On Friday, June 7th, sixteen of Turnbridge’s Phase I residents and three staff members went down to New York City for a fun day in the Big Apple. The group started the day off with a guided tour throughout several exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and rounded out the trip with a stop […]
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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.
FROM THE PRESIDENT: Happy Summer
Dear Friends, I hope you all are ready to kick start summer – pull the beach chairs down from the top of the garage, dust off the boogie boards, and put on your favorite bathing suits. June has arrived, and at Turnbridge we plan on really diving head first into summer. May was an exciting […]
SAM C. – From Turnbridge to SCSU to The City College of NY
Sam C. successfully completed the Turnbridge program on April 1, 2012, after spending just over a year in the program. When a childhood friend died from a drug overdose, Sam made the life-changing decision to commit to the recovery process. With the help of Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living, Sam has worked hard to better […]
A FAMILY RECOVERY – Parents say son “is much more mature and optimistic.”
Lorin is the father of Ian S., a successful graduate of Turnbridge’s drug treatment program. Despite years of tension and anger from Ian, and a cross-country ordeal, the family is now on good terms and Ian is taking the necessary steps to maintain a healthy and productive life. According to Lorin, Ian began to show […]
RYAN C – From Inpatient Treatment to Turrnbridge Recovery
Ryan C. is currently a resident in Phase III of Turnbridge’s program, expecting to graduate in September. After getting kicked out of college, Ryan made the decision to seek help, and came to Turnbridge after successfully completing inpatient treatment. He is now fully committed to the recovery process and is taking the necessary steps to […]
RYAN SHEVLIN – An Unsung Hero
The Unsung Hero for this month is Ryan Shevlin, Office Manager and member of the Admissions Department. Ryan has worked for Turnbridge since December 2011, starting as Vice President Al Samaras’ assistant. Over time, Ryan has taken on more responsibilities within the company, acting as Office Manager and intake specialist. Ryan assists new residents through […]
DEEP SEA FISHING: Enjoying the Good Weather & Better Company
On Friday May 10th, twenty-nine Turnbridge residents and three staff members hit the water for their latest recreational event: deep sea fishing on a charter boat from the local Sunbeam Fleet. The group went out for a day on the Long Island Sound in the hopes of catching a few Blue Fish, and most did […]
DAVE F. – Living a Sober High Point
Dave F. is a Turnbridge graduate who came into the extended care program after successfully completing treatment at the Gosnold on Cape Cod. Although he has endured his share of bumps along the path, Dave has been successful in his recovery efforts and continues to work as a member of the Turnbridge staff in order […]
How Sober Support Networks Aid the Treatment Provider
Jay Brothers, CAC Primary Therapist 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 difference? What are they […]
JEANNE – Turnbridge Gave Him the Confidence & Skills He Needed
Jeanne is the mother of Kevin D., a recent graduate from Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living. After a major health scare, Kevin and his family sought help and he is now fully in recovery and making significant progress in a new life. According to Jeanne, Kevin’s drug use began in college and quickly escalated. During […]