This in-depth look at mental health needs during and after the COVID-19 pandemic features conversations with Taraji P. Henson and Matthew McConaughey, Tracie Jenkins, and Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. Watch the video...
Ascensa Health provides a residential treatment center with a unique arrangement that keeps the family unit together. At the Family Care Center, mothers with their dependent children receive specialized services which reinforce self-sufficiency. Read more about our programs and services on our Services page....
The new year can be a motivating time to pursue recovery from alcohol and/or drug addiction. This article shares tips for maintaining recovery and planning a healthier future. Six ways to stay sober...
The Sober Podcast Network is made up of many shows designed to inspire and help strengthen your recovery from substance use disorder. Find out more...
National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates the...
Technology has made it possible to stay connected, even during a pandemic. Many recovery meetings are being held online in an effort to keep members from becoming isolated. Find out more....
Getting through the COVID-19 pandemic is stressful for everyone. People in recovery might feel like they’re especially vulnerable. This article lists helpful tips for taking care of your mental health during this difficult time. Read the article....
At Ascensa Health at St. Jude’s Recovery Center, we are committed to providing all clients with access to fully integrated services that will improve their physical and mental health, which will strengthen their ability to sustain long-term recovery from addiction. We would like to share...
People treated for an opioid addiction who were prescribed methadone or buprenorphine had an 80% lower risk of dying from an overdose than those in treatment who are not using these drugs. More on MAT....
At Ascensa Health at St. Jude's Recovery Center, we place the safety and health of our clients and staff members above all else. We are closely monitoring COVID-19 (Coronavirus) through the CDC, the World Health Organization, and the GA Dept. of Public Health. We are taking every...
It is estimated that teens and young adults are one-tenth as likely as adults 25 years and older to get the recommended treatment for opioid use disorder. Many are misdiagnosed and overlooked, even after surviving an overdose. Read the article....
The holiday season presents special challenges for those in recovery. Individuals in recovery and their loved ones can understand how to maintain sobriety in the face of stress, anxiety and depression brought on by the holidays by reading this article. ...
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) blocks the effects of opioids and curbs opioid cravings so the individual can focus on recovery. MAT can increase a person's retention in treatment, increase a person's ability to find employment, and improve birth outcomes for pregnant women with substance use...
Ascensa Health's Family Services program provides support to anyone with a loved one who struggles with addiction. Due in part to the opioid crisis, Ascensa Health's clients are younger and more connected to their families than they have been in the past. We plan to...
Relapse Prevention is an evidence-based practice that helps individuals with substance use disorder conceptualize what causes relapse. People can prevent or limit episodes of relapse by learning strategies to overcome their triggers. Read more about relapse prevention. ...
At Ascensa Health at St. Jude's Recovery Center, we provide affordable, high quality care that is individualized to address the specific needs of each client. We would like to share this story from one of our clients and celebrate their journey to recovery with you. "I’m...