Lighthouse Recovery Residences and Recovery 365

04/07/2026

Executives and high performing professionals often face a unique challenge in recovery.

The pressure to lead, make decisions, and remain composed does not pause when personal challenges arise. Traditional recovery models do not always address how to navigate those realities.

That is where executive coaching becomes essential.

Executive coaching in addiction recovery provides structure, accountability, and a space for honest reflection. It helps professionals align their recovery with the demands of their careers, rather than feeling like they must choose between the two.

In our latest blog, we explore how executive coaching supports long term stability, stronger leadership, and sustainable performance.

Recovery does not take away from leadership. It strengthens it.

Read the full blog here:
https://thelighthousect.com/blog/

04/06/2026

From addiction and incarceration to running across continents.

Charlie Engle doesn’t just talk about resilience. He lives it.

This May, he’s coming to Lighthouse to share his story — and connect with our community.

And he’s not done yet. His next challenge? From the Dead Sea to Mount Everest.

https://www.charlieengle.com/

More details at www.thelighthousect.com/events

04/02/2026

There is a lot happening at Lighthouse right now.

From celebrating 10 years of community to hosting incredible speakers and events, our latest newsletter is full of moments that reflect what recovery can look like when it is supported, connected, and lived in real time.

We are growing, our homes are full, and our Recovery 365 program continues to expand, supporting more individuals every day.

This is what makes Lighthouse different. It is not just a place to start recovery. It is a place to stay connected to it.

If you want a closer look at our community, upcoming events, and what we are building, we would love to share it with you.

Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop.
https://thelighthousect.com/newsletter

03/26/2026

High performing professionals often carry more than what is visible.

In many leadership roles, long hours, constant pressure, and demanding expectations are the norm. Because performance remains strong, it can be difficult to recognize when stress and substance use begin to overlap. High stress jobs can mask addiction, delaying the moment when support is sought.

The reality is that many executives continue to meet responsibilities while privately struggling with burnout, exhaustion, and increasing reliance on alcohol or other substances. By the time it becomes visible, the patterns are often deeply established.

In our newest blog, we explore how high stress environments can conceal addiction and why early awareness is critical for protecting both personal health and professional performance.

Recovery does not require waiting for a crisis. It begins with recognizing the signs.

Read the full blog here: https://thelighthousect.com/blog/

03/19/2026

Why are more executives choosing recovery residences instead of traditional thirty day rehab programs?

For many professionals, recovery requires more than a short clinical stay. Leadership roles, travel schedules, and high stress environments demand a recovery model that allows individuals to rebuild stability in real life rather than stepping away from it entirely.

Recovery residences provide structure, accountability, and community within a residential environment that supports long term change. Instead of leaving treatment and returning immediately to pressure filled environments, professionals have the opportunity to strengthen routines, relationships, and recovery practices in a supportive setting.

In our newest blog we explore why this model is becoming a preferred path for executives seeking sustainable recovery.

Read the full article here - https://thelighthousect.com/blog/

03/05/2026

Executives and high performing professionals face a unique challenge in recovery. Stress does not pause for healing. Deadlines, board meetings, client demands, and travel continue.

That is why relapse prevention for high stress roles must be intentional and structured. It cannot rely on motivation alone. It must be built to withstand pressure.

In our newest blog, we explore how leaders can create recovery plans that survive boardrooms and deadlines while protecting long term performance and credibility.

Recovery and leadership are not opposites. When structured properly, they strengthen one another.

Read the blog here - https://thelighthousect.com/blog/

02/23/2026

✨ Community. Connection. Recovery. ✨

We are looking forward to several upcoming Lighthouse events designed to bring our residents, Recovery 365 members, and alumni together in meaningful ways.

🌿 Vision Board Night | February 28
Open to female residents, and Recovery 365 clients
An intentional evening of creativity and goal setting as we step into the year with clarity.

🌸 The Orchid Show | March 13
Open to all residents, Recovery 365 clients, and alumni
A beautiful cultural outing in NYC that invites presence, inspiration, and connection.

🎬 Oscars Watch Party | March 15
Open to female residents, and Recovery 365 clients
An elegant and fun night celebrating film, community, and shared experience.

