Maxwell Institute

09/21/2022

In recognition of National Addiction Professional Day, Saint Joseph's is sending a big thank you to all of our staff members who work on addiction recovery. We are so grateful to have teams that helps us provide compassionate care to best serve the needs of our community.

08/30/2022

Did you know that 59% of opioid-related deaths involve fentanyl? DEA lab testing has revealed that 4 out of every 10 pills made with fentanyl contains a fatal dose and the number of DEA-seized counterfeit pills with fentanyl has jumped nearly 430% since 2019. Know the facts about fentanyl as we approach International Overdose Awareness Day tomorrow.

08/29/2022

As we approach International Overdose Awareness Day this Wednesday, August 31, we will be posting facts that you can share with family and friends on the dangers of opioid addiction and synthetic opioids. Synthetic opioids, like fentanyl, are dangerous in even small quantities. If you or someone you know are in need of treatment, visit our website and reach out to speak to a professional today: https://www.saintjosephs.org/specialties-services/mental-and-addiction-services/outpatient-addiction-recovery-services

08/26/2022

Since the introduction of OxyContin in 1996, more than 1 million Americans have died of drug overdose, including a record of nearly 108,000 Americans last year alone. And it’s not slowing down: Overdose deaths are on track to double, to 2 million, by 2030.

05/20/2022

The Maxwell Institute of Saint Joseph's Medical Center presented Hidden in Plain Sight at The Bronxville Library last night to raise parental awareness of the signs of teenage drinking and drug use. Learn more: https://westchester.news12.com/bronxville-parents-get-tips-on-how-to-spot-drug-paraphernalia-hiding-in-plain-sight
News 12 Westchester

04/08/2022

. On Thursday, May 19th from 7:00-8:30pm at the Bronxville Public Library, the Auxiliary of Saint Joseph's Medical Center of The City of Yonkers and the Maxwell Institute of Tuckahoe will be hosting a program for parents on how to identify hidden references and paraphernalia that could indicate a teen's drug or alcohol use. The event is free but preregistration is required. RSVP here: https://www.saintjosephs.org/about-us/event/hidden-in-plain-sight

10/12/2021

Reminder: Join us on Tuesday, October 19, for the virtual presentation: "Make One Choice to be Substance Free". Middle school and high school students and their parents will learn how students are making the choice to be substance free. Details are below, or register now at>

https://www.stvincentswestchester.org/outpatient-programs/maxwell-institute/maxwell-community-education-program/registration

10/01/2021

Maxwell Director Karen Goldman-Hertz will be part of this important panel. Please share!

10/01/2021

Join us for this important virtual discussion. All are welcome; please share!

Register at: https://www.stvincentswestchester.org/outpatient-programs/maxwell-institute/maxwell-community-education-program

10/01/2021

If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol or substance abuse, the time to ask for help is now. Our team is here to provide compassionate care to those suffering and all you need to do is call us. Take the first step toward recovery by calling us at 914-925-5320

09/02/2021

The Maxwell Institute will offer weekly Addiction Prevention and Family Support Groups beginning in October. People may participate either in person or online via Zoom. The groups will be facilitated by Lillian Neuman, CASAC, Director of Outreach and Prevention Education.

For details, please visit: https://www.stvincentswestchester.org/outpatient-programs/maxwell-institute/maxwell-community-education-program

06/09/2021

Maxwell Institute works with local police departments to combat opioid overdose deaths.

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