Chronic Relapse: Why Can’t They Just Stop Using?
There are many reasons people begin using substances. However, there are specific reasons why some can’t seem to escape using. That is where chronic relapse comes into play. A relapse occurs when individuals who have been abstinent from their drug of choice...The Wishing Well at A Reprieve for Men
Sometime in 2011, a young man traveled to A Reprieve for Men for his first tour of the program. During that tour, he asked a prominent staff member about a concrete well cover in the backyard. The staff member replied with one of the most beautiful stories the tourist...Persistent Recovery: How Women Triumph Over Addiction at A Reprieve for Women
Addiction wants you to believe you’re incapable of change, trying to convince you to give up hope with every setback. At A Reprieve for Women, we know that lifelong recovery is possible for every woman, no matter how many turns are along her path to get there....Finding Lasting Recovery at A Reprieve for Women
At A Reprieve for Women, establishing community is a key part of our recovery program. More than simply providing support, our community gives our residents a place to show up authentically, be accepted for exactly who they are, and encourage others on their own...Lessons Learned in Long-Term Addiction Recovery
“I know it seems like things can’t change. I know it feels like you can’t imagine a life without using or drinking,” he says. “But it can change. It does not matter why you reach out for help. Getting help is the bravest thing that you can do.”