Spectrum Health Systems Announces Updates to 2026 Board of Trustees
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, announced today the appointment of Danielle Jurema Lederman, Pat Purcell, Louis Brady, Sean Allen and Luis Lobao to its Board of Trustees. “We’re honored to welcome these accomplished individuals to our Board and officially announce ...
What is the Alcohol Breaking Point?
Alcohol misuse doesn’t always look like the movies. It doesn’t have to involve a DUI, losing a job, or hitting a dramatic “rock bottom.” For many people, the breaking point with alcohol begins quietly, long before life unravels on the outside. Maybe drinking still feels “normal” from the outside. Maybe you still get to work ...
Spectrum Health Systems Announces Two Leadership Advancements for Continued Growth
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, announced two key leadership updates today: the promotion of Sandra Beatty to Regional Executive Director for Spectrum’s Central Massachusetts region, overseeing Worcester, Millbury, Milford and Westborough, and the appointment of Corinne Wigington as Executive Director ...
National Recovery Month 2025: Recovery Is REAL
Every September, we come together to recognize National Recovery Month. It’s a time to celebrate the power of addiction recovery and to uplift the individuals, families, and communities whose lives are changed by it. At Spectrum Health Systems, we believe in the promise of recovery, and we see that promise fulfilled daily in the people ...
Spectrum’s Community Impact Initiative Grants $235,000 to 22 Local Non-Profits
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a Massachusetts-based non-profit dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders, has awarded $235,000 to 22 local non-profit organizations to help support ongoing work within the community, marking $485,000 in grants delivered in 2025. “Our work is rooted in the belief that recovery and well-being are strongest ...
Spectrum Health Systems Launches ECHO Series to Advance Medications for Addiction Treatment in Correctional Settings
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, announced the launch of its first Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) educational series focused on advancing Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) in correctional settings. The 10-session series, which began in March 2025, has ...
Exploring the Therapeutic Benefits of Journaling in Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is filled with milestones, challenges, and personal growth. While professional treatment and a strong support system are foundational, some of the most transformative tools in recovery are the simplest, like journaling. Journaling offers a private space to process your feelings, track your progress, and reinforce your commitment to healing. You don’t need to ...
Spectrum Health Systems Announces Updates to 2026 Board of Trustees
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, announced today the appointment of Danielle Jurema Lederman, Pat Purcell, Louis Brady, Sean Allen and Luis Lobao to its Board of Trustees. “We’re honored to welcome these accomplished individuals to our Board and officially announce ...
What is the Alcohol Breaking Point?
Alcohol misuse doesn’t always look like the movies. It doesn’t have to involve a DUI, losing a job, or hitting a dramatic “rock bottom.” For many people, the breaking point with alcohol begins quietly, long before life unravels on the outside. Maybe drinking still feels “normal” from the outside. Maybe you still get to work ...
Spectrum Health Systems Announces Two Leadership Advancements for Continued Growth
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, announced two key leadership updates today: the promotion of Sandra Beatty to Regional Executive Director for Spectrum’s Central Massachusetts region, overseeing Worcester, Millbury, Milford and Westborough, and the appointment of Corinne Wigington as Executive Director ...
Spectrum Health Systems Appoints Heidi DiRoberto to Vice President of Outpatient Services
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., an innovative non-profit provider of evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders throughout Massachusetts, today announced the promotion of Heidi DiRoberto to Vice President of Outpatient Services. “Heidi exemplifies the kind of visionary leadership that not only transforms systems, but impacts the lives of those we serve,” said Kurt ...
Spectrum Health Systems Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care 2025
Spectrum Health Systems Inc., a not-for-profit organization providing a comprehensive continuum of substance use disorder treatment and behavioral health services throughout Massachusetts, announced today that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized companies through a comprehensive assessment involving employee ...
What Are the Early Warning Signs for Alcohol Addiction?
Alcohol addiction doesn't always begin with obvious signs. For many, it can start small with a drink to unwind after work, a way to loosen up socially, or a habit that slowly becomes necessary. But when alcohol begins to take more than it gives, it may be time to pause and reflect. Recognizing the early ...
Why Words Matter When Talking About Addiction Recovery
When it comes to addiction, stigma still runs deep. It shows up in the glances people give, the assumptions they make, and the words they use. Words can carry judgment, shame, and misunderstanding but also hope, dignity, and healing. For those living with substance use disorder, language can equate to identity. That’s why the way ...
PTSD Awareness Month: Addressing PTSD and Substance Use Disorder in Addiction Recovery
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) frequently occur together, creating complex challenges for those seeking recovery. Studies show that 20 to 35 percent of individuals with PTSD also have a substance use disorder, while an even larger percentage of those struggling with addiction have a history of trauma, estimated at 75 percent ...
How to Handle Setbacks Without Losing Hope in Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery isn’t a straight line. It’s a winding road with highs and lows, moments of triumph, and times that test your resolve. If you’ve experienced a setback on your recovery journey, know that you are not alone and are not failing. Setbacks are not the end of the road. When met with self-compassion, support, ...
