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 Services is excited to announce that we are growing our family services with CRAFT! Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) is an evidence-based practice that assists family members and loved ones in creating an environment that supports motivation for participation in treatment for substance use and mental health disorders. Whether you’re a spouse, […]

Benzodiazepine addiction has quickly turned into another epidemic sweeping America. Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as benzos, are drugs typically prescribed to calm or sedate a person who is suffering from anxiety, panic attacks and/or a debilitating mental health disorder. Common types include Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin and Valium. Any form of Benzodiazepine is strong, effective and […]

NYS is taking action against the rise in fentanyl related overdoses. Last week, New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) announced their new public awareness “Prevent Overdose” campaign. This new fentanyl campaign is designed to prevent overdose deaths and empower the public with information needed to help save lives. As we live […]

Horizon knows there are many challenges posed from COVID-19. Work, education, childcare and safety being a few that have disrupted our routine these past few weeks. However, taking care of yourself should not be one of them. We cannot emphasize it enough. You have to take care of yourself. If you are not well, whether […]

During this difficult time, support and treatment are still available and needed more than ever. It is Horizon’s goal to continue operations and support services as safely as possible, and we are grateful for the technology that allows us to do so. Due to the current safety measures and need for continual support and treatment, […]

Do you drink alcohol to have a good time? To relax? Does it help ease the pain from life’s challenges or help you cope with depression or anxiety? For all the reasons that you may believe regular use of alcohol improves your emotional and physical wellbeing, the benefits of living life without alcohol—permanently—are exponential. While […]