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# SOS Recovery – Peer-based recovery support for Strafford County, NH

Peer-based recovery support for the Seacoast & Strafford County, NH

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- [‘Recovery Rally’ celebrates gains in addiction fight](https://sosrco.org/recovery-rally-celebrates-gains-in-addiction-fight/) - https://www.fosters.com/news/20190914/recovery-rally-celebrates-gains-in-addiction-fight By Karen Dandurant news@seacoastonline.com Posted Sep 14, 2019 at 6:28 PMUpdated Sep 14, 2019 at 8:34 PM DOVER — There was some rain, but the people gathered in Henry Law Park on Saturday for the second annual SOS Recovery Rally didn’t seem to mind getting wet. The event is billed as a celebration of recovery from addictions, with an underlying message that recovery
- [‘Bridge to treatment’: Dover forum to address key issues](https://sosrco.org/bridge-to-treatment-dover-forum-to-address-key-issues/) - https://www.fosters.com/news/20190912/bridge-to-treatment-dover-forum-to-address-key-issues DOVER — Public safety and social service officials will host a community forum on addiction and its connections with homelessness, mental health and other issues in the region. Dover Police Chief Bill Breault and Fire Chief Paul Haas will host the educational forum from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the
- [SOS Recovery Rally to feature local voices](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-rally-to-feature-local-voices/) - https://www.fosters.com/news/20190902/sos-recovery-rally-to-feature-local-voices Posted Sep 2, 2019 at 4:55 PM DOVER — In celebration of National Recovery Month, SOS Recovery Community Organization will be hosting its second annual Recovery Rally Saturday, Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Henry Law Park. This family-friendly event will include music and speakers featuring bands like Red Sky Mary and Scott Plante. Now in its 30th
- [Realtors, Rotarians pull together for addiction recovery](https://sosrco.org/realtors-rotarians-pull-together-for-addiction-recovery/) - https://www.fosters.com/news/20190804/realtors-rotarians-pull-together-for-addiction-recovery By Paul Briand business@seacoastonline.com Posted Aug 4, 2019 at 3:15 AM PORTSMOUTH — Realtors and Rotarians are teaming up to help address the state’s opioid crisis with an event to benefit four Seacoast programs dedicated to addiction treatment and recovery. The event is Sharing Hope, which will be held on Sept. 24, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at
- [Tri-Cities to celebrate National Night Out](https://sosrco.org/tri-cities-to-celebrate-national-night-out/) - https://www.fosters.com/news/20190801/tri-cities-to-celebrate-national-night-out By Ian Lenahan, news@fosters.com Posted Aug 1, 2019 at 7:37 PMUpdated Aug 1, 2019 at 7:37 PM Now in its 36th year, National Night Out events will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6 in Dover, Rochester and Somersworth, as well as thousands of locations around the nation. Beginning in 1984 as an annual summertime evening dedicated to celebrating community building and camaraderie, National Night
- [SOS to share grant funding from finance authority](https://sosrco.org/sos-to-share-grant-funding-from-finance-authority/) - CONCORD — The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority has awarded nearly $1 million in grant funds to support five nonprofit organizations in delivering Recovery Friendly Workplace programming. Among them is Greater Seacoast Community Health/SOS Recovery Community Organization. SOS will use the grant money to focus on a comprehensive program for recovery friendly workplaces across
- [CDFA Names Non-Profit Partners For Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative](https://sosrco.org/cdfa-names-non-profit-partners-for-recovery-friendly-workplace-initiative/) - Five New Hampshire non-profits have been named as recipients of nearly $1 million in state funding aimed at expanding addiction resources in workplaces across the state. The non-profits will use the funds, distributed by the Community Development Finance Authority, to run trainings for local business leaders and employees. The program is a key tenant of
- [Rochester restores SOS funding, nears budget adoption](https://sosrco.org/rochester-restores-sos-funding-nears-budget-adoption/) - ROCHESTER — City councilors may have wrapped up their budget amendments Tuesday night, making a variety of cuts and additions that slightly lowered the next year’s proposed operating budget while keeping it under the projected tax cap. Among Tuesday night’s notable changes was an 8-3 decision to restore $25,000 in funding for SOS Recovery Community
- [Portsmouth Rotary hosts substance abuse forum](https://sosrco.org/portsmouth-rotary-hosts-substance-abuse-forum/) - PORTSMOUTH -- The Portsmouth Rotary Club has joined with the six other New Hampshire Seacoast Rotary clubs to further the awareness and education of the opioid epidemic and substance use disorders in their communities. Each club will provide a comprehensive “Recovery with Hope & Dignity” educational forum designed to highlight system of care for people
- [Forum on combating drug abuse draws a crowd](https://sosrco.org/forum-on-combating-drug-abuse-draws-a-crowd/) - By Max Sullivan msullivan@seacoastonline.com Posted May 16, 2019 at 6:47 PMUpdated May 16, 2019 at 6:50 PM HAMPTON -- Leah Rothchild had good grades, a love for sports and a strong family who raised her to avoid any illicit drug use growing up in Stratham. Her parents shared but one drink a year during the holidays, she said. Her “perfect” middle-class upbringing, she said, did
- [Seacoast Women’s Giving Circle donates $25K to SOS](https://sosrco.org/seacoast-womens-giving-circle-donates-25k-to-sos/) - HAMPTON -- The Seacoast Women’s Giving Circle awarded SOS Recovery Community Organization a $25,000 grant that will be used to support the opening of a new recovery community center in town. Committed to improving the region’s quality of life through collective giving, SWGC was founded in 2006 by a group of women eager to use
- [Seacoast Women’s Giving Circle grants aid recovery groups](https://sosrco.org/seacoast-womens-giving-circle-grants-aid-recovery-groups/) - Posted May 9, 2019 at 9:47 PMUpdated May 9, 2019 at 9:47 PM NEW CASTLE -- The Seacoast Women's Giving Circle awarded its 2019 grants to five local nonprofit organizations at its annual Give fundraising celebration Thursday at the Portsmouth Yacht Club. Totaling more than $85,000, the awards will support area nonprofits working to address
