Non-Religious Sobriety Programs in the Greater Tidewater Hampton Roads Area

Recovery, Substance Abuse

For non-religious folks looking for recovery support services, it can be challenging to find programs that align with your values.  Popular 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) are based on a belief in, and reliance on, God or some other higher power. While...

Navigating Holidays and Family When New to Recovery

Holidays, Mental Health, Recovery

The holiday season is a happy and cheerful time for many people, but can be full of challenges for those in recovery from substance abuse.  Why the Holidays Can Be Hard for Someone in Recovery The busy holiday season can be challenging for someone in recovery from...

Recovering Is Easier with a Friend Who Understands – Connecting with Peer Supports

Peer and Family, Recovery

In general terms, a peer is defined as someone who we can identify with. A friend is much more. A friend is a peer whom we can trust and rely on, and a person who understands where we are in life and where we are going. In mental health and recovery, a peer refers to...

The Role That Peers Play in Active Recovery

Peer and Family, Recovery, Substance Abuse

Recovery is not easy, but peer support programs help drastically. When someone who is in active recovery engages with someone who has successfully recovered from substance dependence, they see that recovery is possible. The Importance of Social Support in Recovery...