St. Martin’s Partners with Friend Family Health Clinic
Resident Angela hadn’t been to a doctor in 20 years. She had been ignoring some health issues that she needed to take care of immediately. “I went to Friend Family […]
Formerly St. Martin de Porres House of Hope - A Supportive Community for Women in Recovery Since 1983
Resident Angela hadn’t been to a doctor in 20 years. She had been ignoring some health issues that she needed to take care of immediately. “I went to Friend Family […]
Amanda Longe-Asque, left, and Angie, will be among the Harmony, Hope and Healing ensemble singers performing the national anthem while St. Martin de Porres House of Hope co-founder Sister Therese […]
Lyntoi has a lot to celebrate: 16 months of sobriety, and a new full-time job. Lyntoi, 57, has worked hard to get where she is today. A native Chicagoan, she […]
Learn how to have fun without alcohol or drugs, there is no shortage of ways to enjoy life while being alcohol free and drug free. Participating in fun sober activities […]
Self-awareness is the state of having a clear perception of your own strengths and weaknesses, knowing your own beliefs and motivations and having control of your emotions. This is one […]
The disease of addiction often leads us to believe that we can make it through life completely on our own. As you begin your path of recovery, you quickly discover […]
Recovery is an individual process, and there is no one path that will work for everyone. Do not listen to advice that hinders your recovery. Focus on the result, not […]
Don’t mistake an enthusiasm to change with actual action. The former is nice to have, but the latter produces actual change. In the beginning stages of recovery it is easy […]
Cut out toxic relationships and build healthy relationships. The people,places and things you surround yourself with during recovery is crucial to your long term success. Check out the video below […]
Take physical care of yourself. Exercise regularly and eat well. Addiction is a mental, physical, and spiritual disease that effects every area of our lives. Frequent alcohol and drug abuse […]