Across the country and around the state of Pennsylvania, there are very few lives that are untouched by the effects of the national opioid crisis. It’s true in our small towns, it’s true in our big cities, and it’s true right here in Lancaster County. In the halls of state government, Pennsylvania lawmakers are actively...
When Craig Stedman began his career as an assistant district attorney 28 years ago, the drug epidemic facing the country was crack cocaine. Heroin or opioids weren’t even a close second. “You could count on one hand how many heroin cases we had,” he said recently. “Even at the beginning of my term as DA...
When Lancaster County’s drug court first opened its doors in 2005, no one knew whether the pilot program would meet its many goals or head to the scrap heap of well-intentioned, but unworkable initiatives. Expectations were high. Drug court promised to improve public safety, save taxpayer dollars, and reduce drug and alcohol recidivism among repeat...
Today, we proudly announce our newly redesigned website, GateHouse.org, the online home of The GateHouse. The site’s new look is just one part of the overall shift toward providing more great content for the recovery community. Check out these great new features: More Intuitive Navigation This cleaner, more attractive design allows for easier navigation around...
Over the next few months, The GateHouse will be taking a look at the opioid crisis from the perspective of the public officials who are working to eradicate it through funding, public awareness, and education. We kick the series off with an interview with Rick Kastner, executive director of the Lancaster County Drug and Alcohol...
The pain never goes away. “It really doesn’t,” said Rob Barclay, father of Robby Barclay, who passed away by overdose on Dec. 17, 2017. “I know guys deal with things differently, we process things differently, but my wife is still really, really struggling with it. I am, too.” To honor their son, Ann and Rob...
You or a loved one have taken the first, most important step toward recovering from drug or alcohol dependence—recognizing the need for professional help. The next step is choosing the best treatment center for addiction—one that can help with the dependence issues and map out a road to recovery. This handy checklist should help you...
Addiction and the financial problems it causes can ruin lives. When someone in your home is struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it can add stress to the entire household not only emotionally but financially, as well. Behavior Associated with Addiction and Financial Problems Addiction and withdrawal can put your loved one in...