At Lighthouse, recovery is lived in community. These moments strengthen connection and remind us that growth happens together.

02/20/2026

Executives are expected to make complex decisions under pressure, manage risk, and lead with clarity. But chronic stress and substance use can quietly alter the brain systems responsible for impulse control, emotional regulation, and long-term planning.

In our latest blog, The Neuroscience of Addiction and Executive Decision Making, we examine how addiction affects the executive brain and why early awareness matters for sustainable leadership.

Addiction is not a failure of willpower. It is a neurological process that can be understood, treated, and reversed with the right care.

Read the full blog here:
https://thelighthousect.com/neuroscience-of-addiction-executive-decision-making/

Protecting brain health protects leadership capacity.

02/18/2026

Join us for a powerful panel discussion featuring Vince Benevento, author of Boys Will Be Men: 8 Lessons for the Lost American Male and Founder of Causeway Collaborative, alongside Dr. Chris Bogart of Sasco River Center and Chris O’Hara, LMSW of Silver Hill Hospital & Lighthouse Recovery Services. The discussion will be moderated by Darien resident Tom Tamberrino.

🗓 Thursday, February 26
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Piedmont Club, 152 Hecker Avenue

This event invites fathers and sons to come together for an honest, meaningful dialogue about identity, mental health, connection, and what it truly means to grow into strong, grounded men.

Spots are limited — register today and be part of the movement.
Register here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_ARnqHKjdlUsrH2nLUcdo8WctC3WhJh6QNNs7KXZ3GHSDnQ/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawQCszVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJNZ2tDeGVTdk1JTER5MVBXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqv1vgbjNYTDKE8ig39qm0rqDItcoL0NcG7721RNj2mAIWgrVrzVU08AKUsG_aem_7WHgoBhGLXEzOh731xog9A&pli=1

Calling all fathers & young men! Too many boys today feel lost, anxious, and unmotivated. Vince Benevento’s new book "Boys Will Be Men: Eight Lessons for the Lost American Male" offers a powerful path forward for families and fathers.

Join us Feb 26, 7 PM at the Piedmont Club for a special talk + panel featuring Chris Bogart, Executive Director of Sasco River Center!

Visit https://bit.ly/463p29w to sign up.

Registration required!

02/11/2026

High-performing leaders often carry stress quietly, managing pressure while continuing to deliver results. But prolonged stress can evolve into patterns that affect emotional health, decision-making, and overall well-being.

In our latest blog, Executive Stress and Addiction: Recognizing the Hidden Signs, we break down how these challenges can present in executives, why they go unnoticed, and how leaders can take thoughtful steps toward health before the stakes rise.

Understanding the hidden signs isn’t a vulnerability — it is strategic insight.

Read the full blog here:
👉 https://thelighthousect.com/executive-stress-and-addiction-recognizing-the-hidden-signs/

Leadership longevity starts with clarity and self-awareness.

02/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kristin Frank, MAT, to The Lighthouse Recovery Services team, as our Director of Business Development!

We are thrilled to have Kristin join us as a key member of our leadership team. With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health outreach, admissions, and community engagement, Kristin brings deep expertise and genuine compassion to her work.

Her background includes strategic outreach for treatment programs across New York and New England, and she has a strong track record of connecting individuals, families, and professional partners to the support they need.

Kristin’s leadership, insight, and commitment to compassionate care make her an invaluable addition as we continue to expand access to discreet, executive-level support and recovery services in Connecticut and beyond.

Please help us give Kristin a warm welcome! 💛

📍 Learn more about our team: https://thelighthousect.com/our-teams/

02/02/2026

EVENT IS FULL - CLOSED

💗 Join Us for a Galentine’s Celebration at The Lighthouse! 💗

Celebrate friendship, connection, and community at our Galentine’s Event! 🌸✨
This is a special time for women in recovery to come together for encouragement, laughter, and support.

📅 Date: February 11th, 2026
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Women's Residence

This event is all about building meaningful connections and uplifting one another — because friendship matters. 💕

Visit our Events page to register!