ADULT • FAMILY • HEALTH  SERVICES

Caregiving is an act of love and dedication. It's about providing support, comfort, and assistance to someone who needs it, often a...

Recovery is a journey, not a destination. Whether it’s recovery from addiction, mental health struggles, or another life challenge, it...

In a world where the pace of life seems to accelerate with each passing day, finding solace and support can often feel like an...

In the battle against opioid addiction, finding effective treatments is crucial. One medication that has gained significant attention and...

In today's fast-paced world, where stressors abound and challenges seem to multiply by the day, prioritizing mental health has become...

Adult Family Health Services (AFHS) recognizes that maintaining sobriety is no easy feat. We do not mean this to sound discouraging, but...

One of the key components of addiction recovery that is often overlooked is therapy. Across the board, therapy can be socially...

Addiction is a complex and multifaceted condition that impacts both the brain and behavior. To comprehend why it's so challenging to...

Embarking on the path of recovery from addiction is a courageous and transformative journey. It's a testament to your strength,...

Stress and Addiction: two interconnected challenges that often go hand in hand. For those on the path to recovery, understanding how stress can trigger relapse is crucial. But fret not – armed with the right knowledge and tools, you can effectively manage these triggers and navigate the journey to sobriety with confidence. Understanding the Connection Stress can create a breeding ground for addictive behaviors. When life gets overwhelming, the urge to resort to old coping mec

It is no surprise that having mental health or substance abuse issues can put a strain on some of your most important relationships. Having these struggles can certainly cause you to act a certain way that may be out of character or not reflective of your true self and those that care about you most can start to form negative opinions about you and perhaps try to distance themselves from you. These individuals are justified to feel the way that they feel, but if they are trul

Discover the power of support groups in recovery. Join us as we explore the benefits of finding community on the journey towards healing.

Mental health and substance abuse are often correlated with one another–one may lead to another or they can also occur together, which is more properly known as a “co-occurring diagnosis or disorder.” However, it is important to understand the difference along with what connects the two together. Here are four facts you need to know: Substance abuse is a mental health disorder. There are many disorders that fall under the “mental health” umbrella, and substance abuse is one o

The holidays are once again upon us and what should be a joyous time of celebration, for many, is quite the opposite. The CDC reports...

It’s probably not shocking to learn that nearly half of all Americans have a family member or close friend that is, or has been, addicted...

It’s January 1 and you’re telling yourself that you need to lose weight this year… you grab your keys and head out to the gym you’ve been...

According to data found online, roughly 13% of the worlds’ population suffers from a form of mental health or substance abuse disorder....