Embracing Wellness
SAMHSA’s wellness initiative supports embracing the Eight Dimensions of Wellness — emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual — to achieve longevity and improved quality of life.
HLC believes that a person in recovery needs to address the domains of this wheel that have caused past problems in their addiction and/or recovery.
We provide referral or on-site resources to all local services that can address these challenges. Other programming based on requested needs are services for families and children and teens experiencing the effects of substance use.
Defining Wellness
In general, wellness refers to overall well-being, think of wellness as meaning being healthy in these dimensions of our lives.
Physical
Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep.
Social
Developing a sense connection, belonging, and strong support system.
Environmental
Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support one’s well being.
Intellectual
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills.
Emotional
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships.
Spiritual
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Occupational
Personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work.
Financial
Satisfaction with current and future financial support.
