Spectrum Celebrates Inaugural Nurse of the Year Awards
2020 has been a whirlwind for all of us, but especially for nurses. In recognition of the incredible work nurses do – and in honor of the 200th anniversary of the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale – the World Health Organization has declared 2020 as the International Year of ...
Employee Spotlight: Meet Our Inpatient Nursing Supervisor, Kelly Field
Our nursing staff is at the heart of treatment here at Spectrum, always going above and beyond to care for clients, run programs, and respond to emergencies. In celebration of National Nurses Month, we’re highlighting Kelly Field, the Inpatient Nursing Supervisor at our Westborough, Massachusetts campus, to get a closer ...
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.
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.
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 ...
Goodbye 2019: A Look Back at All of Our Progress
Another year has come to a close and a new door is about to open. Whether you’re currently in treatment, recovery or active addiction, the new year is a fresh start for all of us. Please join us in looking back at 2019 and celebrating several important milestones that occurred ...
Recap: Our Panel with Regis College on Careers in Addiction Treatment
The last five decades have been a roller coaster for addiction treatment – from the war on drugs to the introduction of medication-assisted treatment. On November 21, we co-hosted a panel discussion with Regis College about addiction treatment, behavioral health and career options in the field for 45 soon-to-be graduates ...
