July marks two special birthdays near and dear to Ashley Addiction Treatment, the birthdays of Micki Thomas on July 23rd, and her sister Mae Abraham on July 24th. “Feminine genius” is a term coined by Pope John Paul II in his groundbreaking 1995 Letter to Women, and is the perfect way to describe two influential […]
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Get Crafty with Alcohol-Free Beverages and Celebrate Alcohol Awareness Month in Style
Spring has sprung and Easter is in the air. What better time to start experimenting with some tasty non-alcoholic beverages than in April, for Alcohol Awareness Month. Alcohol Awareness Month is a public health effort started by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence back in 1987. Each year, this program aims to broaden public awareness […]
Celebrating Father Martin’s Legacy with a Nutritious Smoothie
Legacy. This big, bold word is aptly used in connection with Father Joseph Martin, co-founder of Ashley Addiction Treatment. And what a legacy this man has left. At Ashley Addiction Treatment we honor Fr. Martin throughout the year, but particularly during the month of March, as his memorial date, March 9th, approaches. Fr. Martin used […]
Make February the Month for Cultivating Healthy Relationships
It’s February, the month most often associated with love and relationships. It is true that emotional wellbeing is impacted by the state of our close relationships with others, whether they are romantic ties, friendships, family members, or coworkers. When we nurture healthy, stable relationships the benefits are multifold. We are calmer, we feel less anxious, […]
Celebrating Founder’s Day with Delicious Crab Cakes
Prioritizing health and wellness in recovery can actually enhance continuing care efforts following treatment and help solidify recovery. Restorative activities should be multi-pronged, including getting regular exercise, practicing stress reduction techniques, getting quality sleep, and embracing a healthy diet. So, what better way to celebrate our Founders Day on January 17th than with some delicious […]