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ROCKERS IN RECOVERY ALL STAR BAND AND OLYMPIANS ROCK OUT FOR A GOOD CAUSE

Rockers In Recovery — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 15:58:14 +0000

ROCKERS IN RECOVERY ALL STAR BAND AND OLYMPIANS ROCK OUT FOR A GOOD CAUSE - [/img]http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/343854 7PM March 22 -Susan Israel (wife of the new Broward County Sheriff Scott J. Israel) and Rockers In Recovery will be holding a fundraiser for The Special Olympics and The Sheriff’s Foundation… Venue:Revolution Live (NON ALCOHOL EVENT)100 SW 3rd Avenue - Fort Lauderdale - General Admission Tickets – $25.00 / V.I.P.Tickets $100.00 and V.I.P. Includes Free Parking, Meet and Greet with Bands and Special Guests..

THE ROCKERS IN RECOVERY MUSIC FESTIVAL

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 23:02:07 +0000

2012 Rockers In Recovery Music Festival
Sober and Clean Woodstock

November 2-4, 2012

(Children 12 and Under are Free )

Main Sponsor

Rockers In Recovery Music Festival is a Concert and Festival for ALL people in recovery or supporters of the recovery movement. It will be held November 2-4, 2012 at CB Smith Park 900 N Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33028, (20 Minutes From Fort Lauderdale Airport). The entire festival will be closed to the public.

It’s a mini Woodstock, minus the drugs and alcohol, but add music and fellowship! It is being produced by Rockers In Recovery Inc., a not for profit corporation. Our mission since 2008 has been to lend support to musicians and music lovers who are in recovery, or support recovery. Rockers In Recovery is dedicated to music, news, interviews, events, and festivals taking place within the clean and sober community.

9am- 10pm Friday November 2, 2012:

Serpentines
Elizabeth Edwards
Douglas Hirsch Group
Sooner or Later
Jimmy Stowe & the Stowaways
Recovery Speaker -

8am- 10pm Saturday November 3, 2012:

Recovery Speaker -
Woody Giessmann-(The Del Fuegos)
Full Range
Thrown Alive
Black Finger
The Chillbillies
Selfish Steam
RIR Band – Mark Stein(Vanilla Fudge), Liberty Devitto(Billy Joel) , Christine Ohlman(Saturday Night Live Band), Ricky Byrd(Joan Jett and the Blackhearts), Kasim Sulton(Todd Rundgren and Blue Oyster Cult), Woody Giessmann (The Del Fuegos),Richie Supa (Aerosmith and Richie Sambora), Randi Fishenfeld (Bruce Springsteen and BB King) and special guests.

8am – 5pm- Sunday November 4, 2012:

Recovery Speaker -
Patty B.
Keep Coming Back
Johnny B. and The Road Dogs
Solo Acoustic Sets By:
Richie Supa
Ricky Byrd
Kasim Sulton

Count Down

Closing Ceremonies

We will be adding more bands to the lineup over the next month.

Rockers In Recovery (RIR) In The News

Sponsors and Vendors:

Interested in becoming a sponsor or a vendor call 954-826-4920

Tickets On Sale Now

Children 12 and Under are Free

Order Tickets by Phone- 877-799-8773

Buy Online

One Day Tickets- $20.00 (Does Not Include Camping)
Good For Any One Day

Two Day Ticket- $40.00 (Does Not Include Camping)
Good For Any Two Days

Three Day Ticket – $60.00 (Does Not Include Camping)
Good for All Three days

* If You Wish To Campout At The RIR Music Festival this is a cost that is over and above the ticket prices.

*Separate Camping Reservations are needed:

Camping at CB Smith Park: This 299-acre site is one of Broward County Parks and Recreation’s most diverse parks, as well as one of its most popular. The park offers a large campground, a tennis complex, a family golfing center, and many other amenities.

Please contact C.B. Smith Park 900 N. Flamingo Rd. Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 Phone: 954-357-5170.