- [Shaheen seeks $63B for drug, alcohol services](https://sosrco.org/shaheen-seeks-63b-for-drug-alcohol-services/) - SOMERSWORTH -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and a roundtable of local stakeholders stressed Monday that a new $63 billion federal bill’s substance use disorder funds must be flexible so states like New Hampshire can best help their residents. Shaheen, D-N.H., scheduled the discussion with medical providers, recovery experts and practitioners, municipal leaders and law enforcement officials
- [Hampton Recovery Community Center opens July 29](https://sosrco.org/hampton-recovery-community-center-opens-july-29/) - Posted Jul 25, 2019 at 6:23 PMUpdated Jul 25, 2019 at 6:23 PM HAMPTON -- SOS Recovery Community Organization announced this week the opening of its Hampton Recovery Community Center. The center, located at 1 Lafayette Road Unit One in Hampton, will officially open Monday. July 29. The center will initially be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. SOS is a
- [SOS Recovery official meets with Hampton selectmen](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-official-meets-with-hampton-selectmen/) - By Max Sullivan msullivan@seacoastonline.com Posted Mar 11, 2019 at 10:19 PMUpdated Mar 11, 2019 at 10:19 PM HAMPTON - Selectmen said any concerns about a new addiction recovery center coming to town are being quelled by frequent public outreach from its organizers as they met with the center’s director Monday night. Selectman Regina Barnes said she has become increasingly calmed by public forums held by
- [Sobriety ’10 times stronger’ with peer support](https://sosrco.org/sobriety-10-times-stronger-with-peer-support/) - DOVER - "John Doe," a 39-year-old Rochester man, relapsed in his recovery and was struggling while on probation from a variety of charges. He was closing in on 10 months of sobriety when he fell back into using crystal meth, his "drug of choice" and began using opiates regularly for the first time. Doe began
- [SOS to receive 2019 Harvard Pilgrim award](https://sosrco.org/sos-to-receive-2019-harvard-pilgrim-award/) - ROCHESTER — SOS Recovery Community Organization has been selected as the 2019 recipient of the Harvard Pilgrim Healthy Community Impact Award. The Harvard Pilgrim Healthy Community Impact Award recognizes a nonprofit working to increase access to care and improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities to build a stronger, more vibrant state. The award will
- [SOS Recovery eyes new location in Hampton](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-eyes-new-location-in-hampton/) - HAMPTON -- A new addiction recovery center could be coming to Route 1, its organizers saying the center would fill a void for peer-based recovery services in the Seacoast. SOS Recovery Community Organization is planning to open a recovery center at the former location of the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce near the Hampton Falls
- [Seacoast hub opening to fight opioid crisis](https://sosrco.org/seacoast-hub-opening-to-fight-opioid-crisis/) - By Mary Pat Rowland Posted Jan 1, 2019 at 7:36 PM Updated Jan 2, 2019 at 8:31 AM DOVER — A new program to combat the opioid crisis is scheduled to open Wednesday morning in Dover. The Doorway-NH, created through a state grant awarded to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and eight other sites in New Hampshire, will not directly treat patients suffering from opioid use disorder and is not
- [Top stories 2018 | No. 5: Glimmer of hope in opioid crisis](https://sosrco.org/top-stories-2018-no-5-glimmer-of-hope-in-opioid-crisis/) - New Hampshire is on track to close 2018 with its first decrease in fatal overdoses since 2012. While area recovery leaders and law enforcement officials say it's a positive sign, they stress it shouldn't obscure the fact that significant work still needs to be done regarding opioids. According to the latest drug death data from
- [SOS to host ‘Never Alone’ Christmas potluck dinner](https://sosrco.org/sos-to-host-never-alone-christmas-potluck-dinner/) - ROCHESTER — A “Never Alone Christmas Celebration and Potluck Dinner” will be hosted by SOS Recovery Community Organization from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Day, Dec. 25 at its Rochester SOS Recovery Community Center located at 63 S. Main St. Recovery meetings will be held throughout the day and a potluck dinner will
- [Council: Rochester mishandling SOS zoning enforcement](https://sosrco.org/council-rochester-mishandling-sos-zoning-enforcement/) - By Kyle Stucker Posted Sep 25, 2018 at 10:12 PM Updated Sep 26, 2018 at 10:24 AM ROCHESTER — Several members of the Rochester’s City Council say they’re not happy with how the city has handled cease and desist orders served to SOS Recovery Community Organization and Dover Adult Learning Center over a zoning issue. From the lack of communication with City Council before the order temporarily shut
- [Recovery community speaks out for SOS](https://sosrco.org/recovery-community-speaks-out-for-sos/) - ROCHESTER — More than 100 people packed City Hall on Tuesday night in response to a 64-signature community petition requesting City Council force SOS Recovery Community Organization to relocate its center from the church of a basement on South Main Street. From individuals who say they’d be dead or that the city’s opioid problem would
- [Substance-free Thanksgiving provides recovery support](https://sosrco.org/substance-free-thanksgiving-provides-recovery-support/) - DOVER — For those seeking a substance-free environment to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, Southeastern New Hampshire Drug & Alcohol Services and SOS Recovery Organization have teamed up to provide such a place. Starting Wednesday at 5 p.m. and continuing until Thursday at 4 p.m., the two organizations will provide food, a place to gather and
- [Rock the Block party helps raise awareness for addiction recovery](https://sosrco.org/rock-the-block-party-helps-raise-awareness-for-addiction-recovery/) - ROCHESTER — Lots of good old-fashioned fun was happening in the Lilac City on Sunday as SOS Recovery held their second annual Rock the Block party. SOS Recovery offers peer-based addiction recovery support and part of their goal at the event was being on hand to offer information to anyone who might be seeking help.
