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Did you know? We provide 24-hour nursing care under the direction of a physician. Our staff is specially trained to address the complex needs of individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health challenges.

Do you know what is on your record? Need help removing items from court records? Need help clearing MVA or license issues? Get your questions answered! Join us for an expungement workshop today from 1pm-4pm at the Michael E. Busch Library located at 1410 West Street!

Although often associated with combat veterans, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can impact any person of any age after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Such traumatic events might include military combat, sexual or physical violence, natural disasters, or severe accidents. The term “PTSD” first appeared in 1980 in the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. However, earlier medical publications referred to conditions described as “soldier’s heart,” “shell shock,” and “war neurosis.” With the prevalence of PTSD in the military community, it is not surprising that the effort to create awareness was launched as a tribute to a service member. On June 27, 2010, PTSD Awareness Day was established in recognition of Staff Sergeant, Joe Biel, a National Guard service member who experienced PTSD after two tours in Iraq and died by suicide in 2007. In 2014, the federal government designated the entire month of June as PTSD Awareness Month.

What does Residential Treatment Inpatient Care at Hope House look like? After a comprehensive assessment is completed, inpatient care is an intensive, approximately 30-day inpatient program designed to provide a safe, drug-free environment for individuals who are unable to abstain from alcohol and drug use in their normal environment. This level of care provides a comprehensive assessment of the patient's needs, medical stabilization, psychiatric assessment when needed, medication as required, cognitive/behavioral counseling (both group and individual), introduction to recovery self-help groups, relapse prevention counseling and a high level of education about substance use disorders and the process of recovery. If this sounds like the right program for you, please call us at 410-923-6700. Recovery with unconditional kindness starts today!

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Men’s Health Month encourages men and boys to take charge of their health by making healthy lifestyle decisions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 13.2% of men aged 18 and over are in fair or poor health. Here are some tips to help men take control of their overall health and wellness. Get regular checkups. Talk to your doctor or healthcare professional about having a physical or wellness check each year. Monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, and weight to catch potentially dangerous conditions early and get proper care, if needed. Eat a healthy diet. Choose vegetables, fruits, whole grains, high-fiber foods, and lean sources of protein. Limit foods high in saturated and trans fats and avoid foods with added sugar and sodium. Be active. Any activity is better than no activity. You can stay motivated by choosing physical activities you enjoy. Avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke. Limit alcohol consumption. Manage stress. Taking steps to reduce stress can lower your risk of other conditions like heart disease, obesity, high-blood pressure, and depression.

Hope House provides residential medically supervised withdrawal services to reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms during the earliest phase of treatment. The average length of medically supervised withdrawal varies upon the individual and the amount, frequency and duration of alcohol and/or substances they have been using. Medically supervised withdrawal care typically spans 3-10 days. We encourage Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) early in treatment and also offer acupuncture to ease withdrawal symptoms. Medical evaluation, toxicology screening, medical monitoring, chemical assistance, client education, group and individual counseling, and continuing care planning are all a part of a comprehensive treatment program. To enroll, please call us at 410-923-6700!

Summer break is just around the corner and it’s important to recognize that the change in routine can result in some noticeable changes to your child’s mood and behavior. Summer vacation is considered a rewarding, enjoyable period for kids to have some extra time to spend with their friends and family. This break means warmer weather and less academic responsibilities. Perhaps your child wants to pursue meaningful hobbies they are interested in, play video games, or find a part time job to learn new skills and make some money. Even though this break is celebrated by many, it can be a major source of stress for others, especially those who thrive on structure and organized time. Here are some tips for maintaining summer sanity: • Allow your child time to adjust • Create a summertime routine • Nurture social connections • Unplug and play outside • Create unstructured downtime • Cultivate quality time • Practice mindfulness

Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Stonewall Uprising was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. In the United States the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as "Gay Pride Day," but the actual day was flexible. In major cities across the nation the "day" soon grew to encompass a month-long series of events. Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and LGBTQ Pride Month events attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.