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There’s a mindset that still shows up in a lot of “traditional recovery” spaces: the belief that if you take any medication, especially a controlled medication, you’re somehow “not really clean.” This attitude seems to become even more stronger regarding MAT/MOUD medications, in particular (& unfairly, I may add!) People hear things like: “You can’t […]

Walking into a MAT clinic for the first time can feel scary as hell, especially with all the rumors, stigma, & misinformation floating around. Lots of people imagine clipboards, lectures, very clinical setting & being judged the second they walk through the door. But the truth? Your first MAT appointment is maybe the first time […]

Why it’s time to stop spreading/listening to misinformation & start understanding each other. I’ve been seeing a lot of posts lately about addiction, recovery, & medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Sadly, a lot of what’s being shared, especially from some pain advocates & recovery influencers just isn’t fully true. It’s time to have an honest conversation. Not […]

It’s National Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day, observed each year on August 21 as a grassroots effort to remember lives lost & elevate public understanding of this devastating crisis. Fentanyl remains the leading cause of fatal OD’s in the U.S., even in tiny amounts. A preliminary CDC report from August marks approximately 77,600 overdose deaths […]

I don’t post stuff like this lightly, but my gut says I have to say something. This is not to to spread fear, but to educate. Since the beginning of the year, Queen Anne’s County’s OD numbers had stayed pretty steady. Not good, not great, just holding. But in the last couple of weeks, something […]

One thing I’ve learned over the years, personally & through working with so many people in recovery, is that healing doesn’t follow a rulebook. There’s no “perfect formula,” no “right” way, (no matter what some organizations may say) & certainly no timeline that fits everyone. But you wouldn’t know that from how some folks act. […]

At some point in your journey, whether it’s with MAT or another long-term medication, you might find yourself facing a new kind of step: tapering. It’s a word that can feel intimidating at first, but it doesn’t have to be. I wanted to take a few minutes to break it down in real terms, because […]

At Grasonville Health Services, we believe in supporting every pregnant individual dealing with opioid use disorder/addiction with compassion & evidence-based care. That’s why we were so eager to speak with Ashley, a dedicated Peer Recovery Doula who specializes in supporting those pregnant in addiction & recovery, especially those on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). Ashley’s work is […]

Hey everyone — I wanted to share something that’s been on my mind while helping get the word out about Grasonville Health Services (GHS). So part of what I do for the clinic is handle outreach & PR — basically, I make sure folks can find us online if they’re searching for help with addiction […]

Fentanyl continues to be at the center of America’s opioid & OD crisis, especially here in MD. As a Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) provider, Grasonville Health Services is committed to offering clarity, education, & life-saving resources. Whether you’re someone seeking help or a loved one trying to understand, here’s what you need to know as of […]