24/7 ACCESS | Getting help has never been easier
Do you or a loved one battling addiction need help NOW? Well, then, access to treatment has never been easier. One of the most alarming questions we hear from those in crisis is, “How long do I have to wait for a bed?”. Answer: There is no waiting! Before Medicaid expansion in Kentucky, getting the […]
PARENTAL ALERT: Adderall abuse increasing among teens
Parents should be aware of their children’s study habits. A new report by the University of Michigan found a link between studying and the abuse of ADHD medications Adderall and Ritalin. “The study associates using both stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications with greater probability of experimenting with cocaine, methamphetamine, and other prescription stimulants.” Prescribed to treat symptoms […]
<strong>Addiction Recovery Care Welcomes Brad Hall as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives</strong>
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), a leading provider of addiction treatment programs throughout Kentucky, is expanding its team with a new Vice President of Strategic Initiatives. Brad Hall brings over 25 years in strategic operations, leadership and external affairs to the executive team. Most recently, Hall served as Vice President of Strategic Operations for Boa Vida […]
Spike in overdoses reported across Kentucky
First responders across Kentucky have responded to a spike in overdose incidents in the last 24 hours. According to tracking, several overdoses in Madison and Laurel Counties have prompted health officials to request a spike alert. It is unclear what substances are to blame for the spike or if Fentanyl is an underlying factor. […]
ARC names Sarah Adkins Site Administrator of Yellow Banks Facility
As Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) moves forward in opening Yellow Banks Recovery Center in Owensboro, the organization has hired Sarah Adkins as the center’s Administrator. Adkins brings more than a decade of experience in healthcare leadership. Most recently, Adkins served as Director of Owensboro Regional Recovery, a Recovery Kentucky program. She serves on various local […]
ARC Announces Bellefonte Hospital and Recovery Center CEO
As Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) moves forward in opening Bellefonte Hospital and Recovery Center in Greenup County, the company has hired Johnathan Frazier as the center’s Chief Executive Officer. Frazier brings more than 15 years of experience in healthcare executive leadership. Most recently, Frazier served as Market CEO for NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals, a network of inpatient […]
“Just Say No was not enough”
Since 1983 the D.A.R.E program has helped teach school-age children about the dangers of drugs. You’ve seen the shirts and heard the slogan, “Just Say No to Drugs.” However, the organization’s message is changing, and one mother believes it could have saved her son’s life. “My son passed away on Sept. 16, 2020, from fentanyl […]
Fentanyl | Most Dangerous Time in History to Use Drugs
Alarming numbers continue to worsen as more Americans than ever grapple with addiction across Kentucky and the nation. Fentanyl is only making matters worse. According to reports, synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, are to blame for at least two-thirds of all overdose deaths. Nationally, deaths resulting from an overdose crossed the 100,000 threshold last year. The synthetic opioid […]
<strong>Kristina Arnette Joins Addiction Recovery Care as Senior Vice President of Finance</strong>
As Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) continues to expand its operations throughout Kentucky and the surrounding region, the company has hired Kristina Arnette as its Senior Vice President of Finance. Arnette brings more than 25 years in accounting and finance and 15 years in health care. Most recently, Arnette served as Senior Vice President of Finance […]
<strong>BLOG: 7 Tips for a Safe and Sober Derby Week</strong>
While most Kentuckians think of Derby Week as a fun and cheery time, the celebrations can present challenges for those in recovery. The good news is that you don’t have to have a cocktail in hand to partake in the festivities. As the 149th Kentucky Derby quickly approaches, we’re highlighting some of the ways people […]
