Health Ministry

Locate the Best Inpatient Drug Rehab Center- https://www.rehabcenter.net/inpatient-rehab-centers/

Addiction Group: Addiction Resources for American Communities- https://www.addictiongroup.org/addiction/

Alcohol Addiction: Effects, Mental Health, and Relapse Prevention- https://alcoholrehabhelp.org/addiction/

Consumer Safety Guide- https://www.consumersafetyguide.com/

Inpatient Alcohol Rehab- http://www.alcoholrehabguide.org/treatment/inpatient-rehab/

Psychological Effects of Alcohol Abuse- https://addictionresource.com/alcohol/effects/psychological/

PTSD and Addiction- https://www.drugrehab.com/co-occurring-disorder/ptsd/

Sleeping Pills and Alcohol- https://bestmattress.reviews/sleeping-pills-and-alcohol/

The Recovery Village – Substance Abuse Resources for Veterans- https://www.floridarehab.com/resources/veterans/

What is Relapse?- https://www.drugrehab.com/recovery/relapse/

Staying on Track During the Holidays

• 12 Tips to Stay on the Recovery Track during the Holidays provides 12 tactics to help those struggling with substance use or stay in recovery during the holiday season. 
• Holiday Highs and Lows looks at why the holiday season is such a dangerous time and the importance of staying sober if you are in recovery. 
• How You Can Avoid the Holiday ‘Freelapse’ defines what a freelapse is, why it should be taken seriously and how people in recovery can avoid it. 

For anyone in need of AA, NA, CoDA, and/or other recovery support

If you find that you cannot attend an in-person meeting, there are options for virtual meetings and support.

In The Rooms is a tremendous internet resource for virtual meetings, including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Codependents Anonymous (CoDA), and Marijuana Anonymous.

Other groups also have virtual meetings. Here is a list we have compiled. Please consider sharing this with anyone you think may benefit from it.

In The Rooms
https://www.intherooms.com/home/

Cocaine Anonymous
https://www.ca-online.org

Al-Anon
https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electronic-meetings/

There are also numerous recovery groups on Facebook that folks can seek out.

• What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
• What is Dementia?
• 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
• Alzheimer’s Disease: Time to Take a Closer Look

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.

Website: http://www.alz.org/

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Center

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Center brings our caregiving information and tools together into one easy-to-navigate site featuring information on safety topics such as wandering, home safety, and driving.

Alzheimer’s Care Workshops

(2 Hours) with FREE respite care

Phone: 1-800-852-7795

Website: https://aaa1b.org/caregiver-resources/classes-for-family-caregivers/

Care.com

Are you looking for child care, tutors, adult or senior care, pet care or pet sitters, house care services or resources?  Visit this free website to search for these services in your area.

Website: www.care.com

Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan

Multiple Adult Day Health Centers offering several social activities and stimulating projects for adults with cognitive health challenges such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, and other conditions or injuries that require constant supervision.

Website: http://ccsem.org/services-for-seniors/

Coping with the Cost of Care Tax Deductions and More

Often-Overlooked Tax Deductions and Tips for Seniors and their Families

Website: https://blog.taxact.com/tax-deductions-and-tips-for-seniors-and-their-families/

Long Distance Careviging

How to Ensure Your Loved Ones are Safe at Home

Website: https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/long-distance-caregiving/

Depression – What you need to know

Common Ground
Common Ground provides a lifeline for individuals and families who are in crisis, victims of crime, persons with mental illness, people trying to cope with critical situations and runaway and homeless youths. You will find crisis response resources, support groups, shelters, classes, and much more on their website or by calling the number below.
Phone: 1-800-231-1127 (speak with someone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Website: Common Ground

Community Mental Health
The Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration website is located within the Michigan department of Community Health and administers Medicaid waivers for people with developmental disabilities, mental illness, serious emotional disturbance and substance disorders.
Website: Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration

Find a Michigan Mental Health worker close to you:
Website: Michigan Mental Health Networker

Need help now?

Call the 24-hour, toll-free, confidential National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

What is Diabetes Mellitus Type 1?

What is Diabetes Mellitus Type 2?

What is High Blood Pressure? (hypertension)

High blood pressure is a common disease which blood flows through blood vessels (arteries) at higher than normal pressures.

You may find some of this information helpful in managing your blood pressure.

• American Heart Association Caregiver Support Network

Asthma (AZ-ma) is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways.  Asthma causes recurring periods of wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing.  The coughing often occurs at night or early in the morning.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but it most often starts during childhood.  In the United States, more than 25 million people are known to have asthma.  About 7 million of these people are children.

