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August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held each year on August 31 to help raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have met with death or permanent injury as a result of drug overdose. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental […]
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Senior Citizens are Fastest Growing Group of Gamblers
Get Set Before You Bet – Takisha Morgan discusses senior gambling Takisha Morgan, LGRC Prevention Specialist, was a guest on WINT Radio’s Our Aging World to discuss senior citizens and gambling. Seniors are the fastest growing group of gamblers in society today. Takisha gives important key points on how to prevent gambling issues from developing. […]
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Family Group Now Offered in Chardon
LAKE-GEAUGA RECOVERY CENTERS ANNOUNCES NEW FAMILY GROUP IN CHARDON Mentor, OH. August 6, 2018: Melanie J. Blasko, President and CEO of Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, Inc. has announced that the Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers’ will begin offering Family Group services in their Chardon office located at 209 Center Street, Unit E, Chardon, OH 44024 beginning August […]
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Old South Church Helps LGRC’s Newest Women’s Recovery House
Members of the Old South Church Women’s Fellowship group recently visited Lake County’s newest Women’s Recovery House in Mentor. In addition to a tour of the house, the ladies brought a large donation of assorted kitchen items that will be put to good use once residents move in. The Recovery House will be opening within […]
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Alcohol Abuse Among the Elderly – National Council for Aging Care
The National Council for Aging Care has shared a guide which addresses alcohol abuse among the elderly. This is an interesting and informative resource for individuals who have questions about alcohol use and abuse especially as it pertains to the elderly. Whether questions arise regarding a loved one’s use of alcohol or if people are […]
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Support Issue 3 – Renewal Levy
Issue 3 is a 0.7 mill renewal levy that funds critical mental health and addiction recovery services in Lake County.
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Expressions of Recovery Art Exhibit
Expressions of Recovery Art Exhibit Be sure to visit this amazing exhibit. It will run from April 30 – May 31 in the Great Lakes Mall, Dillard’s South Concourse. This annual showcase of artwork is a must see.
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First Responders Appreciation Week
From the OACBHA’s website: Ohio Week of Appreciation APRIL 9 – 15, 2018 #BringingHelpBringingHope As the State of Ohio continues to face an opioid issue of epidemic proportion in communities throughout Ohio, we want to take a moment to highlight the good work that is being done by individuals on the front lines of this […]
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2nd Annual Ride for Recovery
The 2nd Annual Ride for Recovery will be held on Sunday, August 19, 2018. This year we are going to start at Bike Ohio, 8576 E. Washington, Chagrin Falls, OH. Registration opens at 7:00 a.m. and the first rider will start at 8:05 a.m. for the long route (approx. 35 miles). The short route (15 […]
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