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08/23/2025

As we approach the Holiday Weekend soon, Please be mindful of other people on the roadways and beaches..., "mind you P's and Q's" and Have Fun, Be Safe, and Celebrate America's Working Class!!!

12/18/2024

03/16/2024

https://drydrinker.com/blogs/blog/sober-st-patricks-day

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day sober and go green without the Guinness. Discover why many people drink on this day and how you can enjoy it alcohol-free.

06/24/2023

As we celebrate the "4th of July" holidays please be safe and remember some key components to insure your safety and those we love... Don't drink and drive, find a designated driver or alternatives like ride share services, public transportation, or take a cab. Drink responsibly and please be safe and enjoy the Fireworks displays in our communities!!!

"Happy Holiday from all of us at CADC Services!!!"

11/23/2022

How To Celebrate Thanksgiving Sober: Ten Helpful Tips
Written By: Alicia Schultz

Thanksgiving is a wonderful day to celebrate what you’re grateful for, have some laughs, and reconnect with family over a delicious dinner. But whether you’re newly sober, years into recovery, or simply don’t want to drink anymore, this holiday can be challenging.

After all, how can you say “no” to loved ones offering you alcohol during Thanksgiving? What are the best ways to stay occupied throughout the evening, and how can you keep your stress levels in check?

If you could use some extra help staying sober this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. Below are ten tips for a successful sober Thanksgiving. And remember, there’s never any shame in reaching out for support if you’re struggling with drinking during the holidays.

1. Find Support in Loved Ones Who Don’t Drink
Before Thanksgiving dinner, consider confiding in a relative who isn’t a big drinker themselves, and let them know that you might need a sober ally. Chances are, they’d be more than happy to offer you some sober company throughout the evening.

2. Keep a Non-Alcoholic Drink in Your Hand
This tip applies to nearly any situation where you might need some extra alcohol defense: Simply hold on to a nonalcoholic drink (such as fruit punch or soda in a cup) all night. This tip is handy because people will be less inclined to offer you booze when they see you already have something in your hand.

3. Give Your Family a Heads-Up
If you feel comfortable doing so, give your family a heads-up that you’re planning on celebrating Thanksgiving sober. If nothing else, informing everyone ahead of time should discourage them from offering you alcohol when the holiday rolls around.

4. Have a Supportive Friend on Call
Find someone you can call or text if things get stressful—whether they’re a close friend, sponsor, or peer in recovery.

This person can provide much-needed support if, at any point, you feel overwhelmed. They can help you ground yourself in reality and stay focused on not drinking. And, if it comes to it, they can also help you decide when it’s time to head home.

5. Plan How You’ll Say No to Drinking
If you’re like most people, you have at least one family member who gets out of hand when they drink during the holidays. That’s why planning how to say no is essential.

When someone offers you alcohol, you can make an excuse about being a designated driver, be direct about your sobriety, or change the subject altogether. In any case, strategies for saying “no” can be lifesaving when it comes to staying sober on Thanksgiving.

6. Remind Yourself Why You’re Sticking to Sobriety
There are countless reasons a person would quit drinking—whether for their health, family, or overall quality of life. But festive, high-energy environments like Thanksgiving dinner can make it easy to forget about your reasons and consider having “just one.”

So, before you head out, remind yourself of your motivations for not drinking. Remembering your “why” can make it easier to stay on track, even when stressful situations bring on the urge to drink.

7. Make Sure You Can Leave at Any Time
On the off-chance that something at Thanksgiving dinner goes wrong, it’s best to have a quick way to head home. Ideally, you’d bring your own car so you can leave if you feel overwhelmed. But if taking your own vehicle isn’t possible, you could ride with a friend or family member who can take you home if necessary.

8. Spend Some Time Helping Out
Helping out at Thanksgiving is one of the best ways to stay occupied and avoid the urge to drink. Before the meal, you can ask the host if they need any help with food prep or setting the table.

And, after dinner, you can offer to help with cleaning up the dishes, sweeping the floor, or taking out the trash.

These kind gestures are perfect for keeping your hands and mind busy (and the host will greatly appreciate you for them, too).

9. Invite Your Loved Ones to Play a Board Game
A family-friendly board game is an excellent way to have some fun if you’re celebrating Thanksgiving sober. Of course, some of your loved ones might still drink while they play. But the healthy dose of competition means people will be chattering about winning and joking about losing, instead of thinking and talking about alcohol.

10. Stay Positive
The holiday season can be tough, especially if you’re in recovery from alcohol use disorder. It’s natural to feel a little worried about getting through it.

However, staying positive is key. Not only will optimism lift your spirits, but research has linked it with resilience to stress and better mental health overall. So, take a minute to visualize a happy sober Thanksgiving.

