Posts Tagged ‘substance abuse’
#NDAAFW in Central Florida – National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week Orlando
March 18-March 22, 2024 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week! This week gives us an opportunity to increase awareness by educating ourselves and those around us about the impact […]
Spring Next Week! What that Means for Mental Health
This weekend’s weather forecast calls for one last blast of winter here in Florida, but on Tuesday, we will celebrate the First Day of Spring. This changing of seasons offers […]
In Celebration of Football Season
Football season has officially kicked off! And we know of no other activity so universally loved in our community. For many, the rituals and traditions of football season are something […]
Celebrating Recovery
September is “National Recovery Month”. I would like to use this opportunity to help raise awareness of prevention, treatment, and recovery programs, including those at Aspire. You may be aware […]
Detox Services at Aspire (Central Florida)
The recent, tragic story of overdoses in north Florida reminds us that communities across our nation, including Central Florida, continue to struggle with drugs and alcohol. While the stigma associated with […]
Affordable Mental Health Programs & Services in Central Florida
Thankfully, advocacy and awareness of the importance of mental health is being increasingly talked about. Certainly, you will hear me encourage everyone to take a look at their mental well-being […]
What Does “Rehab” Mean?
Can we have a conversation about “rehab“? Many associate the term with residential substance abuse treatment, and others may think of “rehab” in terms of physical therapy. Rehabilitation, however, is […]
How to Break The Cycle of Negative Behaviors and Thoughts
Groundhog Day has been a playful American holiday since 1887. Every February 2, we wait for our nation’s favorite groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, to tell us if spring is near, even […]
Making Mental Health a Part of Your New Year Resolutions
New Year Resolutions are a fun tradition and a great way to signify our desire to take a step towards positive change. As someone that has worked in the behavioral […]
$2,740 Grant Awarded to Brevard Women and Children’s Residential and Women’s Operation Center Focus Programs from The Community Foundation for Brevard
Aspire is pleased to announce that the Brevard Women and Children’s Residential Program and Women’s Operation Center Focus (OCF) has been awarded a grant for $2,740 from the Community Foundation […]