How Can I Manage My Eating Disorder During Summer Break? 8 Tips
The Memorial Day long weekend portends the coming of summer. Summer is billed as the time for fun in the sun, a well-needed break from college, and an opportunity to spend time with family and friends hiking, boating, picnicking, and vacationing. However, downtime, loss of schedule, family gatherings, and a stretch of empty days lying […]
Announcing Therapy Dogs of Sanford!
Sanford Behavioral Health is launching a new Instagram account called @therapydogsofsanford. Jacqueline Campbell (Jacq), a licensed vet tech with a certification in animal-assisted therapy, spearheads the account. Jacq is also the daughter of Sanford Founders Rae and David Green. She is familiar with the beneficial experience of communicating with Apollonia (Apol) and Lola, Sanford’s working […]
Sanford Founder Rae Green On Our Most-Read Articles of 2024
12 Days of Hope Series #5 Every year at this time, we look back at our best articles and discuss why people want to read what we have written. “Best” means most website clicks and social media shares, and a couple of these articles (with regular updates) have been going strong for years. Looking at […]
Ideas to Bolster Your Mental Health – 12 Days of Hope Series
12 Days of Hope Series #1 Last year, we published a series of hopeful ideas for improving mental health during the winter holidays and beyond. (Even playing in the snow can be good for mental health!) We’re doing it again this year, beginning with the best ideas from last year. As we head into 2025, […]
Dopamine Rush – 27 Things to Do Instead of Scroll
These days, there are studies, marketing campaigns, and warnings about excessive scrolling on smartphones, but many of us reach for our phones the moment our eyes open in the morning or a beep tells us we have a message. Grabbing the phone can be practical for checking the schedule, weather, and time. However, according to […]
Mocktail Recipes to Toast the Holidays
It’s party time, and the good news for those who are in early recovery or alcohol-free is the trend toward the damp/dry lifestyle and the growth of sober bars and mocktails on the menu. In Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan, many establishments serve non-alcoholic drinks, and Chartreuse Sisters serves homemade sweet treats and mocktails with enticing […]
Recreational Therapy During the Holidays (It’s Spooky Spirit Week)
The holiday season has begun, and one of the biggest reasons we hear for putting off residential treatment is, “I do not want to be in a treatment facility during the holidays.” At Sanford Behavioral Health, we think the holidays are a very good time to commit to getting help for an eating disorder. Why? […]
Eating Disorders – The Sanford Behavioral Health Anthology
At Sanford Behavioral Health, we recognize the complexities of eating disorders and are committed to providing comprehensive treatment for those affected. Our specialized eating disorder treatment in Michigan supports individuals on their journey to healing and recovery. Our team of experienced professionals employs evidence-based strategies tailored to each individual’s unique needs. We offer a variety […]
Residential Eating Disorder Treatment Tour
The purpose of residential eating disorder treatment is to provide structure, safety and accountability with 24/7 nursing and clinical support. This degree of support reduces the harmful effects of eating disorders efficiently and starts individuals on their recovery path. We understand that the needs of each person seeking treatment are unique, and we work with […]
4 Good Reasons to Choose Residential Treatment for Eating Disorders
The purpose of residential eating disorder treatment is to provide structure, safety, and accountability with 24/7 nursing and clinical support. This degree of support reduces the harmful effects of eating disorders efficiently and starts individuals on their recovery path. We understand that the needs of each person seeking treatment are unique, and we work with […]
