An Innovative Personalized Approach
by Kim Wilson
SaVida Health, which currently has four stand-alone offices and two co-locations across the state of Maine, is a medication-assisted recovery (MAR) program with a holistic approach to care, setting it apart from virtual and...
In the last issue of Journey, we talked about the cost substance use can have in a workplace and tips to help employers develop a high-level support plan. It just makes sense to address these issues and build a healthier, happier, more productive workforce,...
A Tranquil Home to Find Sobriety
Kirsten Wears, Executive Director of Tucker’s House, has always had a passion for serving the underserved. She is an affected other and grew up in a household where Substance Use Disorder (SUD) was prevalent. “I...
Making a Difference, One Life at a Time
by Jacqueline Brown
Providing addiction treatment services from its three Maine locations in Calais, Brewer, and Biddeford, SaVida Health’s centers are designed for the “whole person,” offering individualized counseling options, peer recovery coaching, case management, and comprehensive medication...
“Let it Begin With Me”
Finn, an Al-Anon member for eight years and treasurer of his district, describes Al-Anon as “a place for people to come who are struggling with this disease, to learn how to maintain their serenity.” Finding that...
Communicating with your partner honestly about yourself is one of the most feared and avoided topics.
In our last column for Journey, we discussed ways to assess how well you differentiate yourself from the relationship. The next step is the ability to communicate your deepest...