What is COPD?

COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary (PULL-mun-ary) disease, is a progressive disease that makes it hard to breathe.  “Progressive” means the disease gets worse over time.

COPD can cause coughing that produces large amounts of mucus (a slimy substance), wheezing, shortness or breath, chest tightness, and other symptoms.

Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of COPD.  Most people who have COPD smoke or used to smoke.  Long-term exposure to other lung irritants–such as air pollution, chemical fumes, or dust–also may contribute to COPD.

You may find some of this information helpful in managing your lung disease.

• Smoking cessation resources from the CDC

Medication Safety Tips

Consumer Safety Guide

Depression – What you need to know

Need help now?

Call the 24-hour, toll-free, confidential National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Common Ground

Common Ground provides a lifeline for individuals and families who are in crisis, victims of crime, persons with mental illness, people trying to cope with critical situations and runaway and homeless youths.  You will find crisis response resources, support groups, shelters, classes, and much more on their website or by calling the number below.

Phone: 1-800-231-1127 (speak with someone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Website: www.commongroundhelps.org

Community Mental Health

The Behavioral Health and Development Disabilities Administration website is located within the Michigan Department of Community Health and administers Medicaid waivers for people with developmental disabilities, mental illness, serious emotional disturbance and substance disorders.

Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-71550_2941—,00.html

Locate a Mental Health Worker

Find a Michigan Mental Health worker close to you.

Website: http://www.mhweb.org/index.html

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states 98 million Americans have obesity.  Between 1980 and 2010, the percentage of people with obesity doubled among adults and tripled among children.  Since 2010, rates have been steady, even declined among young children, but too many people still have obesity.  Obesity reduces quality of life and increases individuals’ risk for other diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.  Obesity severely impacts the U.S. economy, approximately $147 billion in annual health care costs.

The Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) supports healthy eating, active living, and obesity prevention by creating healthy child care centers, hospitals, schools, and worksites; building capacity of state health departments and national organizations; and, concluding research, surveillance and evaluation studies.

• Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020
• Tips for Healthy Weight Loss
• Tips and Games for Kids
• Tips for Parents

Common Ground
Common Ground provides a lifeline for individuals and families who are in crisis, victims of crime, persons with mental illness, people trying to cope with critical situations and runaway and homeless youths. You will find crisis response resources, support groups, shelters, classes, and much more on their website or by calling the number below.
Phone: 800-231-1127 (speak with someone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Website: Common Ground

Tenants Rights and Housing Assistance for the Disabled
Website: https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/renters-rights-and-housing-assistance-for-people-with-disabilities

Business Ideas For Persons With Disabilities
https://www.commercialcapitaltraining.com/business-resources/business-ideas/business-ideas-people-disabilities/

The Full Guide to Flying with a Disability
https://www.parking4less.com/flying-with-a-disability/

Travelling Abroad with a Disability
https://www.insurancewith.com/travelling-with-a-medical-condition/travelling-abroad-with-a-disability/

Medication Management for People with Disabilities
https://www.singlecare.com/blog/medication-management-for-people-with-disabilities/

US Department of Veteran Affairs Crisis Hotline

Transition to Civilian Life

11 Best Veterans Alcohol and Drug Rehab Centers

ASVAB Resources

Best Jobs for Returning Service Members

Surviving Spouses Resources

Financial Resources and Discounts for Military Families

Free Grants for Veterans

Support for Veterans and Their Struggles

Guide to finding a PTSD Therapist

PTSD and Addiction

Denver Recovery Center

The Recovery Village

What is Relapse?

Mesothelioma Veterans Center

MesotheliomaVets

Mesothelioma Lawsuit Guide

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans

Financial Assistance for Homeless Vets

Make the Connection.net
Launched in 2011, MakeTheConnection.net connects Veterans, their family members and friends, and other advocates with mental health information, local resources, and inspiring stories of recovery. Visitors can find reliable information on how to cope with challenges such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury, and transitioning from service. The site is free and accessible to everyone.

• PTSD: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Veteran Stories: https://maketheconnection.net/conditions/ptsd
• Transitioning from Service: Advice and Resources for Veterans: https://maketheconnection.net/events/transitioning-from-service
• Social Isolation: Signs and Resources to Address Social Withdrawal: https://maketheconnection.net/symptoms/social-withdrawal
• Five Ways You Can Support a Veteran Living with PTSD: https://maketheconnection.net/whats-new/five-ways-you-can-support-a-veteran-living-with-ptsd