- [Recovery Rally speakers celebrate journey to sobriety](https://sosrco.org/recovery-rally-speakers-celebrate-journey-to-sobriety/) - DOVER — SOS Recovery Community Organization held its annual Recovery Rally at Henry Law Park on Sunday, rocking the park with music and fun, but also raising awareness about the good work they and other recovery agencies in the area are doing to lead the fight against substance abuse. John Burns, director of SOS Recovery,
- [SOS Recovery celebrates ‘invaluable’ Rochester expansion](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-celebrates-invaluable-rochester-expansion/) - ROCHESTER — For Elizabeth Atwood, it was hard not to get emotional Thursday during the grand reopening celebration of SOS Recovery Community Organization’s newly expanded Rochester Community Recovery Center. A year and a half ago, SOS was “scraping by” in Rochester on a $5,000 budget while the region’s recovery supports were incredibly limited, according to
- [Recovery centers say they need more funding to serve those in need](https://sosrco.org/recovery-centers-say-need-funding-serve-need/) - For full story and clip go here
- [Recovery experts: Misconceptions fuel addiction crisis](https://sosrco.org/recovery-experts-misconceptions-fuel-addiction-crisis/) - As treatment pathways and recovery organizations continue to grow throughout the Seacoast, so too has the number of locals questioning their effectiveness as high-profile overdose deaths are reported throughout various community channels. According to local recovery leaders, that doubt isn't just found in toxic social media commentary about the opioid crisis. It has crept into
- [Dover hospital forges partnership to provide recovery coaches](https://sosrco.org/dover-hospital-forges-partnership-provide-recovery-coaches/) - DOVER — To help individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) connect to treatment and other recovery support services, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover is partnering with SOS Recovery Community Organization (SOS RCO) to launch an initiative that pairs people at the hospital with substance use disorders with on-call recovery coaches. “Wentworth-Douglass Hospital strives to collaborate with
- [SOS Recovery receives $20k grant from CVS Health](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-receives-20k-grant-cvs-health/) - DOVER — SOS Recovery Community Organization received a $20,000 grant from CVS Health that will help it build capacity for recovery coach training and development in Strafford County. John Burns, the director of SOSRCO, said the money will be used to develop curriculum for a comprehensive motivational interviewing and ethics curriculum along with a training
- [Shaheen seeks feedback from recovery community](https://sosrco.org/shaheen-seeks-feedback-recovery-community/) - DOVER — New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Sheehan came to the SOS Recovery Community Organization office on a fact-finding mission. Shaheen, a member of the Senate’s Appropriations Committee, was seeking input from members of SOS on what is working in and what can be improved so SOS can provide better support to those recovering from their
- [SOS RCO welcomes support coordinators](https://sosrco.org/sos-rco-welcomes-support-coordinators/) - Somersworth — Deirdre Boryszewski, of Madbury, and Mark Coburn, of Rollinsford, have joined the SOS Recovery Community Organization as part-time recovery support coordinators for the organization. “We’re excited to have both Deirdre and Mark join our recovery support team. Their experience as volunteers and recovery coaches with our organization is a great asset,” says John
- [State of recovery remains top concern](https://sosrco.org/state-recovery-remains-top-concern/) - DOVER — U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan talked about the state of recovery during a crowded legislative breakfast Monday morning in Dover. The room was filled with state senators, state representatives, service providers and those in recovery from substance misuse who came together to talk about some victories in the state of recovery and some challenges
- [The holidays are tough for people in recovery](https://sosrco.org/holidays-tough-people-recovery/) - By Judi Currie jcurrie@seacoastonline.com Thursday Posted Dec 7, 2017 at 10:58 AM Updated Dec 7, 2017 at 11:02 AM Share DOVER -- The holiday season is traditionally a time for celebrating with family and friends, but for people in recovery from addiction these gatherings can present additional challenges. SOS Recovery Director John Burns and Rich Salvati, a capacity building specialist, said there are good
- [SOS to host holiday pathways recovery event, free public dinner](https://sosrco.org/sos-host-holiday-pathways-recovery-event-free-public-dinner/) - ROCHESTER - SOS Recovery Community Organization will be hosting a holiday multiple pathways recovery event on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Rochester. This will include a free potluck dinner open to the public at 2 p.m. on Christmas Day. The event will run from 6 p.m. to midnight Dec. 24 at the organization's home
- [Battle against opioid crisis persists](https://sosrco.org/battle-opioid-crisis-persists/) - By Kyle Stucker Posted Dec 29, 2017 at 1:01 PM Updated Dec 29, 2017 at 1:01 PM With New Hampshire on track to finish 2017 with fewer fatal drug overdoses than in 2016, leaders within the Seacoast's recovery community say the data gives them both relief and frustration as they continue efforts to help individuals
- [New Hampshire must innovate to end opioid crisis](https://sosrco.org/new-hampshire-must-innovate-end-opioid-crisis/) - The struggle continues. The news at the end of last year that New Hampshire remains among the top three states in the country for overdose deaths was a blow to advocates who have worked so hard to tackle this crisis. But it also shows us that there is a need to embrace innovative approaches as
- [SOS to expand Rochester Recovery Center](https://sosrco.org/sos-expand-rochester-recovery-center/) - ROCHESTER - SOS Recovery Community Organization will be expanding its space in the First Church Congregational to continue serving the recovery community and meet the increasing need for peer recovery support service. SOS Recovery Community Organization is partnering with First Church Congregational to expand the space at its Rochester center from 500 to 2,000 square
- [Rochester's Warming Center Closing, But Housing Need Remains](https://sosrco.org/rochesters-warming-center-closing-housing-need-remains/) - Over the last few weeks, a coalition of community groups and city leaders in Rochester set up an impromptu warming center as a last-ditch effort to give homeless residents a safe place to go during the recent cold snap. With this week’s warmer weather, the center’s set to close at noon Thursday. But for many,
- [Effort aims to make warming shelter permanent in Rochester](https://sosrco.org/effort-aims-make-warming-shelter-permanent-rochester/) - By Kyle Stucker Posted Dec 29, 2017 at 10:44 PM Updated Dec 30, 2017 at 8:02 AM ROCHESTER — Thanks to an enormous and ever-growing outpouring of support, the individuals operating Rochester’s new emergency warming shelter believe there’s enough momentum to transform their temporary salve into a regular occurrence to better aid local people in need. Extreme, life-threatening cold inspired the conversion of part of
- [St. John’s to host ‘Give This Christmas Away’ concert](https://sosrco.org/st-johns-host-give-christmas-away-concert/) - DOVER — Enjoy the sounds of the holiday season during the free “Give This Christmas Away” Christmas concert being presented by St. John’s United Methodist Church on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 282 Durham Road. The evening will feature ensembles, solos and desserts. A free will offering will be taken
- [Strafford County at the epicenter of Opioid Crisis](https://sosrco.org/strafford-county-epicenter-opioid-crisis/) - SOMERSWORTH — The fourth largest county in the state has the second biggest opioid problem, according to the recent state figures. The New Hampshire Drug Monitoring Initiative, a state reporting system that draws information from law enforcement, EMS and public health released a final report for 2016 as well as the latest monthly reports and
- [Rising costs scrutinized at NHBR health forum](https://sosrco.org/rising-costs-scrutinized-nhbr-health-forum/) - NH Business Review The United States is not doing enough to curb health care costs, primarily driven by unnecessary services, excess administrative costs and inefficiently delivered services, said Ed Prewitt, editorial director of NEJM Catalyst and keynote speaker at NH Business Review's Health Care Trends forum held Thursday at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord.
