How to Know if Outpatient Addiction Treatment is Right for You

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When you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, there is no “quick fix.” When you’re researching the help available, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with the options and the foreign terminology. Rehab, detox, inpatient, outpatient, IOP, partial hospitalization…the list goes on. It doesn’t matter what label you put on the program. You just […]

Does Oregon Health Plan aka OHP Cover Addiction Treatment in Portland Oregon?

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The short answer? YES.  Oregon Health Plan (also known as OHP) has pretty great coverage for people who want addiction treatment.  The long answer? Still YES. However, there are some important things to keep in mind when you’re shopping for addiction treatment services that take OHP in Portland and beyond. This post will cover some […]

What is Narcan, Where Can You Get it in Portland Oregon, and How Does it Save Lives?

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What is Narcan? What isNaloxone? Narcan, also known as naloxone, is a medication used to reverse opioid overdose. It works by binding to the same receptors in the brain that opioids interact with, effectively “blocking” an opioid’s ability to continue to produce a “high” in the brain and body.  Narcan is available in several forms. […]

Sober Summer Fun is NOT an Oxymoron in Portland Oregon

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  Summer is here! While the warm weather and fun activities of summer may make you excited to get out there and soak up the sun, many people in recovery – especially those in early recovery – find that summertime months can be very triggering.  With so many parties, get-togethers, picnics, beach days, BBQs, camp […]

Telehealth for Addiction Treatment Now Proven to Save Lives, Prevent Overdose

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  By now, I think we can all agree that virtual doctor’s appointments are very convenient. At Shanti Wellness and Recovery, our patients love the convenience of being able to access cutting edge, evidence based addiction treatment via telemedicine. It wasn’t always this easy to seek care for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in general or […]