Carol R. is the mother of Jack, a successful Turnbridge graduate. Jack came to Turnbridge after completing primary treatment at Mountainside Treatment Center, and since committing to treatment he has worked hard to stay sober and rebuild his family relationships. Addiction can strike in any family, and Carol is using her experience with Jack to […]
Family Perspectives
CINDY – “At Turnbridge He Started To Come Alive Again”
Cindy H., the sister of recent Turnbridge graduate Eric V., played an integral role in helping her brother find the guidance and support he needed to turn his life around. A little over a year ago, fearing for her brother’s life, Cindy confronted Eric with her concerns about his wellbeing. Shortly after, Eric made the […]
CATHERINE – A Life Saving Ultimatum
Catherine N. is the mother of John, a current resident in the third and final Phase of Turnbridge’s reintegration program. Over the course of John’s residency at Turnbridge he has demonstrated tremendous growth, immersing himself in the 12-step recovery community, enrolling at a local University, and even earning the position of House Manager at one […]
MALKA – “I just have my son back.”
Malka B. is the mother of Jordan, a recent graduate of Turnbridge’s addiction treatment program. After successfully completing primary treatment at the Caron facility in Pennsylvania, Jordan came to Turnbridge for drug treatment. While at Turnbridge, Jordan put a great deal of effort into his continued recovery and plan for reintegration. He is now reaping […]
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 […]
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 […]
KEVIN & SUSAN – Finding Joy in Recovery
Dustin, the son of Kevin and Susan S., came to Turnbridge’s extended care program after undergoing detox and successfully completing a 28-day residency at Father Martin’s Ashley in Maryland. The effects of addiction and substance abuse do not simply stop with the user. Kevin and Susan have undergone their own struggles during Dustin’s ordeal. According […]
MARY – Developing a Sober Network
Mary’s son, Hunter, came to Turnbridge in August 2010 after successfully completing primary treatment at Mountainside Treatment Center. During Hunter’s sophomore year at Texas Christian University, his personality began to show signs of change and his family began to suspect that he wasn’t being entirely honest with them. His attitude became volatile, and he began […]
Personal Stories of Families Turning Challenges into Successes
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