THIS IS A DRUG, ALCOHOL AND GAMBLING FREE EVENT
Violators will be removed from the festival and no refunds will be given.

Thank You To Our Sponsors

Treatment Solutions - Main Sponsor

Miami Subs and Grill - Main Sponsor

Event Sponsors:

Broward County (DOCC)

South Florida Attorney

1St Step Sober House

Academy For Addiction Professionals

Holistic Counseling Services Inc. (HCSI)

All Florida Bail Bonds

Media and Social Network Sponsors:

In The Rooms

SunSentinel

WSVN - 7

If your interested in becoming a sponsor or a vendor call 954-826-4920

Here is some RIR News

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 05:01:20 +0000

Welcome to Rockers in Recovery .. Here is some RIR News - NOVEMBER 2-4 ,2012 - Rockers In Recovery Music Festival[/img] - 20 Bands and Solo Artists- Featuring The RIR All Star Band – Mark Stein(Vanilla Fudge), Liberty Devitto(Billy Joel) , Christine Ohlman(Saturday Night Live Band), Ricky Byrd(Joan Jett ), Kasim Sulton(Blue Oyster Cult), Woody Giessmann (The Del Fuegos),Richie Supa (Aerosmith), Randi Fishenfeld (Bruce Springsteen) http://www.rockersinrecovery.org/events/rir-music-festival/

Musicians with Addictions Find Hope

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:33:09 +0000

Whitney overdosed in a hotel bathroom. Amy died of alcohol poisoning. Lil Wayne admitted to his codeine addiction. It’s all too common that celebrity musicians — people whom so many of us admire, respect and aspire to be — die of drug overdoses.

It’s no surprise that the music world’s rich and famous are some of the most susceptible to addiction; they have money to spend, loved ones to miss on the road and lifestyles that can often seem fleeting, superficial and supportive of substance use.

Rockers In Recovery is a really cool organization that works in conjunction with the RIR Band, helps entertainers with drug and alcohol problems enter treatment programs.

“Those who work with celebrities say the key to dealing with drug abuse is early intervention, effective treatment and a support system. They say recovery is a lifelong process.”

That’s all true! But early intervention, effective treatment and a support system is key for any addict, whether or not he or she is famous.

If your a musician suffering from addiction, or a family member of a musician in need of help. Please feel free to contact us at 866-359-6320 or email us at
ts@rockersinrecovery.com

Core Exercise For Elderly Women

Walter Phillips — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:34:57 +0000

Exercising for elderly women is important, mainly for individuals above Sixty need to involve themselves in gentle workouts and well-balanced weightloss eating habits to be able to lose fat. At this time when your muscles are often unused, it is best to develop activities in your body to encourage metabolism. Due to ageing, folks are afflicted by different types of diseases such as Diabetes, hypertension and being overweight. They have a extremely slower energy when they mostly undergo hormonal instability.

Meet The May 26, 2012 Concert Sponsors

Rockers In Recovery — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:00:56 +0000

Rockers In Recovery Memorial Day Concert and Picnic May 26, 1PM-6PM EST

RIR would like to welcome our special guest Broward County Drug Court.

RIR wants to thank our sponsors for support of our mission and the up coming May 26, 2012 RIR Concert and Picnic.

Venue Location: 1st Step Sober House Of Pompano Beach.. 450 S.W. 2nd St. Pompano Beach Fl. 33060, Call 954-826-4920 For More Information.

