Sobriety is an important milestone and it should be celebrated accordingly. If you have a loved one who’s celebrating a sobriety anniversary, then you may be wondering what to get them as a gift. It can be tough to find something unique and meaningful that celebrates this accomplishment. But don'...
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Apr
18
2022
It's normal to feel down when you're trying to overcome an addiction. You've put so much effort into getting clean, and sometimes it feels like you're not making any progress which will make you feel depressed.One thing that many people wonder is whether or not depression goes away in addiction r...
Apr
05
2022
Getting a good night's sleep is essential for functioning well during the day, and it's especially important for people in addiction recovery. A poor night's sleep can leave you feeling tired and grumpy, making it difficult to stay on track with your recovery goals. A lack of good sleep can also ...
Mar
15
2022
Do you know that art therapy can be a powerful tool in addiction recovery? When used in combination with other treatments, art therapy can help people struggling with addiction to find new ways to cope with their problems and explore emotions they may be hesitant to talk about.If you're in recove...
Mar
08
2022
The road to sobriety is full of challenges, but it's also full of hope and opportunity. When it comes to addiction recovery, many people believe that the only thing that is important is getting sober. While this is certainly a critical piece of the puzzle, it’s not the only one.One of the most im...
Mar
03
2022
Relapse. It's a word that can feel like a death sentence to an addict in recovery. For some people, it can mean "I failed" or "I'm not good enough." If you're in this situation, relapse can also feel like you're back at square one, even if you've been clean and sober for years.But it doesn't have...
Feb
23
2022
Alcoholics Anonymous or AA has been around long enough to develop a reputation as one of the most effective recovery programs for those who want to stay sober and help others achieve sobriety. Many professional addiction treatment specialists and centers also integrate AA in their programs to ad...
Jan
17
2022
Feeling down is never fun. Especially if you are dealing with addiction recovery, you might be experiencing a really tough time right now. You're feeling sad or stressed out, so you turn on the TV looking for some inspiration that will make your day better.But then what happens? You ended up watc...
Dec
27
2021
It's the holidays and that means lots of festive gatherings with friends and family. According to studies, the average American drinks 100% more alcohol during the holiday season. The problem with this is that many holiday merry-makers end up getting blackout drunk.Being blackout drunk means bein...
Dec
20
2021
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and celebration. However, when someone is in recovery from addiction or an eating disorder, the holiday season can be difficult to deal with. It is important to remember that even if someone has completed treatment or entered into long-term care that t...
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kymmi lee
I am a mother of an alcoholic in his late 20's. I've received glimpses of my son deteriorating over several years. I've had conversations with my son, warned my son of the potential repurcussions of his actions, pleaded with him to change his lifestyle, gotten angry with him...The range of the emotional roller coaster made me feel helpless. Finally all of the consequences I was trying to prevent my son from facing happened. He had gone to jail twice in a year, CPS got involved to protect my 3 year old grandson, and his rights to his son is under supervision for a limited time each week. This was devastating but also a blessing in disguise because that was my son's rock bottom. He was tired and ready for a change.
My sister recommended Anaheim Lighthouse because their friend went there for a month. Their friend is now a better husband, father, person. I went down the rabbit hole of looking up rehab facilities, reading reviews - some of them were terrifying!
Finally, I called Anaheim Lighthouse and Bryan Krause picked up my call. He was very understanding as he is also a recovering addict. Bryan was not pushy. I didn't not immediately agree to send my son there as I was still contacting other facilities, but he followed up with me to see how things were going. I finally pulled the trigger. I made arrangements for my son to be picked up. My son stayed in the facility for approximately 30 days. He went through 5 days of detox, and had only positive things to say about the staff, the food, and the support he received.
It's only been a few months since my son started his sobriety road, but he's been attending AA, has a sponsor, has a strong support system outside of his family, and is actively putting in the work to stay sober. It's been a breathe of fresh air to have conversations with my son and see him grow. One of the staff members from Lighthouse still checks in with my son periodically to see how things are going! I am grateful for Lighthouse helping my son with the new chapter in his life.
Lauren A.
I came to Lighthouse Jan 2025 a deeply broken and hopeless person who had given up on life completely. After a not so great experience at a residential...
David S.
just got out of the lighthouse on the male side I stayed 32 days and loved all of it! great set up awesome staff and amazing food. loved my therapist...
