As the world remains indoors and the grim news regarding the COVID-19 health crisis continues to roll in, it is generally safe to assume that many people feel higher levels of anxiety, depression, and grief. Many people live alone without anyone else to directly interact with. Those in recovery know that the forced isolation combined with the uncertainty around COVID-19 can be a perfect cocktail for relapse.

ARISE® Interventions introduces the addicted person and the family to a new life of recovery and healing. When ARISE® interventions are initiated, families and their person of concern are all given the same information simultaneously. There are no secrets, there are no sidebars. There is no blame, shame or guilt. There is no confrontation. This is designed towards getting the addicted loved one into treatment with the least possible effort through a loving, compassionate and non-blaming approach.

We have watched along with the rest of the world as Cornavirus and COVID-19 have swept across the globe. Recovery Allies wishes everyone a safe, peaceful retreat as we hunker down and avoid public spaces as much as possible. Recovery Allies is open and accepting new clients. In light of this public health crisis, we have instituted preventative measures to preserve the health of our clients, our staff, and the public at large. We are committed to administering services, limiting ours and our clients’ risk of exposure, and providing resources for those in need of virtual assistance.

For those that suffer from substance abuse disorder, utilizing the services of a sober coach can be life changing. A sober coach (also known as a recovery Mentor) is traditionally someone hired by the person of concern, their family, or a friend, to help determine the best course of action to help the person of concern achieve and maintain sobriety. There are many sober coaches who work in a variety of different disciplines, so it is recommended that anyone looking to hire a recovery coach do some research ahead of time.

New Year’s is a holiday loaded with implications for sufferers of substance abuse disorder. The societal focus on drinking, partying and overstimulation on NYE can feel isolating to those trying to maintain their sobriety. Further, the belief that a new year equals some kind of need for massive change can cause confusion, depression, and possible relapse among those who are already on a sober path.

Harm reduction is a topic that has made its way to the forefront of many discussions in the field of recovery over the last few years. It is a loaded topic with many having strong opinions for and against it. We’ll be discussing the basic tenants of harm reduction and share our thoughts on its effectiveness.

We explore the methods of ARISE® intervention to dispel some of the myths many have been exposed to through popular media such as the show Intervention.

September is National Drug and Alcohol Recovery Month and we’ve compiled some stories of people helping their communities combat addiction, foster recovery and identify key issues.

Drawing boundaries to protect yourself from temptation is an essential part of early sobriety. We talk about why and how to do so and start a path to a healthy lifestyle.

Don’t rush to clean up the past in early sobriety. Read this list of tips before trying to make amends.

"I'd go to AA but I don't believe in God and I don't want to spend two hours talking about it."