RHRRC - Russ Hedrick Recovery Resource Center

06/08/2026

Do all risk-taking behaviors inevitably lead to undesirable outcomes? Explain...

06/08/2026

Hardy County resource

Please join us today, Monday 06/08/2026 at the Summer Resource Fair located at the Auxiliary Building on the Moorefield Elementary School Playground from 2:00pm-6:00pm. This is event is free to the public for families with school-aged children. We hope to see you there!

06/08/2026

Risk-Taking Behavior-
Men are statistically more likely to engage in risky behaviors across various aspects of life, and substance use is no exception. The allure of experimentation with drugs or alcohol can quickly escalate into a pattern of use and ultimately dependence. This risk-taking tendency is often driven by societal expectations to appear bold and fearless, which can cloud judgment and lead to harmful decisions regarding substance use.

Substance Abuse   We all know someone who struggles with addiction. We all know someone who struggles with addiction. Maybe it’s a friend, family member, or even ourselves. Substance abuse isn’t simply a matter of willpower. It’s a chronic disease that affects the brain and behavior. When som...

06/06/2026

Stop by 7-1 pm

06/04/2026

West Virginia Department of Human Services today announced applications for the Emergency Low Income Energy Assistance Program (ELIEAP) will be accepted from June 8 through June 26, 2026, or until funds are exhausted.

The federally funded program assists eligible state residents in paying home heating or cooling bills. Residents whose primary heating and cooling source is gas or electricity must provide a termination notice or a past due utility bill when applying for ELIEAP. Households using other primary heating sources or bulk fuel may qualify for assistance if their heating fuel levels are critically low during the application period.

Households that received a direct payment through the regular Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) must verify that the benefit was used for home heating expenses. Applicants must submit a current receipt equal to the amount of LIEAP assistance received along with their ELIEAP application. Failure to provide verification of payment will result in denial of the application.

Eligibility for ELIEAP is based on household income, household size, and responsibility for paying home heating or cooling costs. To qualify, households must meet all program requirements and be experiencing an energy emergency that could disrupt their primary heating or cooling source if assistance is not provided.

The income limit for Fiscal Year 2026 is 60 percent of the State Median Income. The maximum allowable gross income levels for ELIEAP Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 are listed below:

*For each additional household member, add $688. Households whose countable income exceeds the maximum allowable amount are not eligible for assistance. Certain types of income may be excluded when determining ELIEAP eligibility.

Residents must apply in person at their local DoHS office. A directory of local offices is available at dohs.wv.gov/field-offices. Applications will be processed while funding remains available.

06/04/2026

“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” —Dan Millman

06/04/2026

Substance misuse (men are nearly three times more likely than women to become alcohol dependent) as a way to self-medicate.

Explore why men’s mental health is often overlooked, leading to high rates of depression, su***de, and substance abuse.

06/04/2026

Mental health affects everyone, but many men struggle in silence.

Depression, anxiety, trauma, substance misuse, and suicidal thoughts impact millions of men each year. Yet men are significantly less likely than women to seek professional mental health treatment, often because of stigma, cultural expectations, or the belief that asking for help is a sign of weakness.

For many mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, or su***de, men are less likely to speak up and get treatment. They are also less likely to be diagnosed because of this. Knowing the statistics and resources available can help raise awareness about men's mental health, encourage men to....

06/03/2026

Men are about four times more likely to commit su***de than women.

06/03/2026

Prioritizing men's mental health is essential. The process of healing should not be viewed as a sign of laziness or weakness. Sharing emotions and vulnerabilities is not excessive. A significant number of men are taught to survive by bottling up emotions, powering through stress, and managing all responsibilities alone. Stress, burnout, anger, anxiety, and feelings of isolation don't vanish into thin air simply because they're ignored. True fortitude is about learning to manage emotions, communicate effectively, and seek support when necessary. One doesn't have to carry the weight alone.