Thank you sponsors for supporting our mission:

Treatment Solutions is unlike any other approach to addiction recovery. Through our relationships with the nation’s premier treatment facilities and addiction professionals across the country, we make the arrangements and handle the details so our clients can focus on one thing – their recovery. http://www.treatmentsolutions.com/?cpao=304

Miami Subs Grill, we are excited to be celebrating 20 years of success. Originators of the fast casual restaurant concept in 1988, today we are still Florida’s Largest Regional Grill Chain featuring the World’s Best Philly Cheese steak Sandwiches (The Official Philly Cheese steak of the Florida Panthers), the freshest Salads, Wings, Burgers, Gyros, and many more delicious meals and scrumptious desserts sure to please both palate and wallet. https://www.facebook.com/miamisubsgrill/info

Everlast Productions is a leading supplier of lighting, audio, staging, video and projection to the corporate meeting and special event industries for both rental and sales, offering turn-key event production http://www.everlastproductions.com

Cannatelli Builders services both residential and commercial clients alike. With over 100 years of combined construction experience we have proven to be an industry leader… and it’s lonely at the top. http://www.cannatellibuilders.com

Tokyo Blue Restaurant was unveiled with a host of area luminaries on August 4th at a special Preview Party that attracted a full house of the areas movers & shakers. 4040 Galt Ocean Drive, Fort Lauderdale FL 33308 (954) 566-7500 or 1-800-955-0444

The Ocean Manor Resort is celebrating its 50th Anniversary during 2008, and it certainly has golden past. The first resort along the famed Galt Ocean Mile, the OM became a celebrity magnet during the 1960′s and 70′s attracting the publicity shy Johnny Carson as a regular, along with Robert Conrad and Eric Clapton. Current owner, Frank Talerico, desired to restore the historic resort’s former glory and has invested in a multi-million dollar makeover. The new look and relaxed atmosphere have already caught the attention of the A-list including pro-athletes and MTVstars. http://oceanmanor.com/v2/about_us

South Florida Attorney Charles H. Bechert of Bechert & Associates which is a dedicated full-service law firm that thrives on providing superior legal representation for individuals and businesses alike. http://www.southfloridaattorney.com/

1st Step Sober House Our staff is experienced and dedicated to changing the lives of 1000′s of people with addictions. Our years of experience in recovery gives a structure that no other sober house can offer. Come by our office and meet with our staff about helping you a friend or a family member get the recovery they need. http://1ststepsoberhouse.net/

RIR Band Featuring:
Musical Director: Ricky Byrd ( 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts)

Richie Supa (Aerosmith and Richie Sambora)
Muddy Shews (Southside Johnny)
Liberty DeVitto ( Billy Joel Band)
Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge)
Christine Ohlman (SNL Band)

Since 2008, the mission of Rockers In Recovery has been to lend support to musicians and music lovers who are in recovery, or support recovery.

If your interested in becoming a sponsor and want to help support our mission, Please call 954-826-4920

Email- john@rockersinrecovery.com

Support for Families of Addicts

Rockers In Recovery — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:20:53 +0000

When someone in a family has an addiction, the whole family suffers. Family members often fall into the destructive habit of enabling the addict among them. Without help, families fall into dysfunction and everyone is affected. Family members need support too.

Embarrassed by Having a Family Member with an Addiction

When parents, siblings, or children of addicts realize that their loved one has a problem, they can have a wide range of reactions. The most common thought at first is “What will others think?”. In our society, we are so proud that we don’t ever want to admit mistakes or problems that come into our lives, and we constantly want to maintain the status quo. There is such a stigma associated with addiction right now that family members often don’t want to tell anyone for fear that they will be looked down upon.

Enabling the Addict

Because family members are afraid to be honest and tell their family’s secret, they often try to manage the situation on their own. Spouses will start picking up the slack left behind by a substance-abusing partner, and assume all responsibilities of running the house and caring for the kids. Children of addicts become good at making excuses for their parent and making their life seem as normal as possible from the outside. Parents will argue and fight with their drug-abusing child behind closed doors, but will put on a good front when others are around.

When families enable an addict, they only make the problem worse. Addiction can be overcome, but it takes a good program led by professionals to really work. The first thing families should do is find a good treatment facility for their loved one. Then, families should make sure to heal themselves also.

