Prescribed often times as a routine meditation, the Serenity Prayer (familiar to recovery culture) asks a Higher Power to “grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” The concept of acceptance, which is highlighted by this prayer, is […]
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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.
January ’15 Unsung Hero – Matt Barba
Matt Barba is Turnbridge’s Unsung Hero for the month of January. “I feel honored to be singled out this month for this accolade. With that being said, this is not why I do what I do here at Turnbridge. My combined life experience as an active addict and my subsequent years in sobriety are my […]
Jeff S: Moving Past the Disease of Addiction
Jeff S. is a resident currently in Phase III of Turnbridge’s addiction treatment program. As is true with most addicts and alcoholics, Jeff’s addiction has put him in some trying situations, but his path in recovery has led to healing and change. Jeff began smoking marijuana and drinking at age 12, which almost immediately became […]
Recreation: Flight Trampoline Park
This month, Turnbridge’s Phase I residents and Support Staff members loaded up the Suburbans and headed off to Flight Trampoline Park in New Britain, Connecticut. The Trampoline Park is a favorite activity among the residents and Recreation Coordinator Casey Olayos makes sure to schedule a trip at least once a month. “The guys always seem […]
Mike R Mends Relationships Broken by Addiction
Mike R. is a resident currently in Phase III of Turnbridge’s Preparative Care program. Like many other alcoholics and addicts, the progression of Mike’s addiction was fast and his most valued relationships were damaged, but his path in recovery has led to profound healing and change. Mike began smoking marijuana at age 13, which quickly […]
JP Overcomes The Issues of Substance Abuse at Turnbridge
JP H. successfully completed the Turnbridge drug rehab program, graduating in September 2014. JP came straight to Turnbridge after finding himself in a Williamsport, Pennsylvania jail cell with several drug-related charges hanging over his head. At 25 years old, JP’s road to recovery has already been long and trying for himself and his family. However, […]
Hogan’s Alley Paintball – Dec ’14
In December, Turnbridge residents and Support Staff members loaded up the Suburbans and headed off to Hogan’s Alley Paintball in Wallingford, Connecticut. Paintball has been a favorite activity among the residents of Turnbridge since its inception and Recreation Coordinator Casey Olayos likes to schedule a trip at least once per month when the weather permits. […]
Sam R. Makes Great Strides Through Recovery
Kathryn R. is the mother of Sam R., a resident currently in the sober living phase (Phase III) of Turnbridge’s Preparative Care℠. After struggling to maintain sobriety while living at home, Sam entered Turnbridge and has greatly matured while building a solid foundation in recovery. According to Kathryn, the progression of Sam’s addiction came as […]
Kyle D. Recovers from Gambling and Drug Addiction
Cindy D. is the mother of Kyle D., a resident currently in the sober living phase (Phase III) of Turnbridge’s Preparative Care℠ program. After struggling to gain independence and maintain recovery while living at home, Kyle entered Turnbridge and has greatly matured while building a solid foundation in recovery. According to Cindy, Kyle has suffered […]
Brian M: Learning to Overcome Issues with Substance Abuse
Brian M. successfully completed the Turnbridge drug rehab program, and graduated at the end of September. Brian came to Turnbridge from his home in Westchester, New York after several unsuccessful attempts to maintain sobriety while living at home. At 20 years old, Brian’s road to recovery has already been long and trying for himself and […]