Nature: A Breath of Fresh Air for Your Recovery
Recovering from addiction is hard, painful work, but not every aspect of recovery has to be heavy or difficult. One way you can strengthen your recovery is to make time to engage with nature. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center, in Portsmouth, Virginia, we encourage our...
Why Aftercare Matters
After the darkness of active addiction, the relief of sobriety can make a person feel invincible. It’s important to remember, however, that long-term recovery is an ongoing journey with many ups and downs. Located in Portsmouth, Virginia, Safe Harbor Recovery Center...
An Overview of Peer Support
Family, friends, and professional supports are great resources to have in your corner when you’re working toward recovery. None of these can replace the expertise of a peer who has been there themselves, though. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center, in Portsmouth, Virginia,...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Addiction
Addiction may seem like a topic that is too heavy to discuss with a child, but it can be necessary to help them understand the world around them. This is particularly true if they have witnessed someone struggling with addiction or their life has been impacted by the...