Healing the Family

Living with an addict is a struggle, and families don’t have to go through it alone, as so many try to do. “It isn’t that (family members) are dumb,” intervention expert David Lee said. “They’re stuck. They’re trapped between fear, hope, sympathy and guilt.” (1)

There are many programs that help families recover together through therapy and counseling and help them deal with their underlying issues. In order for the addict to heal, their family needs to heal and the relationship needs to be repaired.

Support groups are a great way for family members to meet and gain strength from other families who understand the struggles, the fear, the pain, and the embarrassment of living with an addict. Groups like Al-Anon and Alateen can be found gathering across the country to assist families of addicts. Family members should not give in and enable their loved ones to continue in their addiction; they need to break the cycle and get help for themselves and their entire family.

Resource for Families of Addicts

Treatment Solutions is unlike any other approach to addiction recovery. Through our relationships with the nation’s premier treatment facilities and addiction professionals across the country, we make the arrangements and handle the details so our clients can focus on one thing – their recovery.

Call Toll Free - 866-245-3206

www.treatmentsolutions.com/?cpao=304

Green Sets the Scene

Rockers In Recovery — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:06:57 +0000

Green Sets the Scene

We are all looking for a way to find environmentally friendly alternatives to everyday life. When it comes to your home there should be no difference. This particular post will be focused on efficient heaters and cooling units. This is something we can all relate to because we either live where it’s hot or its cold. If you have a sophisticated heating and cooling system in your basement or anywhere in your home, chances are you are spending way too much on energy bills and that unit is nothing close to “green”.

Most units made before the year 2005 use to much energy than it needs to. Let’s talk about a few new models that will save you money in the long run and keep our mother earth around a little longer. Brands like Amana and Energy Star focus on saving energy with their products.

Saving Money

Other companies have jumped on the ban wagon as well and all you have to do is shop around. Not to mention, these “green” additions or alterations to your home will save you tons of money on your bills. Using less energy means a significantly lower bill, who doesn’t like the sound of saving money?

Now, if you live in a state such as New York or New Jersey where some homes do not come with central AC, there are individual units that fit the bill as well. For apartment dwellers a good “green” tip is to set your AC or Heat to automatic and leave it around 75 degrees F in the summer and 68 degrees F in the winter.

More “green” coming soon

Believe it or not, and automatic setting uses less energy in most cases because if you leave you AC off all day, to cool your home back down will take twice as much energy than to have it cool once it reaches a baseline line temperature throughout he home. More “green” coming soon.

Sumber Inc.

954.665.3401.

Website - www.Sumberconstruction.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SumberInc

Twitter- https://twitter.com/#!/Sumberinc954

MorningBrew:

Rockers In Recovery — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:26:48 +0000

Wake Up With The MorningBrew M-F 7AM-9AM .... Hosts Shane and Al... Listen Live On Rockers In Recovery Radio Station...

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Community Awareness for Addiction Recovery Concert

Rockers In Recovery — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:17:08 +0000

Community Awareness for Addiction Recovery Concert, and Comedy Event Live March 3, 2012.

Performance by Legendary Musicians, Ricky Byrd (2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee and Formerly of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts), Richie Supa (Aerosmith and Richie Sambora), Kasim Sulton (Todd Rundgren), Liberty DeVitto (Formerly – Billy Joel Band), Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge), and Christine Ohlman (SNL Band)…

TICKETS START AT $30.00 (Concert Included)
Call 561.330.6000 to Purchase Tickets at

Venue: ITC Delray Beach Stadium & Tennis Center, 201 West Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach, Florida 33444.

Either ticket covers the 4:30-7:00PM main concert event with MC Mark Lundholm and The RIR All Star Band.

TICKETS START AT $30.00
Call to Purchase Tickets at 561.330.6000

The Day festivities 12PM-7PM EST festivities including the Full Range Band and the 2:30 PM EST including the unplugged set with Kasim Sulton, Ricky Byrd, and Richie Supa click link day session ticket

The night festivities 4:30PM-11PM including the 8:30PM EST half hour Comedy Event clicking link evening session ticket.