While a few instances of stress or anxiety are to be expected, you might have a lot of joyful moments to look back on, too. And after it’s all said and done, you get to leave knowing you’ve just hit another milestone without the booze!

11/19/2022

Press Release

DEA Joins with Families Across the Country to Increase Awareness about the Dangers of Fentanyl

WASHINGTON – This week the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hosted regional family summits across the country in support of those who have lost loved ones to fentanyl poisoning.

This is the first undertaking of its kind for the DEA field divisions and builds off the momentum of this summer’s Inaugural Family Summit hosted at DEA Headquarters in Arlington, VA.

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and DEA Administrator Anne Milgram delivered remarks at Thursday’s Family Summit in Washington, D.C.

“The Justice Department will never give up in our effort to protect American lives,” said U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland. “We will continue to work tirelessly to get deadly drugs -- including fentanyl -- out of our communities. And through today’s Family Summit, we will help prevent future tragedies. Your stories and your participation are indispensable to the success of this effort. We are humbled to do this work alongside you, and we stand with you in honor of your loved ones.”

“The passion, commitment and incredible work these families are doing to prevent others from experiencing the profound pain of losing a loved one to a fentanyl poisoning inspires all of us at DEA. They have made it their mission to save lives. Their efforts are, and will remain, an integral part of DEA’s outreach, prevention and education programs,” said DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “The family summits are one of the ways DEA is working to meet this moment.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 107,622 people died by drug poisoning in the United States in 2021. A majority of drug poisoning deaths are attributed to synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl.
The DEA regional family summits gather families who are passionate about saving lives through increased public awareness of fentanyl. These summits allow DEA to listen and learn from families as they share their personal stories. Additionally, the summits provide participants information on national drug threats and resources available to enhance local prevention efforts.
If you are interested in information on how to get involved in future events, please complete the Advocates for Change form and submit it to familyoutreach@dea.gov.

DEA has resources available to help parents and care givers talk to kids about the dangers of drug use. You can also visit the Get Smart About Drugs website.

If you or someone you know needs help with substance use or mental health disorders, please visit DEA’s Recovery Resources page for list of resources.

11/04/2022

Managing Sobriety During the Holidays

‘Tis the most dangerous season in the United States for those in recovery, focusing on sobriety during the holidays, along with the public utilizing our roadways. With festive events and holiday gatherings, this time of year consists of more alcohol-related fatalities than any other season, and CADC Services (CADC SAP Services) wants to ensure the safety of our public – whether on the roadways or on the job, it’s important to put sobriety and safety first.

Staying sober during the holidays can be a challenge for many, more so than drinking and driving. For alcoholics and the families affected by alcoholism, Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day can be one of the most difficult times during recovery and for practicing sobriety.

The holiday time can pose many threats to sober-living due to a variety of emotions some may feel during the celebratory events. For some, triggers to consume alcohol can be felt with stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, loneliness, or depression, and can overwhelm someone already facing the day-to-day challenges of sobriety. Some may also face enhanced emotions that make them want to cope with their feelings by turning to alcohol, but here are some tips to help you navigate sobriety this season:

• Have a plan before you’re put into a situation that requires one! If you know you’ll be around certain individuals or a group that promotes drinking or encourages you to drink, plan ahead and enable yourself to remain sober and steer clear of alcohol. The choice is yours and you CAN choose not to drink!
• Confide in someone you trust to be your voice of reason if you feel triggered. If you have a family member, friend, therapist, or sponsor, allow them to hold you accountable for your sobriety. Entrust in them if you feel you may slip up and ask them to be readily available to guide you IF the urge sneaks up on you.

• Bring a sober side-kick. Find someone who supports your journey and sober-living and tag-team events together. This can help keep you on the right path, give you a supportive shoulder and what a relapse can do to all your hard work!

• Keep a “drink” in your hand and bring your own (non-alcoholic) beverages. This technique can prevent people from offering you a beverage if you’re already keeping a (non-alcoholic) beverage full! Sparkling seltzers, sodas, juices, or whatever non-alcoholic options you enjoy – stock up, bring them with you and enjoy the party!

• Be true to yourself and have a response prepared. Meaning, when offered a drink by someone who is unaware that you’re in recovery, what will you say? Having a response already in your mind can help you calmly navigate the situation, reply appropriately, and help avoid temptation. You don’t have to overshare with anyone about why you’re not drinking, but you can respond with something along the lines of, “I have plans first thing in the morning” or “I’m driving tonight.” Be mindful of the events you choose to RSVP to and stay strong!

REMEMBER: You are ALWAYS in control and can always say NO! Place yourself in situations that make you feel the safest and most comfortable, surrounding yourself with positivity and those you trust. If you or someone you know is at risk of drinking and driving, please call a sober ride or designated driver. You have a lot to lose!

Happy Holidays!