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10 Things Everyone in Recovery Has to Remember

Gateway Foundation

Recovery is a lifelong process that offers hope for people overcoming substance use disorder. Individuals can overcome challenges in recovery when they remember important things, like their progress, goals, and healthy habits. These 10 factors are the most important things to remember in recovery: 1. How Far You Have Come.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. This approach allows staff to assess your needs and provide the medical and professional care that best supports your lifelong recovery.

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What Is Xylazine, and Why Is Its Use Growing in Chicago?

Gateway Foundation

It’s essential to seek treatment and withdrawal management services to recover from substance use and maintain sobriety. The proper treatment can help them manage withdrawal symptoms safely, learn healthy coping skills, recover from substance use disorder, and transform their life to maintain sobriety.

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News Items – September 16, 2021

Social Workers Speak

Clarissa D’Ambra is a member: The Impact of COVID-19 on Alcohol Abuse & Recovery. September is National Recovery Month and this year’s theme, “Recovery is for Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community” reminds people in recovery and those who support them, that recovery belongs to all of us.

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Why Did I Stop Drinking

Untipsy Teacher

I went to Women For Sobriety meetings. I got a life coach and a therapist. I reached out to as many people as I could : I started Belle’s 100 Day Sober Challenge. A yoga teacher connected me to a wonderful AA sponsor. I went to AA meetings. I started a blog. I told all of my family and friends that I was trying to get sober.

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Continuing Care After Addiction Treatment in Chicago

Gateway Foundation

Addiction recovery lasts long after the initial treatment, which means your care must continue as well. In the second stage, you begin continuing care — the range of outpatient addiction treatments that support your ongoing recovery. Building confidence in your ability to maintain your recovery. Improving your quality of life.