Breaking the stigma: From addiction to community leader
The old saying goes that you should never judge a book by its cover, and in many ways, that rings true with someone’s past. Look no further than this year’s Leadership Owensboro Award Winner, Blaine Mathew. Growing up, he was the all “A” student with a path destined for success. He went to college […]
Addiction Recovery Care closes on Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital purchase
Treatment with an end goal is coming to Greenup County. Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), a national leader in treatment and recovery, has closed on its purchase agreement with Bon Secours Mercy Health for a portion of the former Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital campus in Greenup County, Kentucky and is moving forward with plans to […]
Addiction Recovery Care to build treatment facility in Southwest Virginia
DICKENSON COUNTY, Va. – As Virginia continues to experience the impacts of the addiction crisis, Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), in partnership with the Dickenson County Industrial Development Authority, is moving forward with plans to bring a new comprehensive, residential treatment center to the region. Wildwood Recovery Center will be located at 230 Chip Mill […]
Toyotomi partnership shows ARC’s Crisis to Career model at work
If you or a loved one have experienced addiction, you know how hopeless and defeating it can feel. But for those who have found the strength to ask for help and enter treatment, the opportunities are abundant. At Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), we’re seeing the positive impacts of these opportunities–and at the root of them […]
White Oak Hill Treatment Center is hiring now, hosting a community event
Have you ever wanted to learn more about addiction treatment or what is happening in your community? Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) will host an open house and community night next Thursday, January 26th at White Oak Hill Treatment Center in Inez. During the event, people can apply for open jobs, tour the White Oak Hill […]
New overdose trend, a deeper look
Recently we told you that new preliminary data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a promising trend as overdoses appear to have declined across Kentucky and the nation each of the last three months. According to the report, the Commonwealth has seen a slight but steady decrease in the number of estimated overdose deaths […]
Dozens of ARC clients earn GEDs
To help people earn their high school equivalency diploma and improve their lives, Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) offers GED® courses across its network of more than 30 addiction treatment centers. In 2022, 48 people completed the GED® program and passed the test at an ARC facility. Another 111 are on track to do the same […]
Christmas, addiction, and lessons from 1 Peter
On Sunday, my pastor visited 1 Peter. In the passage, we are taught to fight temptation. 1 Peter 5:8-9 “Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of […]
Peer Support Appreciation Week honors Kentuckians in recovery who help others impacted by addiction
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=4hvReIdUgXc For those who are in or seeking recovery from a substance use disorder, few things are more encouraging and valuable than talking to someone who has been in their shoes, knows exactly what they’re going through and has come out on the other side. This is the role peer support specialists play in […]
Shriners donate to ARC’s Eagle Creek facility
When the hearts of servants come together, it is a beautiful thing. Recently, the Oldham County Shrine Club of Kosair Shriners made a surprise donation to clients at ARC’s Eagle Creek facility in Owen County. The donation allowed moms in recovery to shop for their kids this Christmas The Shriners organization is best known for […]
