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Loving Someone with an Addiction

by SolanoRecoveryProject
July 20, 2023July 20, 2023
Better Life, Caregiver, Change, Recovery, Support

If you love someone who struggles with addiction, you may feel helpless, scared, confused, and unsure how to help them. Though these are common feelings when you’re dealing with a loved one who has a substance use disorder, each person’s situation is different, and the… Read More »Loving Someone with an Addiction

The Stigma of Addiction

by SolanoRecoveryProject
July 17, 2023July 17, 2023
12-Step, Better Life, Mental health, Recovery, Support

There is a stigma which many assign to drug addicts, even long after they have overcome their addiction. Tony discusses how his first time smoking marijuana led to his eventual drug addiction, homelessness, prison, and finally redemption. Tony Hoffman is the Founder and Director… Read More »The Stigma of Addiction

5 Ways to Cope With PTSD during the holidays

Although beautiful to behold, fireworks displays are triggering for people with PTSD, many of whom struggle with loud noises. Summer often brings with it bright and booming fireworks shows, especially on patriotic holidays like the Fourth of July. Yet as beautiful as these light displays… Read More »5 Ways to Cope With PTSD during the holidays

De-escalating ourselves and those we serve

by SolanoRecoveryProject
June 29, 2023June 24, 2023
Change, Mental health, Recovery, Support, Support Group

Keep Calm and Carry On! De-Escalating Ourselves and those we serve! This training, although powerful as a stand-alone, is better as a Part 2 to Becoming Trauma Informed. This class helps us create trauma responsive and crisis related strategies. Understanding the story behind the escalation… Read More »De-escalating ourselves and those we serve

Becoming Trauma Informed

by SolanoRecoveryProject
June 26, 2023June 24, 2023
Better Life, Caregiver, Change, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Support, Support Group

Becoming Trauma Informed – There’s nothing WRONG with them! This training increases trauma awareness for those working with justice impacted individuals and their family members. This introduction to trauma informed care will help us become more aware of the effects of trauma in the lives… Read More »Becoming Trauma Informed