Either ticket covers the 4:30-7:00PM main concert event with MC Mark Lundholm and The RIR All Star Band.

Call to Purchase Tickets at 561.330.6000 Get To Know Rockers In Recovery
Rockers In Recovery offers different platforms to carry the message of hope in an exciting new way. RIR magazine, RIR Addiction Talk Radio/Video Station, RIR TV, RIR Social Networks, RIR Websites and RIR Live Video Streaming Concert and Events, make it easy to reach hundreds of thousands of people globally with just a click of a mouse.
Musicians who are in recovery can spotlight their music through interviews, calendar of events, and a featured artist section in each issue. RIR magazine is a safe arena to share and receive feedback from the RIR readers as well as announce upcoming concerts, festivals and new music releases to music lovers who are in or support recovery.

RIR Magazine is also in the process of building an easy to use online directory providing valuable information for all members of the sober musical community (musicians, songwriters, road crews, and producers). Anyone who is looking to meet and work with others on the same sober page will soon have access to a worldwide database of names and contacts to pull from. The projected target date for this launch is our June 2012 edition.
Since February 2011, RIR has produced three incredible R’nR shows as part of its Rockers In Recovery Live Concert Series. Ricky Byrd and the Recovery Rockers combine cream of the crop musicians, some serious goodtime Rock ‘n Roll, and most importantly a message of Recovery that says “HAVING FUN” in sobriety is indeed possible!! The concerts have hosted over 10,000 combined guests in attendance!
These shows have been streamed all over the world and the response has been overwhelming. RIR Live Video Streaming has been viewed by an average of 400 viewers per hour with over 300 hours of production time in 2011.
RIR Concert Series has several shows scheduled for 2012. Concert and event attendees will receive the magazine, which will also be distributed to over 500 locations around the US quarterly.
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Since 2008, the mission of Rockers In Recovery has been to lend support to musicians and music lovers who are in recovery, or support recovery If you would like more information go to http://www.rirconcerts.com or call 954-826-4920.

12 Step Music Fest

Rockers In Recovery — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:37:43 +0000

12 Step Music Fest will be held November 3-6, 2011 at Sugarloaf Key (mile marker 20) KOA Campground in the Florida Keys.

It's a mini Woodstock, minus the drugs and alcohol, but add meetings and fellowship! It is being produced by No Matter What Productions, a not for profit, 501 c 3 charity.

Comedian Mark Lundholm MC and performing at the 12 Step Music Fest 10PM EST Friday November 4, 2011

He's appeared on Comedy Central, Showtime, A&E, CBS, and NBC. Mark wrote and performed his own one-man show off-Broadway in New York City reaching critical acclaim, and in his spare time created the now staple DVD series 'Humor in Treatment' and the Recovery Board Game.

The following Super Group artists will be performing all on one stage together November 5, 2011 at 8:00 PM EST.

Ricky Byrd Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter of the NYC Hit Squad and formerly of Joan Jett And The Blackhearts. Ricky has also recorded and or toured with other great musicians like Roger Daltrey, Ian Hunter and Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes. Ricky is also a 2012 nominee for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Kasim Sulton Bassist/Singer/Songwriter of Todd Rundgren and Utopia. Kasim has also recorded and or toured with other great musicians like Meat Loaf, Joan Jett, Hall and Oates, Patti Smith, Patty Smyth, Mick Jagger, and Celine Dion just to name a few.

Liberty DeVitto formerly the drummer for Billy Joel for 30 years, is currently playing with the NYC Hit Squad and has toured or recorded with some of the following: Richard Supa, Meat Loaf, Rick Wakeman, Elton John, Carly Simon, Mick Jones, and Mitch Ryder just to name a few.

