Category Archives: Women’s Drug & Alcohol Rehab

Drug and alcohol rehab is challenging, but life after rehab can be equally as difficult. Many people in recovery find it challenging to maintain sobriety in our society, especially as they build a network of sober support. This network is incredibly important for preventing a relapse and may be the key to a successful return to a healthy life. Read More

Drug and alcohol rehab facilities are not necessarily places that come to mind when you think of America’s senior citizens. However, according to a recent report released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “the number of US adults age 50 or older needing substance abuse treatment is expected to double from 2.8 million to 5.7 million by the year 2020.” According to the Drug Abuse Warning Network, the most common types of drugs leading to adverse reactions in our senior citizens are prescription drugs used to treat chronic pain, anxiety and insomnia. In fact, these three types of drugs combined to almost 25 percent of these negative reactions. Read More

Family therapy is arguably one of the most effective, perspective altering tools we have in rehab and sibling relationships are a key ingredient. Sibling relationships are so important during and after treatment because in the family of origin, your siblings are your peers. We value the thoughts, opinions and advice of our peers more than any other because they have personal insight into our experiences in the home, as they were raised in the same environment we were. In honor of today being National Siblings Day, we here at Destination Hope: The Women’s Program wanted to shine some light on not only the importance of sibling relationships in family therapy, but also some tips that both sibling and recovering addicts can work on to rebuild their relationship and support their loved one through recovery. Read More