New England Recovery Center

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays!

As the year comes to a close, we’re incredibly grateful for our dedicated team, trusted partners, and the communities we’re proud to support. Your collaboration, commitment, and shared purpose have made this year especially meaningful.

We wish you a joyful, peaceful, and restful holiday season, filled with warmth, gratitude, and time well spent with loved ones as we look ahead to the new year.

12/18/2025

Living alcohol-free can bring clarity, balance, and overall well-being. Many celebrities, from Kit Harrington to Tom Felton, have shared how entering recovery has improved their mental health, focus and quality of life.

Their stories show that it’s possible to thrive without drinking. Recovery can provide better sleep, stronger boundaries, more energy and a greater sense of control over your life.

Read about other celebrities who have embraced recovery and the positive changes it has brought them Cosmopolitan: https://shorturl.at/KaZ7O "

12/18/2025

On this episode of Airing Addiction:

Jeremy’s story is one of transformation and resilience. Growing up in a small country town, his life spiraled from drug dealing and addiction.
After confronting his life of substance use, Jeremy completely turned his life around, embraced recovery, and discovered the joy of fatherhood.

Jeremy's story reminds us that regardless of circumstances, hope and healing are always possible, and the transformation can often be total and life changing.

Join Jesse and Lisa to hear this incredible story of recovery, only on Airing Addiction.

12/11/2025

In celebration of Kindness Week, our team came together to collect donations for the Westborough Senior Center. Thanks to the generosity of our staff, we were able to provide items that will support older adults within our community and bring a little extra joy to their week.

A special thank you to Kathleen Wise, our Community Client Care Manager, for organizing the effort and delivering the donations on behalf of our team.

We're grateful for opportunities like this to give back, strengthen community partnerships, and continue spreading kindness in meaningful ways.

12/04/2025

Kate Middleton is using her platform to call for an end to the stigma surrounding addiction during Addiction Awareness Week in the U.K.

She emphasized that addiction is a complex mental health condition that should be met with empathy and support. She also noted, “Even now in 2025, people’s experience of addiction is shaped by fear, shame and judgment. This needs to change.”

Her message is a powerful reminder that open conversation and compassion can help individuals and families feel less alone.

Read more via Us Weekly:

Kate Middleton urged for an end to addiction stigma and highlighted recovery struggles in support of Addiction Awareness Week in the U.K.

12/01/2025

📌 Mark your calendars for this month’s virtual family support meeting, hosted in partnership with Magnolia Recovery and Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.!

This week’s topic is Recognizing the Warning Signs: Navigating Challenges in Recovery. This session will explore how to identify early behavior shifts that may signal a loved one is struggling, reframe how we think about relapse, and learn ways to offer support before a lapse occurs — all while protecting your own well-being in the process.

📅 Wednesday, December 3 at 6:00 p.m. ET
📧 To join, email magnolia@spectrumhealthsystems.org for the Zoom link.

Learn more: https://shorturl.at/9lXrN

11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving!

Today, we're taking a moment to reflect with deep gratitude for the individuals, families, and communities we have the honor of supporting.

As we move into the months ahead, we're reminded of the strength found in gratitude, resilience, and connection. Recovery is a journey, and no one has to walk it alone.

Wishing everyone peace, strength, and hope this season. We're grateful to grow alongside you. 🧡

11/25/2025

In this special Thanksgiving episode of Airing Addiction:

Hosts Lisa Blanchard, Jesse Chaison, and producer James Gangemi explore the power of gratitude in recovery and community. They reflect on the incredible stories shared on the podcast, the courage of their guests, and the unwavering support of listeners who continue to inspire the mission of this show.

Lisa and Jesse also explore what the holiday season can mean for individuals and families impacted by addiction—a time filled with warmth and connection, but also unique emotional challenges. They offer practical guidance on finding support, staying grounded, and extending compassion to yourself and to others during this often-complicated time of year.

Join us as we celebrate thankfulness, acknowledge difficulty, and highlight the resilience produced from genuine heartfelt gratitude.

We are thankful for YOU!

-James, Jesse, and Lisa.

11/19/2025

More public figures are opening up about their mental health, using their platforms to inspire honesty and hope.

Country artist Jelly Roll has been open about his lifelong struggle with depression, sharing his story to remind others they’re not alone. He’s called it a “public vow” to be more transparent, seek help, and stay accountable as he continues to “fight this demon.”

Stories like his highlight the power of vulnerability and how speaking openly about mental health can help others find strength in their own recovery.

Read more about his story and others from RELEVANT Magazine: https://shorturl.at/83BJP

11/17/2025

Didn't get a chance to tune into the latest Airing Addiction episode? You can catch up anytime at the link below!

Each month, hosts Lisa Blanchard and Jesse Chaison bring real, impactful conversations to the mic—sharing stories of addiction, recovery and mental health from people with lived experience as well as professionals shaping the future of care.

Be sure to follow along so you never miss an episode including our latest on peer recovery and the power of lived experience!

Tune in here:

Listen to the latest episode of Airing Addiction, a podcast about addiction topics ranging from education & awareness to treatment options & client interviews.

11/11/2025

📌 Mark your calendars for this month’s virtual family support meetings, hosted in collaboration with Magnolia Recovery Resources and Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.!

This week’s discussion will be about the recovery journey and what to expect - from early healing to long-term wellness.

The session will explore what your loved one may experience along the way, including post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS), while offering practical ways to provide support throughout each step.

📅 Wednesday, November 12 at 6:00 p.m. (ET)
📧 To join, email magnolia@spectrumhealthsystems.org for the Zoom link.

These free online sessions are open to anyone supporting a loved one through addiction and recovery.

Learn more:

Magnolia FAST© Family Support Meeting Series Every Wednesday 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM If you are a loved one, friend, or caregiver of someone with a substance use disorder, you do not have to struggle alone. Spectrum Health Systems and the New England Recovery Center are pleased to collaborate with Magn...