We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
LGBTQ Pride Month is celebrated in June and is a time to recognize the struggles and accomplishments of the LGBTQ community. While many strides have been made toward increasing acceptance and removing the stigma of those who are LGBTQ, there is still a much higher incidence of drug and alcohol…
May 6th, 2021 marks the beginning of National Nurses Week. This is a time to recognize the efforts of this special group of public health heroes. In light of the pandemic, we want to show our appreciation to these men and women who have gone above and beyond to care…
Medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, uses medication combined with other treatment modalities to help those who suffer from drug and alcohol addiction maintain recovery long-term. MAT medications relieve the withdrawal symptoms and psychological cravings associated with treating substance use disorders. For many people who may not be aware of MAT as…
As with any disease or chronic illness, finding the right treatment is the first step in recovery from a substance use disorder. Treating addiction is a process that often requires several months for patients to regain control of their lives and acquire the coping skills necessary to live a healthy…
The goal of both inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment is recovery. The difference, however, is the location. While inpatient treatment involves living on-site at a treatment center, outpatient care is for those who need more flexibility in their schedules. At BrightView, we only offer addiction treatment programs that afford patients…
When you need assistance for recovery from addiction, you need it now. There is no reason to delay and no better time than the present. Your health and future are at stake. While some treatment centers have a waitlist or require a rigorous application process, with each day that passes…
Choosing an addiction treatment center for you or someone you love can be overwhelming and stressful. Unfortunately, there are quite a few programs out there that engage in unethical practices and deceptive marketing. With the number and type of addiction treatment centers on the rise, it is more important than…
Facing a substance use disorder may be the most difficult thing that you or a loved one has ever experienced. It takes courage and discipline for patients to take that first step toward recovery and regaining control of their life. The process begins with a welcoming and respectful atmosphere that…