Understanding Alcoholism
What is Alcoholism? Alcohol use has become normalized in many cultures, from how it is portrayed in media, to drinking at social
Read MoreHealth Upwardly Mobile Inc., (HUM) is an Integrated Health and Wellness company based in Calgary, Alberta. Our team includes a variety of healthcare providers including nurses, physicians, psychologists and social workers. HUM offers personal and corporate services, as well as training and workshops on topics related to Addiction, Mental Health, and Chronic Pain.
HUM’s unique strength is our ability to draw on individual and collaborative expertise to provide tailored individual care within an Integrated Continuing Care Framework. For all new referrals, this involves a comprehensive assessment to identify the individual’s physical and/or mental health issues. We also recognize the importance of the bio-psycho-social-spiritual dimensions for individuals and their families. Our work reflects collaborative strategies, preventive resources and leading edge research in the areas of Addiction, Mental Health and Chronic Pain.
Treatment, recovery and rehabilitation recommendations will focus on returning the individual to a state of “wellness” as soon as possible. Recommendations will be designed to ensure the earliest return to work and/or healthy living within the capabilities of each individual.
HUM means ‘we’ or ‘us’ in Hindi. We have chosen this acronym to also convey the meaning that we are stronger and more effective together… “Together we can”!
HUM provides holistic assessment and treatment that encompasses biological, psychological, social and spiritual health.
The assessment and treatment recommendations are based on individual needs and meet people where they are at, rather than fitting people into programs.
HUM has an integrated interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals including medical doctors, registered psychologists, social workers and nurses.
When you are in trouble, you seem to do what ever you have been told to do, in order to please the people that punished you for breaking the law. At HUM, I woke up and realized, that there is way more behind all this, I learned to see where it all came from, and how to avoid many occasions that would trigger the situation. HUM is way more professional then any Rehab Centers I know off, they are straight with you, very knowledgeable in any aspect, and focus on YOU only, and no one else, they really woke me up and made my life better than ever. I focus on myself and my family only, everything else is relevant. It is worth it to communicate with HUM, they really know how to help !!!!!
My first experience with HUM was through the Intensive Outpatient Program they offer. This treatment program was miles ahead of any other treatment I had received or experienced up to that point. I learned more about my addiction than I could have ever imagined. It had such a profound effect on not only my life but my family/friends lives as well. I have come so far since attending IOP it is almost hard to believe. The staff is extremely helpful and supportive. I now attend weekly group therapy at HUM, and weekly one on one meetings with counsellors there. I have nothing but good things to say about this facility and each and every staff member I have met along the way. It has changed my life for the better and I am eternally grateful for this amazing resource. Each counsellor has been extremely helpful in many ways and their programs offer unique and beneficial approaches to recovery. I would strongly recommend HUM to anyone thinking about beginning or furthering their Recovery. They helped me to feel safe and supported throughout my journey, and I do not think I would be where I am today without the help of HUM and all of their staff.
I had the very good fortune of being introduced to H.U.M. 4 years ago and that was a turning point in my life. The holistic approach to recovery at H.U.M (bio, psycho, social, spiritual) has been instrumental for me. I feel like I am more than just a patient at H.U.M., I am part of a supportive community. I attend group meetings at H.U.M. weekly as an ongoing part of my program. The physicians and staff are highly knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend H.U.M.!
As as proffessional providing services to HUM,I have found their staff to be efficient, knowledgeable and proffessional.
I came to HUM almost 2 years ago feeling at my wits end as I had hit an emotional bottom! I had been sober for over 24 years and worked the steps of my 12 Step program, and yet I still felt disconnected and absolutely confused about where my life was going. From the outset, the Team at HUM offered me a completely different way of thinking about my disease of addiction. This new perspective has allowed me to change my thinking and therefore my actions. This has meant I’ve made some amazing and positive changes in my life that I would have never done using the tools I had at my disposable prior to being involved with HUM.I completed their Intensive Outreach Program and that was the incentive that I needed to make the changes in my life. I continue to attend weekly group therapy sessions and individual counselling sessions. They continue to support my journey of recovery.I can’t say enough good things about HUM and the team of caring, professional staff. I highly recommend this treatment facility to anyone struggling with mental health and/or addiction issues.
I was a patient of Dr. Hajela’s 2 years before HUM was created. I was under his, and his teams care from HUM’s inception in 2009 until 2014 (7 years). I attended 2 other treatment programs in BC and Calgary, as well as regular 12 step meetings. The quality of the group and individual therapy I received at HUM was by far the most professional I’ve experienced in my journey. My time at HUM had the most profound impact on my recovery and still does to this day. I’m beyond grateful to be part of this amazing team as a counsellor now, and to be able to have an impact on and witness the journeys of my fellow addicts.
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What is Alcoholism? Alcohol use has become normalized in many cultures, from how it is portrayed in media, to drinking at social
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What is Alcoholism? Alcohol use has become normalized in many cultures, from how it is portrayed in media, to drinking at social
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What is Alcoholism? Alcohol use has become normalized in many cultures, from how it is portrayed in media, to drinking at social
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