September is National Recovery Month. This annual observance is dedicated to celebrating people in recovery and raising awareness that treatment and recovery from substance use and mental health conditions are possible. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) uses the month to promote ... Read More
The Experience Blog
FHE Health is comprised of a team of professionals dedicated to improving our patients well-being. In this section our experience is used to weigh in on current events including legislation and trends as well as expert opinion articles directly contributed by our staff. The proof of our program is our Alumni, so we often feature articles from those who have completed our program. They offer real-life stories of struggle, hope and a new life. In our blog you’ll also find out about upcoming events and community impact efforts FHE Health is taking part in.
National Recovery Month: A Celebration for All
National Recovery Month: Why Recovery Stories Matter
Every September, National Recovery Month gives communities an opportunity to recognize those in recovery and the work that makes it possible. It's also a time to listen to the people who have been through it. Recovery stories can put a human face on addiction and mental health challenges, helping others see that change ... Read More
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Barriers to Care in BIPOC Communities
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. The Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) community faces unique challenges when it comes to mental health. Being aware of these challenges is the first step towards reducing inequality in mental health care. Members of the BIPOC community face many barriers ... Read More
Why Peer Support Is Key in First Responder Rehab
Peer support is one of the most important things that happens inside first responder rehab. Being a first responder can be rewarding, but it is also one of the hardest, loneliest, and most stressful jobs around. What many people don't realize is that substance abuse and suicide occur at dramatically higher rates within ... Read More
“Silence Isn’t the Same as Strength”: Scholarship Winner Elena Dos Santos on Finding Her Voice in Medicine
When she moved from Brazil to the United States, 10-year-old Elena Dos Santos didn't speak a word of English. For about 3 years, she couldn't understand her teacher or her classmates, leaving her in "8 hours of silence a day." Today, that same quiet student is the recipient of a competitive scholarship, not only ... Read More
“Emergency Care Is the Final Step in a Long Chain of Missed Opportunities”: Scholarship Winner Joshua Jones on Fixing Healthcare’s Blind Spots
Joshua Jones has spent his career in positions that hover around the gaps in healthcare. Long before he arrived at medical school, Joshua started accumulating hands-on training in the back of an ambulance, in research labs and in communities where healthcare systems routinely fall short. His background ... Read More
Meet the 2026 Winners of the “Hope for Healing Scholarship”!
Last week, we introduced you to twelve outstanding finalists for this year’s “Hope for Healing Scholarship,” each with an inspiring story and a deep commitment to the field of behavioral health. Choosing from such a talented pool of finalists made the decision even more difficult, and even more meaningful. After ... Read More
Anthony Kiedis and the RHCPs History of Use
Anthony Kiedis, the frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has spent decades commanding stages with an energy that defined alternative rock. The band's songs "Under the Bridge" and "Californication" became anthems for millions. His voice carried the band through stadium tours and multiple Grammy wins, making them one ... Read More
