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The Four S’s of Early Fatherhood
by Andrew L. It has been my most recent and greatest accomplishment to become a father to Aiden Paul on February 19, 2013. He has brought joy, love I never thought possible, and challenges that I can say I have … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Family, Guest Posts, Resources & Tips
Tagged babies, baby, Community, dad, dads, family, father, father's day, Fatherhood, Fatherhood Celebration, Fatherhood Community Celebration, fathers, Sawyer Point
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Social Implications of Drunk Driving
by Jason H. Driving while under the influence of alcohol can result in serious consequences. Along with the obvious things like going to jail and paying steep fines, drunk driving can also cause a lot of negative social implications. It … Continue reading
Posted in Drug and Alcohol, Guest Posts, Resources & Tips
Tagged alcohol, drinking and driving, driving, drunk driving, DUI, DWI, intoxicated
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Heroes of Hope
by Beth W. “I continue to believe that if children are given the necessary tools to succeed, they will succeed beyond their wildest dreams!” – David Vitter, U.S. Senator Today is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This is a … Continue reading
Posted in Advocacy, Family, Guest Posts, Mental Health
Tagged child, children, hero of hope, heroes of hope, mental health, Mental Health Awareness, SAMHSA, young adults, youth
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April 21-27: National Volunteer Week
by Rob F. National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, 2013. Talbert House is fortunate to have many dedicated volunteers serve the organization in different ways throughout the year. In honor of National Volunteer Week, we wish to recognize and thank … Continue reading
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How to Avoid Underage Drinking
by Caroline M. Growing up, my parents were very clear with their expectations for me when it came to underage drinking. They made sure I always knew that I didn’t need alcohol to have a good time, and that there … Continue reading
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Tagged alcohol, binge drinking, college, drinking, underage drinking
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An Unexpected Mission Moment
by Beth P. You’ve heard the expression being in the right place at the right time. Recently, I had an experience that made that expression a reality for me. On Friday, February 15, I had our first blood drive for … Continue reading
Bleed For Our Cause!
by Beth P. This year, Hoxworth Blood Center is hosting it’s first Bleed for a Cause competition for local Non-Profits to help in it’s blood donating recruitment. The top three organizations who score the most points will win $2,500, $5,000, … Continue reading
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Tagged Bleed For A Cause, blood donation, blood drives, competition, February, Hoxworth
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Gateways Eating Disorders Program
by Maria S. Up to 24 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder such as: Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder. It is a disease that devastates families desperate to help someone they love. Gateways, … Continue reading
Posted in Advocacy, Family, Guest Posts, Mental Health
Tagged anorexia, binge eating, bulimia, eating disorder, ED, Gateways
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Drug Facts: Understanding Opiate Addiction
by Carrie K. Most people are aware of the growing problem with pain pills and heroin (opiates) in our community. News reports and local papers validate that we have a problem growing out of control. This problem has strained personal … Continue reading
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Tagged addiction, heroin, opiates, opioids, pain medication, pain pills, prescriptions, withdrawal
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