Stories

Joy Burrill is a Recovery Coach at White Horse in North Conway, New Hampshire. Her journey—marked by resilience, honesty, and compassion—offers an authentic and hopeful look at addiction and recovery. From her childhood in Berlin, NH to her career supporting others, Joy’s experiences illuminate both the challenges of substance use and the promise of a brighter future.

White Horse Recovery Certified Recovery Support Worker Kelsey Wentworth runs recovery groups at the Caroll County Jail every Thursday where she has witnessed connection, growth, and change.

When Marie Vadala was five, her father made his last attempt at sobriety—and it stuck.

For White Horse Recovery Coach Eric Ballard, “If I can help just one person, all my struggles will be worth it.”

Troy Barnes, CRSW and RCO Manager at White Horse Recovery, never thought his life would take the turns it did. Growing up, he was the “do-gooder” of his friend group—a skinny, music-loving kid who excelled in school and stayed out of trouble.

After years of struggle, Littleton RCO Manager Erika Sturgeon found hope and support at White Horse. Now in recovery, she gives back helping others find their own path to healing.

Kelsey Wentworth shares her journey at White Horse Recovery, highlighting the power of compassion, active listening, and hope in supporting those battling addiction.

North Conway RCO Manager Mitchell Henderson speaks about how he uses ministry experience, compassion, and a vision to support those facing addiction.

Jackie shares her personal journey from battling addiction and homelessness to achieving sobriety and regaining custody of her children.