Meet Our Staff Vanderburgh House

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The individuals and families we serve are homeless or precariously housed —but their challenges are even more complicated. The great majority have histories of trauma, chronic substance use, and mental health issues. Almost half live with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and/or other chronic health conditions. Vanderburgh House: Housing. Health. Recovery. Hope. This program lasts from 90 […]

Connect to Services Vanderburgh House

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Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation. Home to the oldest city park in the nation, Boston, Massachusetts, also features Vanderburgh House – New Victories. Established in 1975, this organization provides care for adults […]

Housing Vanderburgh House

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This harm reduction program serves people experiencing homelessness in the Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Blvd. neighborhood. They provide various harm reduction services including overdose education, Naloxone distribution, HIV and STD services and syringe services. Last year, 5,252 people turn to Vanderburgh House for shelter, sustenance, recovery, care, and professional, compassionate support. Our team of […]

Alcohol Intolerance: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

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In some cases, antihistamines may alleviate symptoms for both conditions, but they do not address the underlying cause of the allergy. Some people take medicines like the antihistamines diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or famotidine (Pepcid) about 30 minutes before drinking alcohol. This may be harmful because it can mask severe symptoms that could be brewing like shortness […]

Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures: Warning Signs, Effects, & Treatment

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Moderate to severe alcohol use disorder can cause life-threatening symptoms after you stop drinking, which may require medical intervention. For most people, mild symptoms to moderate withdrawal symptoms start within 6 to 12 hours after their last drink. The worst withdrawal symptoms usually peak around 24 to 72 hours after stopping alcohol. While many symptoms […]