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Free Smoking Cessation Classes

Published July 3, 2008

On Friday, June 16, 2008, Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell signed into law SB 246, to be known as the Clean Indoor Air Act. This law, which prohibits smoking in most public places and workplaces in Pennsylvania, will take effect September 11, 2008.

In response to this legislation, we are seeing an increase in the availability of smoking cessation classes. Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership (BCHIP) is offering the following smoking cessation classes this summer. Each program is 5 sessions over 4 weeks. These programs are free.

Locations Closed for Independence Day

Published June 30, 2008

Please note that our recovery community centers and office locations will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Our Alcohol & Other Drug Information and Recovery Support Line will be available over the holiday.

Men’s Initiative

Published June 27, 2008

Men’s Initiative is a resource, network, and treatment center for men, particularly those in mental and emotional distress. Their professional volunteers and staff provide addiction education and support services for adults and teens. They provide a comfortable, non-threatening environment where men can get the confidential care they might otherwise be reluctant to seek.

According to Men’s Initiative:

Drugs, depression, and divorce are just three main areas that affect men in profound, often misunderstood, and misdiagnosed ways. Many men who need psychological care simply don’t or won’t get it—due to social stigma, fear of the unknown, or an inability to pay for it.

This nonprofit organization was founded by Geoffrey W. Jackson, co-founder of HealthLink Medical Center, featured in a previous Journal entry. Visit Men’s Initiative on the web, or contact them via phone: (215) 657-2300 or email: info@mensinitiative.org.

Related

PRO-ACT’s Women’s Recovery Community Center offers recovery support to help women achieve long-term sobriety. It is open to any woman who wishes to strengthen her recovery, at any point in her recovery. Learn more, or view our calendar of programming.

Open House Celebration June 25

Published June 19, 2008

a sign hangs over the entrance to the community centerPlease join us on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 to celebrate the grand opening of the Southern Bucks Recovery Community Center. Find out about our programs; meet our volunteers, participants, and staff; and find out how you can help those in recovery from alcohol or other drug addictions.

Our open house will be held from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. The Southern Bucks Recovery Community Center is located in the Bristol Office Center, 1286 Veterans Hwy, Bristol, PA 19007. Veterans Hwy is also known as New Rodgers Rd and Rt 413. Please RSVP to (215) 788-3738 or info@proact.org.

Related

Learn more about our Southern Bucks Recovery Community Center, our other recovery community centers, and the programs we offer at each location.

Locations Closed for Flag Day

Published June 11, 2008

Please note that our recovery community centers and office locations will be closed Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 in observance of Flag Day. Our programs will resume as usual on Sunday, June 15. Our Alcohol & Other Drug Information and Recovery Support Line will be available over the holiday.

My Reminder

Published June 5, 2008

I had the opportunity to assist a 50 year old man—we’ll call him John—seeking recovery. John was jobless, homeless, and hopeless. He was not seeking medical attention because he did not have medical assistance and was not saturated to cause withdrawal side effects. However, he was in need of recovery assistance.

We contacted several Recovery Houses to seek a bed and get John re-routed into recovery. The majority of Recovery Houses filled due to the cold weather. By the grace of God we were able to find a bed. I took John to the house at lunchtime. When we pulled up we found a newly remodeled Levittowner that was very inviting. Larry, the day monitor, greeted us and welcomed John. Another resident who was home took John’s bag and brought it to the room. Larry guided us to the recently updated kitchen to show us what was for dinner. The smell of the house made your mouth water. Larry proudly showed us that he was cooking a pork roast in a Dutch oven with many veggies and potatoes. “Low and slow with a lot of love,” Larry said. John and I marveled at the kitchen gadgets and how well the counter top was organized. Larry said, “I need it that way.” Being home during the day, Larry did the cooking and enjoyed it. I never thought about why he needed it that way.

I said goodbye to John and welcomed him back to the journey. I thanked the guys at the house and told John he was in good hands. Larry approached me and put his hand on my shoulder and felt my upper arm. He said, “Steve said you were big.” Steve is the general manager of four recovery houses operated by Life’s Journey in Levittown. “Yep, you’re big,” Larry said. I wasn’t sure what to think until Larry followed my arm down and grasped my hand to shake it. He said, “Mike, I have nine months recovery and have never felt better in my life. My life has been a struggle. I am permanently disabled and blind but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I like what I help out with here.” I was so choked up I couldn’t speak.

I went to my car and stayed seated to allow my emotions to run their course. The message was clear to me. That day I was reminded of the people needing help, like John and Larry, who are grateful to be in recovery and who have had more struggles than I could imagine, but are still able to share their love of recovery. I will remember this for a long time.

The story above was submitted by Mike McDonnell, Services Coordinator, Southern Bucks Recovery Community Center.

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