Woody Giessmann drummer of The Del Fuegos, has recorded with and or played with Alice Copper, Simon Kirke , Rick Derringer, Elliot Easton, Ace Frehley , Big Dipper, Laurie Geltman, Siedah Garrett, Raven Ford, and The Embarrassment just to name a few.

Christine Ohlman the lead vocalist for the Saturday Night Live Band is a singer, songwriter, guitarist. Her nickname "The Beehive Queen" has recorded with and or played with Ian Hunter, Ricky Byrd, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Chrissie Hynde, Big Brother & The Holding Company, BB King, Levon Helm, GE Smith and Bonnie Raitt just to name a few.

Jeff Kazee is a Musician. Pianist, Singer, Songwriter, Arranger & Producer based in NYC. Member of Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes. Performs with kazeedigs, Jon Bon Jovi, Early Elton, Bon Jovi & more.

Chris Anderson is a trumpet player with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes. He is a regular performer with Bobby Bandiera .

Neal Pawley-Trombonists with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes

Richard "Richie" Supa is an American songwriter and guitarist best known for his work with Aerosmith and Richie Sambora. 2009 & 2011 Prism Award Winner.

Muddy Shews bassist for Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes, Buddy Miles, Gary US Bonds, and has worked with other horn bands.

There will be 26 bands and solo acts performing over 4 days November 3-6, 2011

Friday Night Headliner WINNER Billboard Music Award Song of the Year 2010
Blues Guitarist Mike Zito

Richie Supa (solo)

Keep Coming Back Band

Black Finger

Thrown Alive

Dave AAron

Rhetoric

Trublklef

Woody Giessmann (solo)

Patti B.

Evan Rundle

Greg Gerace

Blues Bubbas

Gary Dilley

Joe Fuller

Caitlin Popp

Dumpster Mike

Roger Wilson

Rebecca Bird

Orlino

George Messengil

Kim J

Steve Arvey

Steve Dan Mills

Jack Brosius

Ticket Sales By Phone (305)-296-4726

EVERYONE MUST HAVE A FESTIVAL TICKET TO ENTER.

The festival is held on the campground, and 3 or 4 day tickets INCLUDE tent camping in the general camping areas(Green on map), which do not have water or electric and is on a first come, best choice available. This includes use of all the facilities (bathrooms, showers, pool, hot tub, beach etc)

If you wish to have a reserved space with water and electric, or bring and RV then you need to purchase a space. It is single charge for the space.

Up to 8 people may stay on the space, each person staying on the space must have a festival ticket.

*Use Of Alcohol or Drugs Will Result In Being Asked To Leave With No Refund.

Rockers In Recovery
9301 NE 2nd Ave
Miami Shores, Florida
33138
877-799-8773 or 954-826 4920
john@rockersinrecovery.com

www.rockersinrecovery.com

What Are the Latest Online Listener Habits?

Rockers In Recovery — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:06:38 +0000

New research shows that the online listening market is still growing at measurable rates. According to our latest numbers, more and more traditional AM/FM listeners are shifting their listening habits to take advantage of the ability to listen online at work and on the go, via the huge proliferation of smartphones and mobile player apps. In addition to the shift in listening times, listeners have also shown a high interest in social media tie-ins, leaning on the immense popularity of sites like Facebook and Twitter, which more and more radio broadcasters are embracing.

Average listener time is also higher than traditional ‘in car’ listening times, since today’s listener spends more time at their desk, or with their phone, than they spend in their car. Our listeners tend to like streams that are easy to find, easy to use, and can be either embedded or bookmarked. The highest dwell-time listener vehicle is the desktop player, with talk format listener times running longer than music.

Another trend we are seeing is the expectance and the acceptance of advertising by the average listener. Any successful web property today is monetized by advertising.

Whether it is a video pre-roll, like you see on most news pages and sites like Hulu and YouTube, or rich-media banner ads, advertising is an integral part of online success. Listeners have come to expect ads and for the most part, are not turned off, or turned away by them.

