Michael's House

September is #RecoveryMonth. Join us by honoring the incredible strength and resilience of those on their journey to recovery. This month is a reminder that recovery is possible and that support, understanding, and community are key. Join us as we spread awareness, share stories of hope, and continue our mission to empower individuals to find their unique path to lasting recovery. #RecoveryIsPossible #FoundationsRecoveryNetwork

A huge thank you to our alumni for helping in our overdose awareness event at the Palm Springs Villagefest, where they distributed NARCAN to attendees. Villagefest attendees received important information on recognizing the signs of an overdose and instructions on how to administer NARCAN. According to the Riverside County Overdose Data from 2022 and 2023, it shows that more than 1,000 residents died from an overdose. NARCAN rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose and saves lives. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help. Learn more by visiting https://michaelshouse.com.

Join us for, HOPE REIMAGINED: A Heartfelt Recovery Festival! Celebrate with us on Saturday, September 28, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Michael’s House Outpatient Center, 515 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262. This no-cost event promises an afternoon filled with inspiration and joy. Enjoy informative talks from alumni speakers Ken Forstrom and Hany Samaan, as well as motivational insights from Sonny Von Cleveland. The festival will feature delicious food and treats, exciting games and prizes, a fun photo booth, great music and so much more! Families are welcome! Kids can have a blast with activities like a bounce house, face painting, balloons, and treats. Please bring a non-perishable food item to help those in need. To RSVP, call 442-677-0658 or email [email protected]. We look forward to celebrating with you!

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day aimed at raising awareness of drug overdoses and reducing the stigma around overdose. Today, let's remember to honor those lives lost, acknowledge the grief of those left behind, and empower our communities to continue prevention efforts. Together, we can make a difference. As always, if you or someone you love is struggling, reach out for help. We are here for you 24/7. #HopeAndHelp #TogetherWeCan #IOAD2024

We are excited to announce the promotion of Amanda G, LVN, to Charge Nurse. Amanda has been with us for over two years, delivering a high quality of patient care. Amanda is always calm and on point; she works hand in hand with co-workers to ensure that residents receive excellent care, and she has taken on the role of scheduler and trainer/mentor to nursing staff. The Michael’s House team will tell you that the best role that she has taken on is “Grinch” for Christmas! Please join us in congratulating Amanda on this well-deserved promotion. #MovingOnUp

We are proud to announce that Yaifeh C. is our July #EmployeeOfTheMonth! Yaifeh is the embodiment of service excellence and quality of care. She is well-regarded by residents and co-workers alike for her thoughtful and compassionate approach to patient care, flexibility and availability to meet all needs, and teaching and mentoring of staff and students while always staying calm and professional. Her wonderful sense of humor and infectious laughter always brightens our days, and we are indeed lucky to have Yaifeh with us at Michael’s House!

“When anxious, uneasy and bad thoughts come, I go to the sea, and the sea drowns them out with its great wide sounds, cleanses me with its noise, and imposes a rhythm upon everything in me that is bewildered and confused.” ― Rainer Maria Rilke Our residents had fun this past weekend decorating cakes inspired by the world “under the sea!”

Overcoming addiction is no easy task. Facing life’s problems and figuring out how to get through life after being addicted to a substance takes a lot of hard work. Being an addict in recovery takes a lot of strength. We applaud Jerry for his courage, honesty, and willingness to put in a lot of hard work to maintain sobriety and create a better life for himself. And it means the world to us that we were privileged to be a part of his recovery journey.

According to the CDC, in 2022, 10,952 lives were lost to overdoses in California, with an average of 30 deaths per day. Next week, on August 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day. Let's use this day to raise awareness and advocate for better resources in our communities. Together, we can make a difference. #IOAD2024

Our alumni had a great time going to the Inland Empire 66ers' game last week. They even got to enjoy a dazzling fireworks show after the game. We love that our alumni get together for fun outings like this one at the ballpark!