Kennebunk Savings is making a big difference for its employees and community by becoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace (RFW). This means they help people facing challenges with substance use and recovery. Their program has three main parts:
policies, education, and resources.
One of the most important...
Emotional Health: A Cornerstone of Recovery
Emotional health plays a crucial role in addiction recovery, and social networks are at the heart of maintaining that well-being. Recovery is more than breaking free from substance use; it’s about rebuilding connections, finding support, and creating a sense...
“When we started offering treatment for opioid use disorder in the emergency room, we worried there would be long lines for Suboxone, but that didn’t happen. Instead, patients began to feel more comfortable talking about their drug use, and I felt like I...
NEW: Concentration in Corrections and Probation
Washington County Community College (WCCC) in Calais, Maine, is expanding its offerings with a new degree option within their existing Criminal Justice program. Starting in Fall 2024, students can enroll in a concentration in Corrections and Probation. This...
Creating a workplace where people feel safe and supported can start with small, thoughtful actions. These steps can help employees feel comfortable sharing their worries without being afraid of judgment.
Here are some ideas:
Encourage help-seeking behavior
Encouraging people to ask for help is important because...
Celebrating Community and Heritage
It really does take a village.
We’re not talking about the butcher, the baker and the candlestick maker in an old-timey village.
We’re talking about the emergency department physicians, inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, peer recovery coaches, recovery community center, recovery residences...
