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 […]
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St. Martin’s Alumnae Set to Sing the National Anthem At the Chicago White Sox Game
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 […]
Women in Recovery – Lyntoi’s Story
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Good, Clean FUN!
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Self Awareness
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Create a Solid Recovery Support Network
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Recovery Just For You!
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Enthusiasm vs. Actual Change
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Cut Out Toxic Relationships and Build Healthy Relationships
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 […]
Holistic Recovery Minute – Take Physical Care of Yourself
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 […]