- [SOS calls a lifeline for addiction recovery](https://sosrco.org/sos-calls-lifeline-addiction-recovery/) - DOVER -- They're just calling to say that they love you. Giving love, support and access to resources to those in the early stages of drug addiction recovery is what a group of volunteers and employees SOS Recovery Community Organization on a daily basis through its telephone recovery support service, or TRSS. The peer-support organization
- [Lack of funding, recovery housing cited as challenges in Dover](https://sosrco.org/lack-funding-recovery-housing-cited-challenges-dover/) - DOVER — Leaders in the recovery field and their community partners discussed what challenges them Monday morning during a legislative breakfast and panel discussion at SOS Recovery Community Center in Dover. John Burns, the director of SOS Recovery, cited funding and a lack of housing for those in recovery as two of the key issues
- [SOS launches pilot program for recovery supports and Naloxone distribution at Strafford County Corrections](https://sosrco.org/sos-launches-pilot-program-recovery-supports-naloxone-distribution-strafford-county-corrections/) - Published by Manchester Union Leader Carrie Lover Conway, who works as the Strafford County criminal justice programming coordinator, said officials at the jail have been planning the voluntary programs for three to four months. The hope is inmates will choose to seek treatment for addiction issues instead of developing friendships with inmates who are negative
- [SOS Recovery Center awarded the 2017 Recovery Provider of the Year](https://sosrco.org/sos-recovery-center-awarded-the-2017-recovery-provider-of-the-year/) - SOS Recovery Center has been awarded the 2017 Recovery Provider of the Year by the NH Providers Association The NH Providers Association will be honoring SOS Recovery Center at their annual meeting. The 2017 Provider award recipients earn a beautiful trophy to honor their work and a $100 to continue their good work! Both gifts
- [SOS Recovery Community Center benefit rocks](https://sosrco.org/benefit-rocks/) - Published by Foster's Daily Democrat DOVER — The historic Strand Theater was filled with music for a cause on Sunday, a benefit to aid people who are continuing the good fight against the opioid crisis facing Granite Staters. Recovery Rocks/The Recovery Revolution was a benefit for SOS Recovery Community Centers. Currently the substance abuse disorder
- [SOS Recovery holds grand opening in Dover](https://sosrco.org/opening-dover/) - Published by Foster's Daily Democrat DOVER — Elected officials, city employees, volunteers and community members gathered on Broadway to celebrate the grand opening of the new SOS Recovery Community Organization (SOS RCO) facility in Dover on Tuesday. The facility provides another location in the Garrison City for those battling substance misuse. “It’s a great day

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- [2026 RICH Conference](https://sosrco.org/events-calendars/2026-rich-conference/) - wednesday April 22 & Thursday April 23, 2026 The 6th Annual 2026 RICH Conference is returning to the Doubletree Hotel in Manchester, NH SOS Recovery Community Organization is presenting the 6th annual RICH conference. Northeast’s premier peer-recovery & harm reduction conference. The conference will include nationally recognized keynotes that will present on innovations in peer-based
- [Carroll County Juvenile Diversion](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/carroll-county-juvenile-diversion/) - Carroll County Juvenile Diversion SOS has expanded its reach into northern New hampshire Carroll county Juvenile diversion (CCJD) CCJD is an intervention and prevention program designed to support youth in taking accountability, implementing positive changes, and continuing on to success. Using restorative justice and other evidence-based practices through a whole-person lens, our Diversion Team empowers
- [Parenting Programs](https://sosrco.org/parenting-programs/) - Parenting Programs What is The Families in Recovery Program? The Families in Recovery Program is a family-centered trauma-informed initiative designed to build nurturing parenting skills. This is a once a week for 17-week evidence-based program with proven outcomes on how to reduce substance use disorder on families, parenting, and parent-child relationships. What's In it For
- [Make a Donation](https://sosrco.org/make-a-donation/) - Make A Donation Make A DOnation Online We appreciate your support. You can also mail us a donation: SOS Recovery Community Organization - PO Box 1090 Rochester, NH 03866 Please make checks payable to: SOS Recovery Community Organization SOS Recovery community organization is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. EIN: 92-0814462 See Our Current Funders and Partners
- [Criminal Justice Recovery Programs](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/criminal-justice-recovery-programs/) - Criminal Justice Programs and Services Peer-Strength Empowering Individuals Through Peer-Recovery Support Services In The Criminal Justice System “Peer-Strength” is SOS Recovery Community Organization’s criminal justice recovery program. This initiative operates in partnership with the Department of Corrections, Strafford County Probation and Parole, Strafford County Community Corrections, and the Strafford County Drug Court. SOS is also
- [Harm Reduction Services](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/harm-reduction-services/) - Harm Reduction Services SOS is pleased to offer Harm Reduction Services.Stop in to any of our centers, during open hours, to receive naloxone, safer injection, wound supplies, safer sex supplies, Plan B and safer smoking supplies.SOS is a registered Syringe Service Provider with the State of NH, Department of Health & Human Services.Our harm reduction
- [Friends & Partners](https://sosrco.org/recovery-resources/) - Thank You Friends and Partners Our community is stronger than the sum of its parts. We are so grateful for the support from our community friends and partners. Your support is what allows us to continue this important work. Donate to SOS Funding Partners Networking Partners Program Funders SOS is thankful for these critical partners
- [Rochester, NH](https://sosrco.org/our-locations/rochester/) - Our Locations Rochester, NH Get In Touch Address New Location Coming Soon Call Us (603) 841-2350 View Rochester Events Calendar Monday Temporarily Closed Tuesday Temporarily Closed Wednesday Temporarily Closed Thursday Temporarily Closed Friday Temporarily Closed
- [Trainings](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/trainings/) - SOS Trainings Naloxone training Interested in receiving compassionate overdose prevention training? Whether you’re signing up as an individual, organizing a staff training for your organization, or coordinating a group session with a club, committee, or community group, we’ve got you covered. Fill out our form with your details, and our Harm Reduction & Outreach Supervisor, Megan
- [Dover, NH](https://sosrco.org/our-locations/dover/) - Our Locations Dover, NH Get In Touch Address 4 Broadway Dover, NH 03820 Call Us (603) 841-2350 Ext 2 View Dover Events Calendar Monday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday Closed
- [Digital Recovery Supports](https://sosrco.org/digital-recovery-supports/) - Digital Recovery Support Services We have daily recovery supports that are meant to help you in the way you need, when you need it most, from the convenience of home. All Recovery meetings are hosted on Zoom, so that you can join from a phone, computer, or tablet. Need Help? Call Us. 603-841-2350Our phones are
- [Exeter, NH](https://sosrco.org/our-locations/exeter/) - Our Locations Exeter, NH Get In Touch Address 92 Portsmouth Ave, Suite 10 Exeter, NH 03833 Call Us (603) 841-2350 View exeter Events Calendar Monday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday
- [Our Staff](https://sosrco.org/who-we-are/our-staff/) - Our Staff John Burns (He,Him), MBA, CRSW, Executive Director Read Full Bio » Maggie Weaver (she, her) Deputy Director Read Full Bio » Kristina Amyot (she, her), SHRM-CP, Human Resource Generalist Read Full Bio » Chloe Mikorski (she, her), MSW, MPA, Marketing & Development Director Read Full Bio » Mark Segal (He, Him), Executive Chef
- [Family Recovery Programs](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/family-recovery-program/) - Family Recovery Supports SOS is proud to offer weekly digital family support meetings, ongoing parenting classes, and a weekly in-person Invitation to Change (ITC) groups. These evidence-based supports help families navigate the challenges of substance use and recovery. Families In Recovery is based upon the Nurturing Families curriculums provided to us by our FO, Harbor
