May 28, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Resources, Addiction Treatment, Family Support, Personal Growth, Recovery Leadership, Sober Living, Therapy
Understanding Al-Anon and Its Purpose Al-Anon was founded in 1951 by Lois Wilson, the wife of Bill Wilson, who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It was created to provide support for families affected by alcoholism. The founders of Al-Anon understood that...
May 24, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Family Support, Substance Use Recovery
Understanding the Philosophy Behind 12 Step Programs The twelve-step philosophy was created in 1935 when Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith started Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in Akron, Ohio. Their personal battles with alcohol addiction drove them to come up with a...
May 21, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Resources, Emotional Healing, Family Support, Recovery Leadership, Sober Living
Understanding Relapse and Sobriety Challenges Relapse isn’t a sign of failure – it’s a common part of the recovery journey that affects many individuals working toward lasting sobriety. Think of relapse as a temporary setback that provides valuable...
May 20, 2025 | Addiction Resources, Community Events, Education, Family Support, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Resources, Substance Use Recovery, Woburn Events
On Sunday, June 8, 2025, the city of Woburn will come alive with energy, compassion, and community spirit during the inaugural Live Free Fun Run and Mental Health Resources Festival at Ice House Park, Horn Pond. This vibrant and family-friendly event, spearheaded by...
