On Friday, October 12, Turnbridge Phase I hit the water for their most recent outdoor activity: a 6-mile, 2 and ½ hour canoe trip down the scenic Housatonic River in West Cromwell, Connecticut. David Freedman is the Activities Coordinator for Phase I clients, and a member of the Turnbridge drug rehab support staff. He is responsible […]
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Turnbridge operates leading mental health and substance abuse treatment programs throughout Connecticut. This blog is a resource for people seeking addiction and mental health recovery information and inspiration, and the latest Turnbridge news and events.
How Sober Support Networks Aid the Treatment Provider
Jay Brothers, CAC Primary Therapist Center for Change When young people enter treatment, whether for the first time or a return after relapse, they begin establishing relationships with their program peer, program support staff, case manager or therapist right away. Their opinion is molded by what they see and hear. Is there an age […]
“IT’S SO MUCH BETTER SOBER!”
“It’s an undeniable fact that I learned how to live life here. The amount that I grew is unbelievable. It changed who I was as a person.” -Eli
LIVING THE LIFE: Phase III
He isn’t the same as he was when he got here. He’s more. He’s on the way to being the man he expected to be before his past derailed his dreams – a success in recovery and in life.
PLANNING FOR LIFE: Phase II
He’s beginning to outline some life goals, whether they be academic and/or vocational, being ever mindful that this is a marathon, not a race.
SHOWING UP FOR LIFE: Phase I
A structured drug rehab in Connecticut designed to support him while he heals and matures – as scaffolding supports a building until it can rise on its own.
TOMMY S – From Hazelden Drug Rehab to Turnbridge Extended Care and Sober Living
From Hazelden to Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living Our Resident Profile highlights a current resident. Here we focus on Tommy, who came to Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living after completing primary drug treatment at Hazelden Treatment Center in Center City, MN. Tommy started smoking marijuana with his older brother at a young age, beginning a descent […]
FROM THE PRESIDENT: The Foundation
People often ask me, “What does it take to be sober? Isn’t it hard – especially with young men so resistant to change?” My typical response: “It requires changing everything, and yes, it’s tremendously difficult!” At Turnbridge, we approach the process of change from the ground up – eat three meals per day, wake up […]
KEN W. – From Psychiatric Hospital & Rehab to True Recovery at Turnbridge
Ken W. came to Turnbridge in February 2013, and is currently a resident in Phase III. After years of struggling with addiction and depression, Ken made the decision to get sober in August 2012. He has since worked hard to better his outlook and improve his life. Ken was introduced to marijuana just before turning […]
Conor D. – Overcoming a Fear of Sobriety
Connor D. successfully completed Turnbridge’s program in December of 2011, marking a milestone in his recovery efforts. After several years of halfhearted attempts to change his way of life, Connor made the personal decision to adopt a sober lifestyle and he has maintained his sobriety for two and a half years. According to Connor, he […]