- [Recovery Support](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/recovery-support/) - Telephone Recovery Support SOS is pleased to offer Telephone Recovery Support! RECOVERY SUPPORT IS JUST A CALL Away. SOS provides Telephone Recovery Support Service (TRSS) calls to anyone interested in receiving support.& Remember, you're in recovery when YOU say you are. SOS support all pathways. Phone calls are between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm
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- [Get Involved](https://sosrco.org/get-involved/) - Get Involved Volunteers and members are the foundation of everything SOS Recovery Community Organization is built on. It is a critical function for our services to stay current, relevant and robust. Our model is one built on members coming in receiving services, and then having the opportunity to be empowered to volunteer and lead our
- [Recovery Rally 2025](https://sosrco.org/events-calendars/rally-2025/) - Join us for our 7th Annual Recovery Rally sunday september 7th, 2025Henry law park - dover, NH11AM-3pm Become a Sponsor Become an exhibitor Please RSVP with Mobilize Recovery if you plan to attend We have reserved Henry Law Park in Dover, NH for our 7th annual Recovery Rally happening Sunday September 7th 2025!!! Join
- [Recovery Support Services](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/recovery-support-services/) - Recovery Support Services FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY, BY PEOPLE IN RECOVERY​ RECOVERY SUPPORT & COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES AND RESOURCES. SOS peer support specialists offer recovery supports and help with obtaining community-based services and resources, while providing hope and positive role modeling. Our peers also work with peers to develop their own individual recovery plans. Get In
- [Our Mission & Vision](https://sosrco.org/who-we-are/who-we-areour-mission-vision/) - SOSRCO Mission and Vision Our Mission The mission of SOS Recovery Community Organization is to support all people affected by substance use with peer-based solutions and advocacy to reduce the harm and stigma of drugs. Our Vision SOS Recovery Community Organization envisions a world where recovery is widely embraced through low-barrier access to inclusive and
- [Volunteer Code of Ethics](https://sosrco.org/get-involved/volunteer-code-of-ethics/) - Volunteer Code of Ethics Conduct Do not exploit personal relationships within SOS for personal gain.Do not under any circumstances sexually exploit or harass other individuals.Do not act in any way that violates the civil, legal, or ethical rights of others.Work to resist gossip, hearsay, and rumorsRemember that in the eyes of the general public, we
- [Our Board of Directors](https://sosrco.org/who-we-are/our-advisory-board/) - Our Board of Directors Charles Mancuso – Chair Read Full Bio » Lisa A. Leach, CNMT, MHA, Vice-Chair Read Full Bio » Bradford Paige, Treasurer Read Full Bio » Elizabeth Cushing Read Full Bio » Jim Duffy Read Full Bio » Lara Drolet Read Full Bio » Yvette Frost Read Full Bio » John Iudice,
- [Recovery Friendly Workplace](https://sosrco.org/recovery-friendly-workplace/) - RECOVERY FRIENDY WOrKPLACE INITIATIVE Led by Governor Chris Sununu, New Hampshire’s “Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative” empowering workplaces to provide support for people recovering from substance use disorder. The Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative gives business owners the resources and support they need to foster a supportive environment that encourages the success of their employees in recovery.
- [Advocacy](https://sosrco.org/what-we-do/advocacy/) - Advocacy Change. It starts with you. FOCUSED ON PUTTING A POSITIVE FACE TO RECOVERY ADVOCACY. SOS Recovery Community Organization is part of a social movement led by people in recovery from substance use and their allies aimed at altering public and professional attitudes and reducing stigma and harms in the community. Call Us now -
- [Our 2024 Sponsors!](https://sosrco.org/events-calendars/2026-rich-conference/our-2024-sponsors/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization expresses sincere gratitude to everyone who has supported us and our mission. This has enabled us to deliver crucial services to the most vulnerable individuals in our communities. Your generosity and kindness are making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we assist. Interested in learning how you can
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## Staff

- [Megan Merrill (she/her), Harm Reduction & Outreach Supervisor](https://sosrco.org/staff/megan-merrill/) - Megan is a woman in long-term recovery and a harm reduction advocate who leads with compassion, empathy, and lived experience. Having navigated her own journey through substance use and homelessness, Megan brings a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals often left unheard. Her experiences have fueled a passion for meeting people where they
- [Karvin Demby (he, him), Recovery Center Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/karvin-demby/) - Karvin’s journey with SOS comes full circle. After first engaging with SOS as a client, then as a volunteer, and now serving as staff, he brings powerful lived experience to his role. Having utilized SOS while navigating drug court, Karvin shows up unapologetically as a peer, someone who truly understands what it takes to make
- [Mark Segal (He, Him), Executive Chef & General Manager, Fold'd Community Diner](https://sosrco.org/staff/mark-segal/) - Mark Segal is currently the Chef and GM of Fold’d Community Diner in Somersworth, NH
- [Danielle Sloane (she, her), CRSW, Family Recovery Support Supervisor](https://sosrco.org/staff/danielle-sloane-she-her-family-recovery-support-supervisor/) - Danielle is a person in recovery and serves as a Family Support Supervisor at SOS. She is a full-time mom to her seven children and has been happily married for eight years. Before joining SOS, Danielle worked as support staff at her local family shelter, where she developed a strong passion for helping families in
- [Logan Miner (she, her), Family and Adolescent Peer Advocate](https://sosrco.org/staff/logan-miner/) - Logan brings both personal and family experiences to her work. Her lived experience allows her to connect authentically with the families she supports, offering empathy, understanding, and hope. Each day, Logan is committed to walking alongside families as they navigate complex systems, providing not just resources, but genuine guidance and encouragement. She is especially passionate
- [Caitlin Lewis (she, her), CRSW, Recovery Engagement Manager](https://sosrco.org/staff/caitlin-lewis/) - Caitlin is a mother in long-term recovery. She joined SOS in November 2022 as a Family Recovery Support Coordinator. She is passionate about her work within the community. She is currently a full-time student at Southern New Hampshire University earning a bachelor’s degree in Human Services with concentration in substance use disorder. As a new
- [Chloe Mikorski (she, her), MSW, MPA, Marketing & Development Director](https://sosrco.org/staff/chloe-mikorski/) - Chloe Mikorski is a dual-degree Master of Social Work and Master of Public Administration graduate from West Virginia University and a dedicated advocate for recovery, equity, and social justice. Growing up in West Virginia, the opioid crisis and systemic targeting of rural communities shaped her commitment to helping others through recovery-focused work. She brings experience
- [Eileen Doyle (she, her), MST, CRSW, Training Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/eileen-lawton-sheher-training-coordinator/) - Eileen Doyle, MST, CRSW, is the Training Coordinator at SOS Recovery Community Organization. A person in long-term recovery and a family member, Eileen oversees the training department at SOS. She regularly facilitates CRSW Training Series and develops curriculums and trains a variety of courses offered by SOS including Motivational Interviewing. She has completed Motivational Interviewing
- [Kaden Taylor (he, him), Family Recovery Support Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/kaden-taylor/) - Kaden brings compassion, lived experience, and a healthy dose of humor to his role at SOS Recovery. Raised in the Seacoast and now living in New Durham, he has faced homelessness, poverty, mental health challenges, domestic violence, juvenile justice involvement, and being a child of an incarcerated parent raised in foster care. His path into
