Substance Abuse and Mental Health during COVID-19 crisis Now, more than ever, families are concerned about their loved ones. That concern is even greater when a child, spouse, brother, or sister is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder. The World Health Organization recently warned that such conditions will increase during times of … Continued
At Rosecrance Central Illinois, we leverage the 12-Step method as an integral part of our evidence-based treatment and recovery program. It is foundational to our treatment services, because it provides three key benefits to our patients: It [12-Step Programs] is time-tested… Introduced in the 1930s, the 12-Step method is an effective set of principles and … Continued
A series of recent leadership moves within Rosecrance will add fresh perspectives and new positions to the organization. These changes will enhance Rosecrance’s focus on hope-filled integrated behavioral health care. Central Illinois native Joey King, LCPC, has been hired as the Rosecrance Central Illinois executive director. King is an expert in behavioral health services, including … Continued
Rosecrance has appointed Dr. Randall Wood as the new Medical Director at Rosecrance Jackson Centers, which serves the Sioux City, Iowa, area. Dr. Wood graduated from the University of South Dakota Medical School in 2006 and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University in Emergency Medicine. Additionally, he is board certified in emergency medicine. Prior to … Continued
It’s scary to think that your spouse, friend, teen or loved one of any kind could be hiding a problem with drugs. It’s even worse when you’re not sure where to turn for help. If you believe your loved one may be hiding a substance abuse problem, Rosecrance is here to help. Talk to them, … Continued
A new generation of teens is hooked on nicotine. More and more teens are using e-cigarettes and other vaping devices, the most popular form of nicotine inhalation among adolescents today. In an average 12th grade class, 16.2% will have used a vaping device in the past month. And its widespread use is largely due to … Continued
Your recovery is a major part of your life path. You hope your spouse can join you on this journey — but relationships may become complicated when your spouse’s journey doesn’t look the same. So what can you do when you’re in recovery but your spouse isn’t? The impact of recovery on a spouse When … Continued
When you begin your journey to recovery, you have a lot of questions about the road ahead. You may have heard that 12-Step programs are an effective tool for many struggling with addiction. But could this really be the right path for you? And what happens after the 12 Steps are through? What Are the … Continued