Pickaway Area Recovery Services

In this time of crisis and uncertainty, we at Pickaway Area Recovery Services want to reaffirm our commitment to our clients and the community. As Governor DeWine asserted in his order, PARS provides essential healthcare. All of our facilities in all counties are open and we will continue to provide counseling services. We now have options to see clients face-to-face, by phone, and online video conferencing. Our outpatient offices, as essential services, are keeping normal office hours (except in Zanesville; see note below). We are strictly following the health and safety measures outlined in the governor’s order. All offices have set aside Mon-Thurs. 12pm-1pm and Fri. 8am-9am for vulnerable populations to receive treatment. If you are currently a client or want to resume services, please reach out to us. We are also accepting new residential and outpatient clients. Our website has all of our contact information for each specific agency. However, if you call 740-477-1745 we can connect you to any service in any county. We will do all we can to continue providing high quality counseling throughout these difficult times. PARS Website: https://pickawayarearecoveryservices.com/ Note: Due to its small size, our Zanesville outpatient clinic, Muskingum Recovery Center, is not keeping regular office hours. We are, however, still providing counseling services through alternative methods and by appointment. If you are a current client or want to start services, please call: 740-868-8331 PICKAWAYAREARECOVERYSERVICES.COM Home

We are grateful that law enforcement has embraced the importance of the need for individuals to get treatment in order to obtain and maintain sobriety. PARS is committed to walking along these individuals' journey of recovery, while teaching recovery skills and assisting in removing the barriers that make recovery difficult. Every individual deserves the opportunity to recover. Recovery is possible, and PARS is passionate about equipping people with tools in order to succeed and improve their lives. Scioto Post June 13 at 9:53 PM · Early this morning multiple Circleville Police Department arrest teams armed with 65 arrest warrants descended on several residences in and outside the city simultaneously with one goal; safely take people with substance abuse disorders and traffickers into custody, not just jail. This approach to substance abuse is different, but hopefully more effective. Arrested individuals were transported to a booking and Covid-19 screening center. After screening, they were transported directly to court for arraignment on their charges. In court they were afforded the opportunity to speak with a defense attorney prior to arraignment. After arraignment arrested individuals were transported to drug rehab, probation/parole offices or jail, based on the decision of the court. This operation started back in April of 2020 when local drug overdoses began increasing, 38 drug overdoses and 4 overdose deaths to be exact, since January 1st. The goal of this operation was to identify individuals with substance abuse disorders and provide them with resources for a successful recovery. Our new K-9, Serg, played a vital roll in making this operation a success. These stats are impressive, but they are more impressive when you consider K-9 Serg has only been working with Officer Eberhard since April 24th, 2020. Here are the stats he has accomplished: K-9 Deployments - 49 Call outs - 3 Tracks - 1 Barricaded situation - 1 Building/ house Search - 2 Search Warrants/Raids - 5 Traffic stops - 35 Money - over $4000.00 Arrests/charges -66 Heroin - 3.30g Fentanyl seized - 8.20g Crack Cocaine - 1g Meth - 9.50g Marijuana - 31.00g RX Pills - 28 Guns - 3 Vehicles towed/impounded - 3 Drug abuse instruments / Paraphernalia items – 76

All PARS facilities remain open and we are keeping normal hours. Mental health and substance use disorder counseling services are essential healthcare and we will continue to provide treatment to our clients. We are taking every necessary safety precaution, including increased cleaning/sanitation, temperature checks at the door for all who enter, limited group sizes, and social distancing. Circumstances can change quickly. We have plans in place to continue to treat our clients even in the event of a facility shutdown. But, as of now, we are open and appointments are continuing as normal.

All PARS facilities in all counties are keeping normal business hours. All will be OPEN on Monday, as usual. We are following all state, local, and federal recommendations related to the health and safety of clients and staff (including taking temperatures at the door). Please continue to keep your appointments as scheduled.

In order to comply with the Governor’s ban on large gatherings and to promote safety and wellness, we will be cancelling the Dodgeball tournament, but will reschedule as soon as possible. Stay healthy!

All In Person Free Groups will be canceled until January due to Covid. We WILL be continuing our online group!

The holidays can be difficult for many people. These issues are made worse with the pandemic. You don't have to suffer in silence! We can help. PARS facilities are open for business. We provide a mix of both in-person and telehealth services. We are accepting new substance use and mental health clients. If you or a loved one needs help, please call our facilities to set up an assessment. Circleville- 740-477-1745 Washington Courthouse- 740-335-8228 Lancaster- 740-277-7512 Zanesville- 740-868-8331

The "holiday blues" are real for many people. This resource provides information and tips for those who struggle during this time. If you or a loved one needs help or is struggling, please call our facilities to set up an assessment. We provide help for both mental health and substance abuse problems. Circleville- 740-477-1745 Washington Courthouse- 740-335-8228 Lancaster- 740-277-7512 Zanesville- 740-868-8331 NAMI.ORG Mental Health and the Holiday Blues | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness

The New Year is a perfect time to get your life back on track. If you or a loved one struggles with mental health issues or addiction, there is help! PARS and its facilities offer groups and individual sessions tailored to your needs. We have residential treatment and recovery housing too. We accept Medicaid and many private insurances. Please reach out to find out more information or set up an assessment: Circleville- 740-477-1745 Washington Courthouse- 740-335-8228 Lancaster- 740-277-7512 Zanesville- 740-868-8331

RECORDHERALD.COM Mental health issues increase during pandemic - The Record Herald The Record Herald (Washington C.H.) December 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM · Fayette Recovery Center is reminding the community that treatment for both mental health and substance use problems is available during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Record Herald (Washington C.H.) December 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM · Fayette Recovery Center is reminding the community that treatment for both mental health and substance use problems is available during the COVID-19 pandemic.

PARS is committed to providing treatment while balancing client/staff safety. With the winter storm continuing tonight (2-15) into tomorrow (2-16), we might have to close one or more of our outpatient offices for in-person visits. As of now (1:30pm), all of our offices are OPEN. If something changes, we will be shifting many appointments to telehealth. If you have questions or want to confirm that we are open or closed, please call your local office. Thanks and stay safe! Circleville- 740-477-1745 Washington Courthouse- 740-335-8228 Lancaster- 740-277-7512 Zanesville- 740-868-8331

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FRC is in the news! It's great to see our wonderful staff recognized! RECORDHERALD.COM FRC: ‘Recovery is a change of life’ - The Record Herald