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Mar

05

Incarceration is Not The Cure by Board Member, Susan Lovell

Incarceration is Not The CureBy Susan B. LovellBetsy’s the pretty girl who grew up next door in Forest Hills-East Grand Rapids. Adopted as a baby into a loving family—a caring mom and dad, a smart older brother and a grandfather who’s a prominent surgeon. Betsy was a sparkling child through grade... read more

Feb

28

Addiction, Recovery and Gratitude- an article written by Board Member, Mark Thomson

Addiction, Recovery and Gratitudeby: Mark Thomson, Our Hope Association Board of Directors Member One of the most consistent themes within recovery support groups is gratitude. As with so much in the addiction recovery movement, this emphasis on gratitude is for very practical reasons.... read more

Feb

14

I was a "functioning alcoholic" until I wasn't

I was a "functioning alcoholic" until I wasn't: An Our Hope Advisory Board Member's StoryUntil 1996, it appeared I was leading a charmed life—happily married for 10 years to a wonderful man, two beautiful, smart, healthy kids, a successful 16-year career as an Executive at a Fortune 500 Company—and... read more

Feb

06

The Best Tips For Recovering With A Fresh Start On Your Finances

The Best Tips For Recovering With A Fresh Start On Your Finances by: Michelle PetersenGetting clean means a whole new you, and part of your healthy lifestyle includes better economic choices. You may not know how to recover financially, but with these tips you can make a fresh... read more

Feb

06

Winter 2018 Newsletter

To read Our Hope Association's Season's of Hope Newsletter: Winter 2018, click here.

Jan

24

How Fitness Can Aid in Your Addiction Recovery

Photo credit PixabayHow Fitness Can Aid in Your Addiction RecoveryBy Adam Cook “More than 90 Americans die from overdoses each day.” – The HillWith addiction being the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., researchers from the National Institute on Drug Abuse are continuing the quest... read more

Dec

22

Happy Holidays!

Our Hope staff wishes you a joyous holiday season and a new year filled with peace, happiness, and HOPE!

Nov

22

Happy Thanksgiving

Our Hope Association Staff and Interns wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Oct

17

Fall 2017 Newsletter

Fall 2017 NewsletterOctober 17, 2017You can read our newsletter online, just click on the link below Newsletter

Oct

02

Family Members and Friends Can Make Sobriety Easier for Those in Recovery

Article by: Adam CookOvercoming addiction is a daily battle, and it completely changes the way we go about our lives. For those trying to remain sober, socializing may be the greatest test to our willpower. It’s no secret that socializing and drinking go together for most, but for those in recovery... read more