- [Megan Tappan (she, her), Criminal Justice Recovery Support Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/megan-tappan/) - As a person in long-term recovery with lived experience in the criminal justice system, Megan is deeply passionate about supporting others who are navigating recovery and justice involvement. Over the past several years, she has worked at a peer support agency, gaining extensive experience and completing numerous trainings and certifications in the recovery field. Megan
- [Sam MacKenzie (she, they), Recovery Center Lead](https://sosrco.org/staff/sam-mackenzie/) - Sam brings over a decade of lived experience and five years of professional work in harm reduction to their role at SOS. With a philosophy grounded in compassion, dignity, and justice, Sam shows up deeply committed to meeting people where they’re at. Her past work includes managing a harm reduction respite for women and trans
- [Nate Rabbitt (he, him), Recovery Center Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/nate-rabbitt/) - Nate brings extensive experience in behavioral health and operations management to his role at SOS, having served as Director of Housing for Bonfire Behavioral Health and Director of Operations at The KISH House (Home Sober Living). He is passionate about peer support, sober living, and criminal justice, and he shows up every day committed to
- [Maggie Weaver (she, her)                                       Deputy Director](https://sosrco.org/staff/maggie-padgett-she-her-director-of-operations/) - Maggie is a person who strives to create joy each and every day. She is passionate about working to improve systems for our most vulnerable community members and has spent the last seven years doing just that. When not working, you can find her spending time with her family, cooking, or out on the trails
- [Jen Robinson (she, they), Recovery Center Coordinator](https://sosrco.org/staff/jen-robinson/) - Jen brings lived experience, compassion, and creativity to her role at SOS Recovery. Originally from Massachusetts and now living in North Hampton, NH, Jen uses her personal journey to support others in recovery, those experiencing homelessness, and anyone seeking holistic healing. She is especially passionate about fostering wellness and community connection. Jen currently leads a
- [John Burns (He,Him), MBA, CRSW, <br> Executive Director](https://sosrco.org/staff/john-burns-crsw-director/) - John is a person in long term recovery and has a family member in recovery. He is the father of two daughters and three grandchildren and is a guardian caregiver for one of his grandsons. John has his MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. He has been a volunteer and advocate in the community with
- [Kristina Amyot (she, her), SHRM-CP, Human Resource Generalist](https://sosrco.org/staff/kristina-amyot-she-her-human-resources-executive-assistant/) - Kristina is a woman in long-term recovery and a mom of three. She has spent the last three years trying to become the best version of herself in an effort to be self-aware and present for her children. Kristina is dedicated to consistently promoting a learning environment for herself and her team. Kristina is a

## Advisory Board

- [Caitlin McGrath-Levesque](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/caitlin-mcgrath-levesque/) - Caitlin McGrath Levesque is the Executive Director and co-founder of Red’s Good Vibes, a volunteer-run nonprofit built on a simple belief: compassion works best when it comes without conditions. What began as a deeply personal loss became a movement grounded in trust, dignity, and community care. Under Caitlin’s leadership, Red’s Good Vibes has served over
- [John Iudice, LICSW, MLADC](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/john-ludice/) - John Iudice has worked for the last 22 years with adults and adolescents with substance use and mental health problems in a variety of settings, including inpatient detox programs, residential programs, outpatient, intensive outpatient, and medication assisted treatment programs. He has in depth knowledge of the behavioral healthcare system, insurance plan coverage, and various treatment
- [Yvette Frost](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/yvette-frost/) - Yvette is a Premium Administration Analyst for Benefits at FedPoint which administers employee benefits for the federal government. Throughout her career she has been introduced to many groups in the area and she tries to volunteer or become involved in local events and opportunities at least once every few months. Yvette is also a member
- [Bradford Paige, Treasurer](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/bradford-paige/) - Brad Paige joined our board in January of 2023 and was elected treasurer of the board shortly therafter. Brad has been pivotal in his work with supporting the recovery community and recovery friendly workplace initiatives. He retired from Kennebunk Savings Bank in 2024 and was with them since 1998. He was appointed President and Chief
- [Elizabeth Cushing](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/elizabeth-cushing/) - Elizabeth Cushing was born and raised in Hampton, NH. Since 2015, she has worked as a Staff Investigator for the NH Public Defender. Elizabeth became interested in helping SOS Recovery Center after seeing the effects of substance use disorder on family members, friends, and clients. She currently resides and works in Dover, NH, and joined
- [Jim Duffy](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/jim-duffy/) - Jim Duffy credits longevity in personal recovery to the world of harm reduction. After several years of working in outreach and syringe service programs in the Boston area, Duffy has turned his focus to promoting novel harm reduction interventions through Smoke Works, securing data-driven interventions such as injection alternatives for SSPS nationwide. As a former drug
- [Charles Mancuso - Chair](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/charles-mancuso-vice-chair/) - Chuck has volunteered with several organizations over the last 40 years while working at Comcast. He has been a member of the Dover Crimeline BOD since 1993 and currently serves as the Board’s secretary. Chuck served as a member of SOS’s Advisory Board since 2018 and then became a founding board member when SOS separated
- [Lara Drolet](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/lara-drolet/) - Lara Drolet joined Greater Seacoast Community Health in 2009. She currently serves as both the Chief Strategy Officer for the organization as well as the Director of the Strafford County Public Health Network. Lara has an extensive background in Public Relations and has held PR management positions in both fortune 500 companies as well as
- [Lisa A. Leach, CNMT, MHA, Vice-Chair](https://sosrco.org/advisory_board/lisa-a-leach-cnmt-mha/) - Lisa earned her undergraduate degree in Biology concentrating in Nuclear Medicine Technology with Salem State College in 1995, and is a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist. She also holds a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration from New England College and is Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified. She was elected to the Vice-Chair of the advisory

## Awards

- [Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit of the Year 2021](https://sosrco.org/awards/greater-dover-chamber-of-commerce-non-profit-of-the-year-2021/)
- [The Exeter Area Chamber Small Non-Profit of the Year Award 2021](https://sosrco.org/awards/the-exeter-area-chamber-small-non-profit-of-the-year-award-2021/)
- [The Falls Chamber Non-Profit of the Year 2020](https://sosrco.org/awards/the-falls-chamber-non-profit-of-the-year-2020/)
- [Granite State Award by Granite State College](https://sosrco.org/awards/granite-state-award-by-granite-state-college/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization has been named a recipient of the 2020 Granite State Award by Granite State College for providing extraordinary and innovative services which greatly benefit the State. The Granite State awards are conferred by each school within the University System of NH. The Board of Trustees recognize leaders of business, industry, agriculture,
- [Harvard Pilgrim Healthy Community Impact Award](https://sosrco.org/awards/harvard-pilgrim-healthy-community-impact-award/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization has been selected as the 2019 recipient of the Harvard Pilgrim Healthy Community Impact Award. The Harvard Pilgrim Healthy Community Impact Award recognizes a nonprofit working to increase access to care and improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities to build a stronger, more vibrant state.

