Horizon Blog

National Recovery Month is an observance held every September to provide education and awareness around the benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery for substance use and mental health disorders. It is a time for us to celebrate those whose lives have been improved and transformed by recovery, as well as offers hope to those who […]

The past two years have been full of constant change – change in jobs, families, routines, the way we interact with others, and our life perspective. For many, these changes haven’t been easy. For others, the COVID-19 pandemic has been the “wake-up call” they needed to help them realize that life is short, and caring […]

Horizon Health offers mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents, ages 13 and older, along with family support and counseling. Our teleservices allow you and your child easy and safe support. We understand that making the decision to reach out for help can be difficult, especially for a teenager. Our experienced counselors are here […]

It can be hard to talk about your feelings. It can be hard to talk to strangers. It may, therefore, seem like it would be uncomfortably strenuous to talk to strangers about your feelings. Despite what you may believe, recovery support groups are proven-successful resources to help those recovering from addiction. Before you say no […]

No one ever said, recovering from a substance use disorder would be easy. But they did say you can do it—and they’re right. As you begin the healing process, accept these truths: You will have good days and bad days. You will take two steps forward and a step back. And you will come out […]

The U.S. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) reports that 40% of traffic-related deaths during Christmas and New Year’s involve drunk drivers — a 12% increase over the rest of the month of December. Why? More people drink during the holidays due to parties and other events. People underestimate their level of impairment […]

The holiday season can be challenging when you’re in recovery. Everyone wants you to “eat, drink and be merry,” but the stresses of too much to do, not enough sleep and spending time with family and friends can pile up. Relatives may not understand or support your sobriety. Friends who you used to drink or […]