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Every September, National Recovery Month honors the resilience of individuals in recovery and the dedication of those who provide support and services along the way. Established in 1989, National Recovery Month promotes public awareness surrounding mental health and addiction recovery while providing a platform for success stories that can inspire ...

Spectrum Health Systems is honored to spotlight Dr. John Renner, a distinguished board member whose extensive background in addiction psychiatry and unwavering commitment to mental health make him a vital part of Spectrum's mission. A Groundbreaking Legacy John Renner's dedication to addiction psychiatry began in the early 1970s when he ...

Spectrum Health Systems is proud to highlight Cheryl Gallant, Spectrum’s board chair, a dedicated board member with over 30 years of human resources expertise and a deep-rooted passion for helping those struggling with addiction. Putting People First Cheryl Gallant's extensive career in human resources began in the Midwest, where she ...

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, acknowledge their struggles, and recognize the progress toward equality. While it's a month filled with joy and celebration, it's also crucial to recognize the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals struggling with addiction and the importance of providing specialized support. ...

Spectrum Health Systems is committed to providing comprehensive treatment options for those struggling with addiction. A strong and passionate board of directors is essential to achieve this mission. We are pleased to spotlight one such member, Kashif Siddiqui, who brings a wealth of financial knowledge and personal commitment to the ...

Are you interested in working with individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorder? Seeing the stigma surrounding substance use disorder can make this profession appear daunting, however it can also be incredibly rewarding. Following a career path into addiction treatment and behavioral health, you’ll find yourself among a community ...

2023 was a year of remarkable progress and achievements at Spectrum Health Systems. We took numerous strides toward our goal of making treatment more accessible for the most vulnerable populations while continuing to look for ways to retain and recruit staff that make it all possible. One of Spectrum’s proudest ...

An incredible amount of effort is needed in our mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment and recovery supports. That’s why Spectrum Health Systems is proud to employ individuals that are skilled, qualified—and most importantly—passionate about recovery. One employee that embodies these characteristics every day is Athena Haddon. ...

Before she began working with Spectrum Health Systems, Ondrea Hilts was in college, pursuing a degree in psychology with a minor in justice studies. She knew she wanted to help people but hadn’t decided on a specific career path. Soon, though, a family tragedy would shape her plans for the ...

Stefania Cunningham’s tenure at Spectrum began 10 years ago. Originally joining as a per diem nurse, she now works as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based out of Spectrum’s Weymouth location, providing psychiatric services to clients throughout Massachusetts. In her time with Spectrum, she’s seen many changes and developments, both in ...