Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Precautionary Measures: Providing Addiction Treatment Amid COVID-19
Precautionary Measures: Providing Addiction Treatment Amid COVID-19
Precautionary Measures: Providing Addiction Treatment Amid COVID-19
Wednesday 2nd September 2020
Dr. Vic Vines shares how Hazelden Betty Ford tackled addiction treatment challenges during COVID-19 on 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Addiction Treatment During COVID-19: A Conversation with Dr. Vic Vines
Safety of our residential patients or outpatients and our staff is our primary concern, and everything that we do has been around maintaining that safety.
The COVID-19 pandemic threw the world into chaos, but imagine being on the front lines of addiction treatment during those early days. In this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers sits down with Dr. Vic Vines, a regional medical director at Hazelden Betty Ford, to discuss the unique challenges they faced. Dr.
Vines shares how the organization balanced the dual threats of substance use disorders and COVID-19, ensuring the safety of both patients and staff while keeping essential services running. Dr. Vines explains the precautionary measures they adopted, from identifying and isolating at-risk individuals to implementing rigorous testing protocols. The conversation also delves into the complexities of reopening facilities gradually and maintaining a focus on holistic health amidst a global crisis.
It's a compelling look at how one organization adapted in real-time to unprecedented circumstances, providing hope and lifesaving treatment when it was needed most. If you're curious about how addiction treatment providers managed to stay afloat during such a turbulent time, or if you're looking for some inspiration in how to face your own challenges, this episode offers valuable insights and practical wisdom. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that underscores the resilience and dedication of those committed to recovery.