Stories From the House

Real stories about recovery and the people rebuilding their lives at Welcome House.

Sometimes the goals we set don't take us where we planned. They take us where we need to be.
John arrived with one objective: stay just long enough to start drinking again. Instead, every milestone he reached moved the finish line a little farther, until he realized he wasn't building an exit plan anymore, and the goals he set to leave became the reasons he chose to stay.
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Stories From the House

Every journey is different, but each story offers a glimpse into what recovery looks like. Explore resident stories, recovery insights, videos, and articles from inside Welcome House.

Recovery doesn't happen alone.

Every success story is made possible by people who choose to help. Whether you volunteer, donate, attend an event, or simply share our mission, you become part of someone else’s story.

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Every story deserves to be heard.

Behind every resident is a journey shaped by struggle, resilience, hope, and second chances. Here you'll find stories from the people rebuilding their lives, along with the lessons, challenges, and victories that remind us recovery is possible. Whether you're considering recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply want to understand addiction and recovery better, we hope these stories encourage you.

Helping Someone You Love Find Recovery

Watching someone you care about struggle with substance use disorder can be heartbreaking. Whether it’s a spouse, parent, child, sibling, or close friend, it’s natural to want to help. It’s also natural to feel overwhelmed.

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Real stories of recovery.

Stories From the House is more than a collection of articles.

Here you’ll find:

  • Resident Stories
  • Recovery Insights
  • Staff Perspectives
  • Videos
  • Program Updates

Whether you’re considering recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply want to understand addiction and recovery better, we hope these stories encourage you.

An opioid overdose can happen anywhere. At home. In a parking lot. At work. Even if you don’t know anyone who uses opioids, it’s possible you’ll someday find yourself in a position to help.

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Recovery stories don’t end here.

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