential step. Completing treatment can be a vital part of your journey. When you choose the treatment center that's right for you, you give yourself the gift of a healthier and more hopeful future. But you don't have to take our word for it. See the review featured below:
September is National Recovery Month. Each and every day in September, we work to educate the public about this vital topic. We recognize and support all who have received treatment for substance abuse, addiction, and mental health disorders. We honor your continued effort, we acknowledge the challenges you've had to worth through, and we celebrate the large and small successes you've achieved during your journey toward improved quality of life.
What are you during this month to celebrate your recovery or honor a loved one?
We always like to feature a motivational message in our first post of the week. We do this because we know all too well what a challenge it can sometimes be to feel inspired and energized on Mondays. But for the many people who have ADHD, the fight to remain focused and driven can feel like a struggle with no end in sight. In a recent Psych Central article, two ADHD experts identified a few fundamental strategies that can make a significant positive difference: http://ow.ly/5BUF102pNyI
PSYCHCENTRAL.COM
9 Ways for Adults with ADHD to Get Motivated
WRC MONTHLY VIRTUAL ALUMNI MEETING
THIS THU 10/15/20 @ 7 PM!
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Self-care is an indispensable component of a healthy lifestyle. But your efforts to ensure your quality of life must also include monitoring your mental health. Knowledge and awareness are integral tools in this endeavor. Today is National Depression Screening Day. If you suspect that you could be struggling with symptoms of depression, or if you have been worried about a loved one, a screening can help you determine the best way forward. For more about depression screenings, click here: http://ow.ly/Wmdt50BNLj7
When someone has been struggling with a mental health disorder, receiving effective professional care can have a significant positive effect on their well-being. But quality of life is influenced by factors other than treatment. To create a better world for all who are impacted by mental illness, each of us must take action to eliminate shame and stigma. We invite and encourage you to support NAMI's StigmaFree campaign. Read all about this campaign and take the StigmaFree pledge here: http://ow.ly/EvHY50BME9p
Here's today's truth bomb: If you have developed symptoms of a mental health disorder, we sincerely hope you understand that mental illness is not a personal shortcoming or a sign of weakness. Everyone is worthy of dignity, respect, and compassion. This includes you! Even in times of doubt or uncertainty, don't lose sight of your many amazing talents, strengths, and capabilities. We see you, we celebrate you, and we will always be here for you!
October 4-10 is Mental Illness Awareness Week! Every year, this week is a time to devote our attention to promoting more widespread understanding about mental health disorders. We are always proud to contribute to this important cause. This year, the focus areas for MIAW include ending stigma and listening to people who are living with mental health disorders. We'll be sharing many new updates throughout the week. Working together, we can build a more compassionate and supportive world. http://ow.ly/A0t2102oo4Z
Did you get your flu shot yet? Flu season is already underway, but it’s not too late to get this year’s vaccine. The CDC recommends the flu shot for everyone age 6 months or older. This year, with the COVID-19 pandemic still impacting communities across the nation, it’s especially important to do all we can to keep ourselves healthy. Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of increased safety and greater peace of mind — get your flu shot today!
The continuing impact of the coronavirus pandemic has forced us all to make many changes in our lives. Plenty of us have even altered how, where, and when we vote. For example, many states have reported record numbers of early voting, including citizens who voted by mail. However, millions of Americans throughout the country will still be voting in person on Election Day. If you intend to vote in person on November 3, it's a good idea to plan ahead to make sure you're doing so as safely as possible. This article includes valuable guidance to ensure that you stay safe when you vote: http://ow.ly/4f9T102r1Nf
HEALTHLINE.COM
How to Vote Safely in Person This November
One of the many important lessons we've all learned in 2020 is that wearing masks isn't just a Halloween thing anymore. With flu season already here, we encourage you to remain safe by using masks that cover your mouth and nose. The CDC website features a few simple and cost-effective ways to make masks of your own at home: http://ow.ly/jusA102qQRu
Halloween is a fantastic, fun-filled tradition for individuals of all ages. But it's important to make sure that the joy we take from this day doesn't come at the expense of those who are in pain. This is a friendly reminder to please avoid costumes that mock people who have mental health disorders. This year, let's promise to have a great time without promoting stigma. http://ow.ly/mLd9102qEU2
NAMI.ORG
You Can Be Scary This Halloween Without Perpetuating Stigma | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Most years, the end of October is a celebration of candy, costumes, and creativity. This year, though, the coronavirus pandemic has complicated matters. As we approach the 31st, families throughout the nation are still struggling to find the ideal way to celebrate safely. We can still have a fun and happy Halloween. However, just like we've needed to do so often in 2020, we have to make a few essential adjustments. Get the guidance you need to have a safe and memorable Halloween: http://ow.ly/MXUu102qr38
LATIMES.COM
We won't let coronavirus take Halloween. Here are 7 ways you can celebrate
Join us Tuesday Jan 26th on zoom for an evening of discovery!
Connect with new people, places, and resources from both New York and Florida from wherever you may be!
Acadia + Wellness Resource Center + Innerbloom Recovery Services
TUE, JAN 26
Find your Innerbloom in Wellness
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Join us tomorrow and reconnect with your friends at WRC!
THU, JAN 21
Wellness Resource Center Alumni Night
At the start of a new year, you may feel pressure to set lofty resolutions, but doing this can be unsustainable. Instead, try identifying smaller goals. Read about how you can keep your resolutions: http://ow.ly/xhgD102wiFh
VERYWELLMIND.COM
How to Stick to Your New Year's Resolutions This Year
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s contributions to the civil rights movement in America had a compelling impact that won't soon be forgotten. Dr. King believed in following a nonviolent path to achieve racial equality for Black people in the United States. Today, we observe Dr. King's legacy and his dream for an equitable America.