A Life Worth Remembering
By Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development This story isn’t easy to hear, but it is a truth that many of us know. May 26 July 9 August 31 Each of these dates holds a special place in my heart. On May 26, 2001, my nephew, CJ, was born. He was the first grandbaby and the […]
A Very Sober Holiday (And Why It Could Be More Magical Than You Think)
By: Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development The holidays can sneak up with a strange mix of glitter and dread, especially if you’re in early recovery, if you’ve been walking this path for years, or even if you’re going through a heavy season of grief. There’s joy everywhere, but sometimes it feels like […]
Beyond the Buzzword: What Trauma-Informed Care Looks Like at The Next Door Recovery
By: Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development Trauma-informed care—you’ve likely heard the phrase. It’s a term that floats through boardrooms, conferences, and treatment centers like a badge of honor. But what does it mean? More importantly, what does it look like in practice? At The Next Door Recovery, we don’t just talk about trauma-informed care; […]
Where Recovery and Motherhood Meet: Our Commitment to Care
By: Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development At The Next Door Recovery, we believe in meeting women where they are, including when they are carrying both new life and the weight of substance use. Recovery doesn’t pause for pregnancy, and motherhood doesn’t wait for healing. That’s why our care is built at the […]
Supporting Pregnant Women on the Path to Recovery
By Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development We at The Next Door Recovery know the barriers mothers and expectant mothers who are seeking treatment face. Many women fear judgment and worry about losing custody of their children. They often feel the pressure of societal expectations surrounding motherhood, which usually prevents them from seeking […]
The Frightening Truth About Fentanyl: 5 Things You Need to Know
By Kristen Lonigan, Director of Admissions and Business Development As Halloween approaches, there’s a much scarier reality lurking beyond the costumes and decorations—fentanyl. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has become a growing threat across the U.S., with its potency and lethal effects continuing to take lives at alarming rates. At The Next Door Recovery, we remain committed to helping […]