Some latest traditional online user facts;
78% of adults are now using the internet on a daily basis
92% use multiple means to get their daily news
55% of users state that it is now easier to get news than it was 5 years ago
65% of internet users have paid for online content
62% of online teens get their news online
48% of interent users over the age of 35 use a social media site
25% of smartphone owners use their phone as opposed to going online
72% go online just looking for something to do, watch, or listen to But hey, like you really needed more proof that streaming your broadcast is a necessity today? Of course not, and the latest facts from the online world show that more and more people of all age groups are using the internet in a variety of new ways. By having a strong online and mobile streaming presence, you are placing yourself in the mainstream of the shifting technology.

As always, we are committed to staying on the bleeding edge of the digital revolution, bringing you more ways to innovate, adapt and excel in today’s highly competitive listening arena.

For more information contact call 954-826-4920 or email
john@rockersinrecovery.com or check out the media kit for stats.

Treatment Solutions Network

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:34:06 +0000

Treatment Solutions Network is unlike any other approach to addiction recovery. Through our relationships with the nation's premier treatment facilities and addiction professionals across the country, we make the arrangements and handle the details so our clients can focus on one thing: their recovery.

Treatment Solutions Network has the advantage of not being tied to a specific facility, we only accept facilities within our network which meet our above industry standards; offer effective long term community based addiction treatment and have flexible payment options from low cost self pay to a wide variety of insurance plans.

We have a large selection of independent addiction treatment facilities. This has distinct advantages:
Our unique relationships allow us to offer faster admissions, privacy guarantees and payment options not found elsewhere.

We have our own standards of success. To be part of our network, facilities must operate above industry standards. All facilities accepted within our network must offer the highest levels of care available and offer a minimum 30 day treatment program for those who need it.

We provide client advocates who will be in constant contact with the person in treatment and act as liaisons between the family, the facility and the client, if desired. Because we recognize the impact addiction has on the entire family, we place special emphasis on family involvement throughout the treatment process.

Rapid Response. Our unique approach allows our clients to be presented with a plan outlining treatment option(s) quickly by answering a few questions. Once a decision on a facility is made, reservations and travel arrangements are made immediately. This saves additional stress and delay in a time when you or your family member needs immediate action.
This approach coupled with our highly knowledgable treatment consultants and call center representatives allows us to truly work with you. We take your treatment needs, your financial capabilities and your recovery goals and build a personalized plan. We are here to offer viable solutions during this difficult time. Best of all we offer these services at no cost to our clients.

Our network approach takes the pressure off busy addiction professionals, assuring them that their patients will be well cared for throughout their course of treatment.

Because we recognize the impact addiction has on the entire family, we place special emphasis on family involvement throughout treatment. Treatment Solutions Network also offers specialized adolescent addiction treatment.

If you would like to learn more, please do not hesitate to give us a call, any time day or night, or fill out our confidential help form.

Our Mission
The Mission of Treatment Solutions Network is to provide every individual we come in contact with the opportunity to achieve a better way of life through recovery. If the individual is seeking treatment for a substance abuse or a dual diagnosis problem, our goal is to find services which match their needs and can realistically be obtained with their resources. We will strive to educate all who are involved as to how the individual can best be treated. Our primary purpose is to find help for anyone who comes to us. http://www.treatmentsolutionsnetwork.com/?=cpao=304

Ken Seeley

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:25:46 +0000

Ken Seeley is an interventionist and author. He is best known for his appearances on the A&E reality show, Intervention.

Certified by the National Association of Drug and Alcohol Interventionists, Seeley himself has been sober since 1989. Since then, he has worked full-time in the business of recovery.
Seeley is the author of Face It and Fix It, published by HarperOne in 2009. The book is about overcoming the denial that leads to common addictions while bringing guidance to those struggling with addiction. Face It and Fix It has been said to "leave you with a greater sense of self-awareness and the skills you need to both improve your relationships and to live the life you deserve".

