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I’ve struggled with my weight most of my life. I was a skinny kid until puberty had other plans. The dieting began in my pre-teens.

Since the early days of COVID-19 we’ve been experiencing periods of change that happen quickly, sometimes without warning, and impact us in huge ways. In

People in recovery and people active in substance use have each encountered barriers to supportive recovery services and life-saving measures like harm reduction resources long

Ah, the day you were born. That special day that comes around each year. Everyone has a different relationship with their birthday. Some celebrate happily,

I’ve always enjoyed reading. As a young girl I loved Beverly Cleary and Judy Blume and devoured the Sweet Valley and Babysitter’s Club series. As

Last month my son spent his school break in the Bahamas with his father. I suppose a benefit he gets as a child of divorce

Over a year ago, many of us were adapting to an entirely new way of working, parenting and homeschooling. It’s no secret that COVID-19 has

When the pandemic first struck the community, it was a frightening and uncertain time for all. For some CHD foster parents, it meant navigating ‘the

My parents will turn 75 this year. Although in fairly maintained health, both suffer from some chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis.

Peer Support Supervisor for CHD’s Adult Mental Health team in Holyoke Jeffrey Bass and CHD’s Director of Recovery Supports Andy Beresky were recently invited to

It’s been six months since I decided to stop drinking for 30 days. Some of you may have read my blog post about that experience.

New Englanders are no strangers to winters filled with snow, sleet and cold temperatures. While they certainly know how to brave the cold, they also

The American Psychological Association recently reported that in February 2021, U.S. adults have recorded their highest levels of stress since the early days of the

When COVID-19 began to affect the community in March 2020, CHD’s Early Intervention team quickly adapted the way they provide support to families so they

As an organization whose services reach a broad range of individuals for a diverse and growing set of needs, there are many ways CHD’s leaders

At CHD’s Goodwin House, a residential addiction treatment center that serves boys aged 13-17, residents are able to take a step back from their everyday

The following is written based on the author’s personal experience with a short-term abstinence from alcohol. The intent is to encourage people to examine their

I recently did something I had thought about for years but never had the courage to go through with. I wanted something so badly, yet

I’m excited to introduce you to our new website, the product of many months of hard work and creative thinking by many members of the

Social distancing measures have left many feeling in some way confined to their homes. By and large, essential staff are the only individuals leaving the

One of the biggest challenges of anyone working during the pandemic, including those working remotely, are recurring or ever-present feelings of isolation. Even those who

We all feel guilt or remorse at varying levels throughout our lives. If you’re reading this and thinking, “No, not really,” then perhaps your time

I’ve always been someone who has adjusted pretty well. I had no problem moving by myself to New York City in my early twenties after

In order to continue to fulfill our mission to provide outstanding behavioral and developmental support services to people from all walks of life, we have