## Events

- [Support Group for Fathers in Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/support-group-for-fathers-in-recovery/) - Fatherhood in recovery comes with its own challenges & you don’t have to navigate them alone. This weekly support group is specifically for fathers in recovery. This laid-back space is all about connection, conversation, and recharging alongside other dads who get it.
- [Parenting Class for Fathers in Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/parenting-program-for-fathers-in-recovery/) - Our Parenting Program for Fathers in Recovery is a weekly group designed to support fathers in building strong, healthy relationships with their children. Grounded in the evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Program curriculum, the group focuses on developing positive parenting skills, emotional awareness, and nurturing family connections as alternatives to harmful or ineffective practices. Fathers are encouraged
- [Art Therapy Hour](https://sosrco.org/events/event/art-therapy-hour/) - Art Therapy Hour is a weekly, guided creative space where participants can explore self-expression, reflection, and connection through art. Each session offers a different low-pressure activity, such as intuitive drawing, vision boards, zine-making, collaborative art, or mask-making. These activities are designed to support emotional processing and personal insight. No artistic experience is required; all materials
- [All Recovery Meeting](https://sosrco.org/events/event/all-recovery-meeting/) - All Recovery Meetings are discussion groups based on universal recovery topics. They are open to anyone who is challenged by addiction, affected by someone else’s addiction and to supporters of recovery in general. All Recovery Meetings embrace all pathways of recovery and end in positive affirmations.
- [SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/smart-recovery-3/) - Join us in Exeter every Monday and Friday at 3:30pm for SMART Recovery, a science-based, peer-led program that helps participants build motivation, manage thoughts and behaviors, and maintain a balanced life. Open to anyone seeking support in recovery.
- [Women's Wednesday Journal & Recharge](https://sosrco.org/events/event/womens-wednesday-journal-recharge/) - Join us every Wednesday at 3pm in the Exeter SOS Center for our Women’s Journal & Recharge Group! This supportive, trans-inclusive, peer-led space uses journaling to build motivation, self-awareness, and resilience. Take a moment to pause, reflect, and recharge midweek. All women are welcome!
- [Women's Wellness Group](https://sosrco.org/events/event/womens-wellness-group/) - Join us every Friday at 1-2pm for our Women’s Wellness Group, a peer-led space to connect, share, and explore topics like self-care, life balance, healthy lifestyles, and positive relationships. Come as you are, all women welcome!
- [Invitation to Change (ITC) Family Support Group](https://sosrco.org/events/event/invitation-to-change-itc-family-support-group/) - The Invitation to Change (ITC) group offered in our Dover center on Monday's at 5:30pm, provides education, compassion, and community for family members and loved ones affected by substance use. Grounded in evidence-based practices, ITC helps participants learn effective communication skills, self-care strategies, and ways to support change with kindness and understanding.
- [SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/smart-recovery-2/) - SOS now offers SMART Recovery meetings Monday–Friday, 12:30-1:30pm at our Dover Center. SMART Recovery is a science-based program that helps people build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and live a balanced life. This peer-led meeting is open to anyone seeking support for recovery from substance use or other addictive behaviors.
- [Invitation to Change (Family Support)](https://sosrco.org/events/event/invitation-to-change-family-support/)
- [4:30pm Hybrid Yoga in Recovery (Hybrid)](https://sosrco.org/events/event/11am-hybrid-yoga-in-recovery-in-person-online/) - Our friends at Yoga in Action will begin IN-PERSON yoga classes at our Rochester center! This will also be available virtually if you do not feel comfortable coming in person. This is a free event and open to the public! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6875642179 (video optional if choosing to participate via zoom)
- [2pm All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/3275/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [6pm All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/6pm-all-recovery-meeting/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [10:30am All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/10am-all-recovery/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [10am All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/10am-all-recovery-3/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [11am All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/11am-all-recovery-meeting/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [2pm All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/2pm-all-recovery-meeting-3/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [2pm All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/2pm-all-recovery-meeting-4/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [3pm Hybrid Journaling Group](https://sosrco.org/events/event/300pm-journaling-group/) - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87204627976?pwd=SUZONVN4TUp5NllqT09tWWFlRU8wQT09 A RECOVERY MEETING THAT OFFERS UNIQUE WIRITING PROMPTS TO GET THE THINKING GOING AND CONVERSATION FLOWING. Materials provided No writing experience needed. Your journal is for your eyes only. Sharing is optional. Come meet new friends and learn journaling techniques to help you bring more focus, clarity and creativity to your life
- [5pm Hybrid Journaling Group](https://sosrco.org/events/event/5pm-journaling-group/) - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87204627976?pwd=SUZONVN4TUp5NllqT09tWWFlRU8wQT09 A RECOVERY MEETING THAT OFFERS UNIQUE WIRITING PROMPTS TO GET THE THINKING GOING AND CONVERSATION FLOWING. Materials provided No writing experience needed. Your journal is for your eyes only. Sharing is optional. Come meet new friends and learn journaling techniques to help you bring more focus, clarity and creativity to your life
- [11am Acupuncture: Dover](https://sosrco.org/events/event/acupuncture-dover-11-1pm/) - SOS Recovery is excited to welcome back FREE acupuncture to our schedule. 1st Friday of each month During an acupuncture session, paper-thin needles are inserted into five different points of the ear. It only takes about 1-2 minutes for the practitioner to insert the needles. Then, the participant sits silently for about 30 minutes, usually
- [7pm Rochester Circle of Hope Family Support Group (hybrid)](https://sosrco.org/events/event/7pm-rochester-circle-of-hope-family-support-group-hybrid/) - This meeting will be offered in person and also digitally through zoom. We provide support to adult family members with loved ones experiencing Substance Use Disorder. We value the confidentiality and privacy of our group members. It is our belief that family needs recovery just as much as their loved ones given that self-care can
- [Art in Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/art-in-recovery/)
- [11am Art in Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/11am-art-in-recovery/)
- [3:30pm Recovery Dharma](https://sosrco.org/events/event/330pm-recovery-dharma/) - Recovery Dharma uses the Buddhist practices of meditation, self-inquiry, wisdom, compassion, and community as tools for recovery and healing. It is believed that recovery is about finding your own inner wisdom and your own path. "We are a peer-led movement and community that is unified by our trust in the potential of each of
