A New Life for Women — One Without Substance Use

The Caring Together program, established in 1990 by Barbara Schindler, MD, helps women and their children overcome substance abuse and start a new life without drugs and alcohol. The program utilizes a multiphase, multidisciplinary approach to treat the addiction and any other issues that may have caused or resulted from substance use.

Be sure to listen to Dr. Schindler's podcast on addiction.

To schedule an appointment, call 215.967.2130. Referrals are not necessary.

The program is part of the Department of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine and is located at 4700 Wissahickon Avenue (Wissahickon and Route 1/Roosevelt Boulevard), Building C, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19144.

Caring Together News

How a summer camp aims to break a cycle of addiction between generations
July 29, 2024: Barbara Schindler, MD, a professor and medical director of The Caring Together program at the College of Medicine, was interviewed in a CBS Evening News segment about a camp for kids whose parents are facing addiction.

Action Collaborative on Combatting Substance Use and Opioid Crises Launches National Pilot Project to Transform Interprofessional Substance Use Education and Training
July 29, 2024: “Today the National Academy of Medicine’s Action Collaborative on Combatting Substance Use and Opioid Crises announced the launch of its Core Competency Implementation Pilot Project and the selection of 16 implementation sites across the United States. In partnership with the Action Collaborative, the sites will work towards advancing substance use care, workforce competency, and interprofessional education and practice by implementing the Action Collaborative’s 3Cs Framework for Pain and Unhealthy Substance Use, released in 2022.” Read more. (National Academy of Medicine)

Medetomidine Rapidly Proliferating Across USA (cfsre.org)
May 20, 2024: “The Department of Public Health for the City of Philadelphia and CFSRE’s NPS Discovery both released alerts about the detection of medetomidine in local drug supplies/overdose events. NPS Discovery reports that medetomidine was first detected in Maryland in 2022 and then in four additional states in 2023 (Mo., Colo., Calif., Pa. and Md.). In 2024, Medetomidine has been detected in Canada and the U.S: Toronto, ON, (Jan 2024) and Vancouver, BC (Feb 2024), early this year; Philadelphia (Apr 2024), Pittsburgh (May 2024) and Chicago (May 2024). “Recent mass overdose outbreaks in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Chicago have all been associated with fentanyl or heroin drug products containing medetomidine, as well [as] xylazine and/or other substances. In cases where medetomidine ingestion is suspected or confirmed, severe adverse effects have been noted, including heightened sedation and profound bradycardia.”” Read more. (CFSRE, NPS Discovery 2024)

How to Tell if Your Substance Use Is Substance Misuse
January 11, 2024: Whether you’re considering Dry January or cutting back unhealthy habits in the New Year, assessing whether your substance use is a problem is an important first step. Read more.

What You Need to Know about Marijuana Use During Pregnancy
July 6, 2023: Marijuana use is increasing. It is becoming more accepted as more states legalize both medicinal and recreational marijuana use by adults. Read more.

What Does the Caring Together Program (CTP) Provide?

The Caring Together program serves women over the age of 18 and their families. The program offers a safe recovery environment and is especially beneficial to those who are pregnant or parenting, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and survivors of abuse, as well as anyone experiencing mental health challenges or domestic violence.

Caring Together Services

For women with children, we offer:

• Parenting education
• Family reunification assistance
• Coordinated case management
• Child care during treatment
• Child development assessments
• Assistance with health care, head-start programs, after-school programs, school-related issues, etc.

The information on these pages is provided for general information only and should not be used for diagnosis or treatment, or as a substitute for consultation with a physician or health care professional. If you have specific questions or concerns about your health, you should consult your health care professional.

The images being used are for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted is a model.

 
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