New benefits help employees navigate caregiving challenges
All Gosnold employees and their loved ones now have access to Family First as of 2/1/2023! What is Family First? Family First is a benefit offered by Gosnold that provides you access to a team of experts to support you in your caregiving journey. Whether you’re caring for an aging parent, a child, neighbor in need, or you’d […]
2023 Annual Polar Plunge Event Recap
This past weekend, Gosnold employees, alumni, and community supporters gathered at Falmouth Heights Beach for the 2023 Freezin’ for a Reason Gosnold Annual Polar Plunge. It was a beautiful but slightly windy day at The Heights, with the air temperature around 40 degrees and the water temperature just under 40 degrees. This year, we had […]
AJ’s Story
My name is A.J. and I’m an addict in recovery. I’m 33 now, and I was stuck in active addiction for almost 20 years. I’ve been to over 100 institutions, jail, I’ve overdosed 37 times, and for the last few years of my active addiction I was homeless without a place to go. My […]
In-Person vs. Virtual Outpatient Treatment
As the internet and technology have continued to advance, so have their effects on the world. Healthcare is one major field in which these advancements have had a significant impact. One such way is through the promotion of telehealth. Healthcare appointments, outpatient treatment, and therapy are now available at your finger tips. The idea of […]
Trevor’s Story: Finding Hope at Gosnold
Trevor’s Story… I grew up in an idyllic Boston suburb, and my childhood was one that most kids dream about. My parents have been together my whole life, and they gave me everything. They supported me and my 4 siblings, and they always went above and beyond. There were 15 kids in the neighborhood, and […]
Substance Use Disorder in the Family
Substance use disorder (SUD) (i.e., addiction) can develop in an individual without any notable family history. However, a family history of addiction is a prevalent risk factor. In many instances, this family history spans several generations, often involving multiple individuals in each generation. The presence of addiction and its adverse effects strengthen and perpetuate the […]
Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals for 2023
The new year is a time to reflect on the past year while anticipating what is to come. You might consider the goals you had but weren’t able to accomplish. As a result, you may create new year’s resolutions to motivate you to achieve these goals during the upcoming year. Improved wellness is a common […]
How to manage anxiety during the holidays
Everyone experiences [anxiety](https://www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/anxiety-disorders) at some point in life. To an extent, anxiety can be a good thing when it warns us about potential dangers. It’s also natural to experience feelings of anxiousness before giving a presentation, taking a test, or in anticipation of other tasks. However, for some people, anxiety is pervasive and problematic and can underscore […]
Talking to Family About Recovery During Sober Holidays
The holiday season tends to be a time for connecting with family and friends from out of town that you may not see very often. These gatherings can be slightly awkward or uncomfortable when you’re in recovery. Perhaps they haven’t heard about this development in your life, or have not been informed that you’re trying […]
PHP press release
Gosnold Behavioral Health now offering Telehealth services across Massachusetts Falmouth, MA. (December 12, 2022) Gosnold Behavioral Health is excited to announce the expansion of its Partial Hospital Program to all of Massachusetts through our Virtual Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Platform. Richard Curcuru, President and CEO of Gosnold Behavioral Health said, “I am very pleased about […]
