While the timeline and process for overcoming an addiction at a treatment facility may differ from person to person, one thing is constant: the hope and plan for an eventual discharge. Those plans actually start at the beginning of the process, says Glenda Burns, transition specialist at the Rosecrance Adolescent Treatment Center. “Once the client … Continued
Rosecrance is proud to help sponsor a return visit of former NBA professional Chris Herren to DuPage County. Herren will speak at Naperville North High School Feb. 18 and Glenbard North High School Feb. 19. He spoke at Downers Grove North High School last year. Herren inspires parents and students sharing his journey from … Continued
Dr. Thomas Wright, Rosecrance Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs, explains the differences between a social drinker and an alcoholic on the show “Staying Well” hosted by Melanie Cole. He speaks about signs to look for that may indicate alcoholism, such as tolerance changing, symptoms of withdrawal or loss of control. The … Continued
For those who have never had an addiction, the 12 Steps are often the stuff of movies and novels, a plot device when a character is battling addictive demons. But for the many recovering addicts across the world, the 12 Steps are tangible ideas that require thought and action. For those individuals, the 12 Steps … Continued
As all eyes turn to the Superbowl, one former NFL player tells his powerful story of recovery from depression using TMS Therapy. Tracy Scroggins is among 14,000 Americans treated for depression with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS.) You can view the video here. NeuroStar TMS Therapy is treatment cleared by the US Food and Drug Administration … Continued
WREX posted an article/video about Rosecrance’s services for women at the Harrison Avenue facility. To read the article, click here.
Mary Ann Abate brings 36 years of experience to new position ROCKFORD – Mary Ann Abate of Rosecrance has accepted a new role in the organization that will utilize her deep understanding of substance use and mental health disorders and allow her to influence how the changing landscape of public policy will impact behavioral healthcare … Continued
Offices in Crystal Lake and McHenry to offer expanded programming CRYSTAL LAKE – Rosecrance McHenry County recently opened two new locations, one in McHenry and another in Crystal Lake. Both offices offer integrated behavioral health services to clients seeking treatment for substance use and mental health disorders. Rosecrance moved from the location on Veterans Parkway … Continued
A new year presents new challenges, new opportunities and for those addicted to drugs or alcohol, a new chance at recovery. As with all endeavors, that long-term goal has to begin with inches instead of miles. “An example I use with people in recovery is to think about walking up a huge hill. Where do … Continued
Finding drugs or alcohol in a child’s room can be cause for alarm – but not counterproductive overreaction – for parents. Previously, we looked at factors a parent can use to determine whether to seek outside help for a child’s potential addiction. This week we’ll consider what parents should do once they have decided to … Continued