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Maintaining Sobriety
In the final part of the addiction series, Tommy Streeter of Warsaw and Nate Moellering of Fort Wayne discuss maintaining sobriety after years of battling an addiction to heroin.
Read MoreThe Addiction Recovery Process
In part four of the addiction series, Tommy Streeter of Warsaw and Nate Moellering of Fort Wayne discuss substance abuse treatment and sobriety.
Read MoreUnderstanding Addiction
More than 900,000 people have died of overdoses since the beginning of the drug epidemic in America, around 1999, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Two Men Share Stories Behind Journey To Recovery
The following words come from a Facebook post shared by former heroin addict Tommy Streeter of Warsaw:
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The Mom Of An Addict Meetings Coming To Warsaw
“Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.”
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Get Started With Getting Help — The Possibility Of Recovery From Substances
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — No single solution meets the needs of every individual. It’s important to pick a program that provides the best opportunity to live a life free from the impact of SUD. Without a doubt, the most important step is the first one — getting started. For help … Read More
Life After Addiction — Moving Forward After A Harsh Reality
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The faces of recovery vary from person to person, as recovery isn’t a one-size-fits-all scenario. Here are some stories of recovery: Ben Irvine As I sit here thinking about what to say, I can’t help but reflect on my life. I think of my life … Read More
The Ripple Effect — When Addiction Impacts The Family
It’s Sunday afternoon. She sits on the porch, waiting on Dad to pick her up for their visits. It’s been eight Sundays now and he hasn’t come. It’s Friday. She hasn’t heard from him since Tuesday when he wanted to borrow $100. He’s her only son, so why … Read More
Getting The Hard Facts — How Addiction Affects Society And Family
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — It seems counter intuitive to first educate about substance use disorder and strive to reduce the stigma associated with addiction, then list the facts and figures about the societal impact. The hope is that, while this information can be mind blowing, it will ultimately lead … Read More
Understanding Addiction — Breaking The Stigma With Scientific Facts And Research
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “What do you wish people understood about addiction?” A few answers were offered, followed by silence. “I wish people understood that I didn’t plan on this controlling me like it does.” “It’s something that changes your brain and overtakes your life. It’s a real disease.” … Read More
Local Group Helps Families Deal With Addiction
WARSAW — It can be a hard road when your family member or loved one is struggling with addiction, but there are resources available to help aid in the healing process. The local support group Family Support for the Addiction Crisis at Home is one resource available, catering … Read More
Three In Ten Babies Born At Richmond Hospital Test Positive For Drugs
RICHMOND — Three of every ten mothers who gave birth at Reid Health last year tested positive for an illicit or high-risk drug, according to the hospital.
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Parents Learn The Tough Stuff About Drugs
WARSAW — A roomful of parents gathered Wednesday evening, Aug. 24, at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA to learn about teens, drugs and prevention. Detective Sergeant RJ Nethaway, Narcotics, Warsaw Police Department and Trooper Andrew Cochran, Meth Suppression, Indiana State Police teamed up for a brief seminar to teach parents how … Read More
Community Discussion Held About Addiction
WARSAW — On Tuesday night, members of the Warsaw community gathered at City Hall for a discussion about solutions and resources for the addiction crisis in Kosciusko County. Many were in attendance and remarks were made that there wouldn’t be enough seats for everyone in attendance. The evening … Read More
Hall Shares Addiction Story And How Her Life Was Turned Around
WARSAW — Unlike those around her, Warsaw resident Janelle Hall is unafraid of the demons in her past. When she spoke about her bad decisions, she was candid and honest. When speaking with her, those around her may never guess her young life, just starting at age 26, … Read More