How to protect your recovery while on vacation
By Erin Fogarty For many, a vacation means an escape from reality to a beautiful getaway. At said getaway, alcoholic beverages, music, and wild behavior may be included. However, for those in recovery, a vacation can mean a stressful situation that can lead to relapse if not properly prepared. I have been in long-term recovery […]
Lake Hills Oasis Chaplain Mike Phelps celebrates 50 years in recovery
June marks a special occasion for Lake Hills Oasis Chaplain Mike Phelps. Phelps is celebrating 50 years in recovery! “I think I am the hope that it can happen to others,” said Phelps. Phelps addiction to drugs and alcohol is a story clients at Addiction Recovery Care know all too well. It’s why Phelps has […]
A New Father: Chris Whitenack’s Story
Addiction is one of the most difficult things a family can face. It can strain even the closest relationships, like the bond between father and son. That was certainly the case for Chris Whitenack and his dad. Chris, who spent approximately 20 years in addiction before entering recovery, says his battle with substance use left […]
WATCH | ARC founder Tim Robinson joins panel on KET to discuss addiction battle in Kentucky
On Monday Addiction Recovery Care Founder, CEO and President Tim Robinson joined state leaders in the addiction crisis to discuss challenges, innovation, and treatment in Kentucky. The program aired on KET’s flagship program “Kentucky Tonight” hosted by award-winning journalist Renee Shaw. Watch the panel discussion here. The floor was left open as Robinson and other […]
BLOG | What June means for PTSD awareness and you
By Rich Goddard, LPCC June is PTSD Awareness Month. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder affects six out of 100 people. More than 12,000,000 adults suffer from the disease daily. Here is what you need to know about the disease and how you can get help if you or someone you know suffers from Post Traumatic Stress […]
ARC’s Lancaster Outpatient facility to hold open house on June 13
Mark your calendar! On June 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) is hosting the Garrard County Fiscal Court meeting coupled with an Open House and Town Hall at our Lancaster Outpatient addiction treatment facility. The evening kicks off at 5 p.m. with introductions, refreshments, and guest speakers. At 6 p.m. […]
BLOG | Five ways to talk to your family member about their addiction
By Cathy Allen, LPCA What is the best way to talk to my family members about their substance abuse? According to the NIH (National Library of Medicine) approximately half 46% of our nation’s families are affected by substance abuse. Therefore it stands to reason that broaching this subject with your loved one could be quite […]
Sarah Daniels LPCC-S, NCC, LCADC named Senior Director of Clinical Operations
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) is pleased to promote Sarah Daniels LPCC-S, NCC, LCADC to the role of Senior Director of Clinical Operations. “I am so excited and grateful for this opportunity to work towards helping each client strive for success and combating the disease of addiction alongside my colleagues at Addiction Recovery Care,” said Daniels. […]
WATCH | Vanessa Keeton joins WKYT to discuss 2021 overdose data, ARC’s Treatment on Demand model
2021 data shows 13.55% increase in overdose deaths in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ARC) — The addiction crisis continues to impact Kentucky communities. Preliminary data from the CDC indicates that 2,391 Kentuckians died due to drug overdoses in 2021, a 13.55% increase from the state’s 2,104 overdose deaths in 2020. “With fentanyl continuing to dominate the drug supply, now is a scary and dangerous time to […]
