Spectrum Staff Talk With WEEI’s Rob Bradford About Managing Addiction During These Uneasy Times
WEEI RadioDate: 4/15/20 Lisa Blanchard and Catherine Collins of Spectrum Health Systems join Rob Bradford to pass along some extremely important advice and perspective when it comes to managing addiction and mental health during these very uncomfortable times. Tune in to the podcast here.
Spectrum Health Systems Announces New Vice President of Information Technology
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announces today the appointment of Jonathan Miller as Vice President of Information Technology. In this newly created position, Miller will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s information technology strategy.
Spectrum Staff Talk with WCVB about Addiction Treatment During COVID-19
Addiction has not stopped for COVID-19 and neither has Spectrum, though it has changed the way treatment is offered. Help is available if you are struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction. Tune into the interview here: Addiction services change in response to COVID-19.
We’re Here for You: How Spectrum Health Systems Is Continuing Treatment Amid COVID-19
When the novel coronavirus hit the nation, our everyday lives were turned upside down – and for good reason. All of us hold a responsibility to flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19 by staying home and only leaving the house for essential reasons. A service that remains ...
As coronavirus stops AA, NA meetings, people in recovery use virtual space to support one another and prevent isolation
MassLive
Date: 3/27/20
A trailer has been placed outside the Spectrum Health Systems inpatient campus in Westborough to screen incoming patients for signs of COVID-19, which may include fever and a dry cough.
State outpatient program that gives felons intensive counseling, training instead of jail time may expand to Hamilton County
Chattanooga Times Free Press
Date: 12/31/19
NASHVILLE — Hamilton County could be in line for an innovative Tennessee Department of Correction program that puts nonviolent felons struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues through an intensive one-year, three-phase program as an alternative to prison.
Spectrum Health Systems Donates $150,000 to Westborough and Weymouth First Responders
Spectrum Health Systems Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, is pleased to announce a donation totaling $150,000 to Westborough and Weymouth’s first responders in recognition of the critical services they provide each day as the Commonwealth continues its push to combat the opioid epidemic and increase access to treatment.
A Message to Clients Regarding Spectrum’s Response to COVID-19
At Spectrum Health Systems, the health and well-being of our clients and staff is our top priority. In light of the current public health crisis, we are taking every measure possible to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure.
Employee Spotlight: Meet Our Family Engagement Specialist, Ronald Burgess
We have so many talented and dedicated employees at Spectrum Health Systems, and we want to make sure that we take the time to express our gratitude and highlight all of the amazing work they do for our clients. Today, we share a conversation with our Family Engagement Specialist Ronald ...
What Happens After Addiction Treatment? Your Guide to Post-Treatment Life
Oftentimes on our blog, we talk about life before recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, what to expect when entering treatment, how to find the right facility, etc. But post-treatment life is equally as important and can be just as confusing to navigate. It’s easy to stay on track and ...
