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Weed Isn’t the Villain — But It’s Not Harmless Either
Let’s talk about marijuana without the propaganda… and without pretending it’s a magical herb that never hurts anyone. Because both of those takes are bullsh*t,

Colusa County Recovery
2 min read


Probation Officer Speaks Out On Addiction and Recovery Challenges
Dealing with clients addicted to substances is one of the most difficult tasks as an officer, as many substance users will resort to almost anything to get their next “fix.”

Blogger
3 min read


High Stakes, Big Rewards: How Successful Professionals Stay Sober
For many professionals in demanding careers, long-term recovery isn’t a spectacle or a struggle to broadcast. It’s quietly mastered, integrated into routines, personal relationships, and work rhythms

Colusa County Recovery
4 min read


Exercise Options For Those In Recovery & Anyone Else Who Hates Gyms
Exercise is a life-altering addition to any treatment program. Exercise provides a “natural high” by flooding the body with endorphins.

Colusa County Recovery
3 min read


Colusa Peers Set to Attend 33rd Annual Recovery Happens Event at State Capitol
On September 3rd, a group of peers from Safe Haven Wellness and Recovery Center and staff members from Colusa County Behavioral Health Services will be heading to Sacramento for the 33rd Annual Recovery Happens event.

Local News
1 min read


Hungry Sharks: The Sobering Truth About the $39 Billion Addiction Industrialized Complex
The rehab industry is a colossal, $39 billion enterprise, and much like the treacherous depths of the sea, it's fraught with predators....

SM Wagenaar
3 min read


My Conversation with Five Unhoused Residents Living Rough in Colusa
In the heart of Colusa County, a disturbing narrative unfolds among its unhoused residents. Far from feeling supported by the intended systems, some feel passed over.

Homeless Advocacy
5 min read


Health and Human Services Helps Vulnerable Couple Avoid Homelessness
This was definitely an Obi-Wan Kenobi moment! We applaud HHS's swift action, it demonstrates a local commitment to compassionate, effective solutions.

Local News
2 min read


The Pit-Falls of 'Language Policing' in Support Settings
As a community peer-based organization supporting at-risk populations for nearly five years, we've learned a fundamental truth: the demands of language policing often do more harm than good.

CCR
2 min read


Stopping Drug Drones: The High-Tech Smuggling Threat at California's Borders
In the ever-evolving world of illicit trade, drug traffickers have found a new ally in their quest for secrecy and efficiency: drug drones.

SM Wagenaar
3 min read


Yesssss! Sober DATE Ideas
Dating in a world soaked in alcohol need not stop you from making a genuine connection with another person on a sober first date.

Colusa County Recovery
3 min read


Betrayal of Public Trust: Mendocino County's Misuse of $63K in Opioid Settlement Funds
The decision has sparked outrage among community members, especially individuals affected by substance use disorders and their loved ones..

SM Wagenaar
3 min read


In the Mystical Shadows of Time: Halloween’s Ancient Celtic Origins
Deep within the annals of history, over two millennia ago, in the mystical heart of Celtic lands, there existed a festival that defies time

SM Wagenaar
2 min read


America's Religious Landscape: Is the Christian Share of the U.S. Population Declining?
Churches are closing at rapid numbers in the US, researchers say, as congregations dwindle across the country and a younger generation...

CCR
2 min read


Social Workers: America's Unsung Heroes Do So Much More Than Just Help People
Social workers use their skills and expertise to promote good mental health, strengthen relationships, and end generational cycles of trauma

Colusa County Recovery
2 min read
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