News & Stories
The Journey and Voice of Joy Burrill
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.
Innovative Program Transforms Lives as Funding Gaps Challenge Rural Recovery Services
White Horse Recovery’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is gaining recognition as a transformative approach to addiction recovery, combining 12 weeks of intensive group and individual counseling that has proven successful in helping clients reclaim their lives.
Hope Behind Bars: Kelsey Wentworth’s Weekly Mission
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.
White Horse Recovery Embraces Faith-Based and Secular Approaches to Healing
White Horse Recovery continues to demonstrate its commitment to inclusive, comprehensive care by offering faith-based and secular support options for individuals and families facing substance use disorders and mental health challenges.
White Horse Recovery Expands Access with New Vehicles for Client Transportation
White Horse Recovery, a nonprofit behavioral health center serving the North Country and Lakes Region, is taking a significant step to remove accessibility barriers with the purchase of two new vehicles dedicated to client transportation.
White Horse Recovery Lights the Path Forward During National Recovery Month
As National Recovery Month shines a spotlight on the millions of Americans in recovery, White Horse Recovery is taking action with three powerful community events that demonstrate the life-saving impact of recovery support services.
A Steady Hand Behind the Scenes: Marie Vadala’s Story
When Marie Vadala was five, her father made his last attempt at sobriety—and it stuck.
A Voice for the Voiceless: Eric Ballard’s Story
For White Horse Recovery Coach Eric Ballard, “If I can help just one person, all my struggles will be worth it.”
A Journey of Recovery: Troy Barnes’ Story
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.
Meet Erika Sturgeon
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.
Personal Experience Fueled Compassionate Care at White Horse Recovery
For Tammy Loiselle, Executive Coordinator at White Horse Recovery, supporting those struggling with addiction and mental health challenges is more than a job—it’s a calling shaped by personal experience.
Meet Kelsey Wentworth
Kelsey Wentworth shares her journey at White Horse Recovery, highlighting the power of compassion, active listening, and hope in supporting those battling addiction.
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