Seeley has remained involved, professionally and personally, in recovery since 1989. He is a Level II Board Registered Interventionist, and works to save lives every day as the founder of Intervention-911, a service specializing not just in interventions but also in finding appropriate treatment centers for each kind of addict.

Seeley's remarkable knowledge and unique perspective have made him a go-to expert on the subject of addiction and intervention with the media, where he's a regular contributor for CNN,[6] MSNBC, NBC, CBS, Fox, ABC, and many others. Seeley was one of three featured interventionists on the Emmy Award Winning Television Series Intervention on A&E.

Ricky Byrd – Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter

Rockers In Recovery — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:18:53 +0000

Ricky Byrd – Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter

Lotta dues Jim, Lotta dues. That’s a line from a play about Lenny Bruce, and man oh man ain’t that the truth!!

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining! I’ve had an unbelievable career so far and I’m very grateful.

Imagine a 13 year old sitting in his bedroom with his first guitar that “almost” stays in tune. He’s dreaming big dreams, hoping someday……you know the rest!

Well I got my wish. I’ve traveled the world with Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, had a couple of hit records and played guitar for two of my favorites–Roger Daltrey and Ian Hunter. I’ve also had the damn good fortune to have shared a stage with everyone from Jimmy Page,
Leslie West, Steve Marriott to Rufus Thomas (I got to “Walk the Dog”)

I’ve had artists who I love and respect cover songs I’ve written ,and even got to decorate a wall in Byrdland with a few gold and platinum records.

Nice huh?
Problem is I’m not the kind that can rest on my laurels (you know how painful that can be!).

This is now and now I’m a solo artist–playing my songs, making my music and fighting my battles!

To be honest I’m feeling a little punchy from all the fighting.

But I promise you this…they’’ll have to carry me out of the ring still swingin’ and still singin’.

Let’s face it the music business (what’s left of it) is not for the faint of heart. it can break your spirit and leave you bitter.”It was you Charlie…you shoulda watched out for me. I coulda been a contender!”

Sorry, I had a Brando moment!.

Anyway as the saying goes… you buttered your bread now you gotta sleep in it…or something like that.

Where was I? Oh yeah

These days I have no illusions or expectations other than making the coolest music I can and have fun doing it.

So keep your eyes and ears open cause sooner or later I’ll be coming to your town. It might be a stadium, a theatre, a club or maybe even a coffeehouse, but you can bet the farm I’ll have a big ass grin on my face and be happy to be there.

See you in the trenches, Ricky

About 12 Step Music Fest

12 Step Music Fest is a campout for ALL 12 step fellowships. It will be held November 3-6, 2011 at Sugarloaf Key (mile marker 20) KOA Campground in the Florida Keys. The entire campground will be closed to the public.

It's a mini Woodstock, minus the drugs and alcohol, but add meetings and fellowship! It is being produced by No Matter What Productions, a not for profit, 501 c 3 charity. Our mission is to help people suffering from all forms of addiction to recover and become acceptable, responsible and productive members of society. Our vision is to eradicate the stigma "Once an addict always an addict."

We are promoting music, fun and harmony among fellowships. We will have floating meetings, yes meetings in the ocean, bring your rafts and noodles!! There will be 3 - 24 hour marathon tents for all fellowships and special interest meetings.

There will be a childrens tent with crafts and activities all day as well. The KOA has a beach and volleyball, pool and hot tub, as well as showers and bathrooms. Food and recovery merchandise vendors will be on site as well.

We will have bands playing on the main stage throughout the weekend.

A talent show will be held in the Coffee House Saturday.

Also in the Coffee House there will be solos and duos playing all day and night.

Due to campground capacity we can only sell 2000 tickets, so please book early.

THIS IS A DRUG, ALCOHOL AND GAMBLING FREE EVENT.
Violators will be removed from the park and no refunds will be given.