Evolve Team

The holiday season is often pictured as a time of joy, warmth, and celebration—but for many people in recovery or struggling with addiction, it can feel anything but festive. Heightened stress, emotional intensity, and social pressures create a perfect storm for relapse.  Experiencing a relapse during the holidays can trigger overwhelming feelings of guilt and …

Relapse During the Holidays: What It Means — and What to Do Next Read More »

The holiday season is often painted as a magical time of joy, connection, and tradition. Twinkling lights, festive music, and gatherings with friends and family can bring warmth and excitement. But for people struggling with addiction or those in recovery, it can be one of the hardest times for addiction. The very things that make …

Why the Holidays Are One of the Hardest Times for Addiction — and How to Get Through Them Safely Read More »

The holiday season is often portrayed as a magical time of joy, family, and celebration. But for people in recovery, it can also be one of the most challenging times of the year. Between social pressures, emotional triggers, and disrupted routines, the holidays create a perfect storm that can put sobriety at risk but here’s …

How to Stay Sober During the Holidays: A Practical Guide for Real Life Read More »

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of warmth, togetherness, and joy. For families with a loved one in recovery from addiction, however, it can also be a time of heightened stress, emotional tension, and uncertainty. Many well-meaning family members want to help but struggle to know the right approach. Without careful consideration, …

How to Support a Loved One in Recovery During the Holidays (Without Making Things Worse) Read More »

The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for families with someone in recovery, they can also be a period of tension, uncertainty, and emotional risk. Well-intentioned words can sometimes backfire, turning support into stress. That’s why knowing what to say to someone in recovery, and equally importantly, what …

What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Someone in Recovery This Holiday Season Read More »

We’re proud to share some exciting news with our community. Haven House has been recognized as the Best of 2025 Elkton Award Winner in the Addiction Treatment category. This honor goes beyond being just an award winner for addiction treatment, it represents trust, impact, and the lives changed every day within our walls. What This …

Haven House Recognized as the Best of 2025 Elkton Award Winner for Addiction Treatment Read More »