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Today, it feels like everything has changed—it’s either been closed, postponed, or canceled. Some states have officially shut down. You’re working from home, while watching your kids (and trying to teach them). You haven’t seen or hugged your loved ones in weeks.If you’re struggling with all of this, know you’re not alone. And know that…

Finding the Right Level of Care When someone is struggling with mental health symptoms or substance use, it can be hard to know what level of care is right. Weekly therapy may not feel like enough, but inpatient treatment may not be necessary. In many cases, an Intensive Outpatient Program, or IOP, offers the right…

Pursuing mental well-being is a significant step, and the role of early intervention in psychiatric care cannot be overstated. The caring team at River’s Bend is here to inform you on the crucial importance of identifying and addressing mental health concerns early on. We’ll explore the impact of early intervention and shed light on how…

As Michigan began to shake off the final chill of winter, members of the River’s Bend leadership team set out on a meaningful journey across southeast Michigan. The day before the April P4P Day Conference, Bruce Goldberg, President and Co-Owner; Amy Fresch, Troy Clinical Director; Cheryl Narduzzi, Business Development Liaison; and Erica Brown, Marketing Director,…

The Back-to-School Window: Why This Time Matters The start of a new school year brings fresh opportunities and new stressors for teens. Academic pressure, shifting social circles, and exposure to substances can make this season a critical turning point for families. For some parents, the signs of substance use are sudden. For others, they appear…

Understanding the emotional toll of tragic events and how to care for ourselves in the aftermath In the wake of the recent tragedy in Grand Blanc, many of us are left feeling shaken, exhausted, and overwhelmed. When these events happen again and again—whether in our own communities or across the country—it’s not just the immediate…