- [3pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/3pm-smart-recovery-2/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. “Higher Power” is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [3pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/3pm-smart-recovery-3/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. “Higher Power” is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [1pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/1pm-smart-recovery-2/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. "Higher Power" is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [3pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/3pm-smart-recovery/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. "Higher Power" is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [1pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/1pm-smart-recovery/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. "Higher Power" is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [3pm SMART Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/smart-recovery/) - Self-Management and Recovery Training. SMART recovery is a an alternative to 12 step-based meetings. It is more science based and goal oriented. "Higher Power" is not required, although SMART does support multiple pathways of recovery! It helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: substance use disorder, gambling issues and activities. The 4-Point Program
- [11am Acupuncture: Rochester](https://sosrco.org/events/event/11am-acupuncture-rochester/) - SOS Recovery is excited to welcome back FREE acupuncture to our schedule. 2nd Friday of each month During an acupuncture session, paper-thin needles are inserted into five different points of the ear. It only takes about 1-2 minutes for the practitioner to insert the needles. Then, the participant sits silently for about 30 minutes, usually
- [3:30pm Relative Caregiver Recharge Group (Hybrid)](https://sosrco.org/events/event/330pm-relative-caregiver-recharge-group-hybrid/) - This program is for grandparents, aunts, uncles or other relatives, or even close family friends who are raising children that are not their own. Kinship caregiving happens when a child’s parents are unable to meet their family’s needs. Kinship care helps children maintain connection to family members, and in some cases even schools and communities,
- [Recovery Rally 2021](https://sosrco.org/events/event/recovery-rally-2021/)
- [2pm All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/event/2pm-all-recovery/) - An All Recovery meeting is open to any who are dealing with substance use, mental health concerns, disordered eating, as well as any other quality of life concerns or behavioral health disorders. At an All-Recovery meeting, all pathways in recovery are supported and celebrated. We also welcome those who support the recovery lifestyle, and those
- [Motivational Interviewing: The Basics for Recovery Coaching](https://sosrco.org/events/event/motivational-interviewing-the-basics-for-recovery-coaching-may-2019-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Register Here When: Friday December 6, 2019 Class: 9am- 4PM 2nd day: Saturday December 7th 9-4PM Where: SOS Rochester Recovery Community Center, 63 S. Main St. Rochester This course has been approved by SOS Recovery Community Organization, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 11 CE. NAADAC Provider #185501, SOS Recovery Community Organization is
- [HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis Prevention for Peer Recovery Coaches w/ TOT](https://sosrco.org/events/event/hiv-aids-and-hepatitis-prevention-for-peer-recovery-coaches-april-2019/) - REGISTER HERE Friday November 22nd 9am - 4:30pm SOS Recovery Community Center, 63 S Main St. Rochester, NH 03867 Training of Trainers required to stay 4:45-6:45pm Participants will be able to definite and identify the differences between HIV and AIDS Understand and differentiate between myths and facts about transmission of HIV and AIDS Understand
- [SOS Suicide Prevention for Peer Recovery Coaches w/ TOT](https://sosrco.org/events/event/suicide-prevention-for-peer-recovery-coaches-hampton-falls-april-2019/) - Register Here Suicide Prevention for peer recovery coaches focuses on prevention and intervention training using key strategies from evidence based national suicide prevention and intervention strategies. This classes focuses on stigma and recovery community strategies that promote community wide responses to suicide prevention. This program is open to all peer recovery coaches and recovery
- [CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches](https://sosrco.org/events/event/ccar-ethical-considerations-for-recovery-coaches/) - Register Here Become confident, effective, and safe in your recovery support work. Peer-based recovery support services play a crucial role in New Hampshire's response to the current addiction epidemic. Over 2000 Recovery Coaches have been trained nation-wide using the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy curriculum. The issue of ethics in peer-based service delivery is briefly discussed
- [CCAR Recovery Coach Academy/Advanced Recovery Coach Academy](https://sosrco.org/events/event/jan-2019-ccar-recovery-coach-academy-advanced-recovery-coach-bootcamp/) - Register Here SOS Recovery Community Organization announces CCAR Recovery Coach Academy AND the Advanced Recovery Coach Boot Camp Option! Read below to see more info but you can take RCA as stand-alone as follows or you can take advanced recovery coach bootcamp which is 6 courses over 11 weeks. This is a 4 day Recovery Coach
- [Motivational Interviewing: The Basics for Recovery Coaching May 2019](https://sosrco.org/events/event/motivational-interviewing-the-basics-for-recovery-coaching-may-2019-3/) - About the Training: This two-day training is an introduction to the evidence-based clinical method of Motivational Interviewing, an effective approach in the care of working in peer recovery coaching. This class will provide recovery coaches and participants with an opportunity to explore creative ways of integrating these approaches. Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered, evidence-based, directive
- [Motivational Interviewing: The Basics for Recovery Coaching May 2019](https://sosrco.org/events/event/motivational-interviewing-the-basics-for-recovery-coaching-may-2019/) - Details When: Friday May 10th registration 8:30am-9am Class:9am- 4PM 2nd day: Sat May 11th 9-4PM Where: First Baptist Church of Hampton Falls, 3 Lincoln Ave. Hampton Falls, NH About the Training: This two-day training is an introduction to the evidence-based clinical method of Motivational Interviewing, an effective approach in the care of working in peer
- [CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches Hosted by SOS. Hampton...](https://sosrco.org/events/event/ccar-ethical-considerations-for-recovery-coaches-hosted-by-sos-hampton/) - First Baptist Church of Hampton Falls 3 Lincoln Ave., Hampton Falls, New Hampshire 03842 Details Become confident, effective, and safe in your recovery support work. Peer-based recovery support services play a crucial role in New Hampshire's response to the current addiction epidemic. Over 2000 Recovery Coaches have been trained nation-wide using the CCAR Recovery Coach
- [RCA](https://sosrco.org/events/event/rca-4/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization announces CCAR Recovery Coach Academy AND the Advanced Recovery Coach Boot Camp Option! This is a 4 day Recovery Coach Academy with Friday/Saturday Schedule (We've condensed 5 days into 4 longer ones):
- [RCA](https://sosrco.org/events/event/rca-3/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization announces CCAR Recovery Coach Academy AND the Advanced Recovery Coach Boot Camp Option! This is a 4 day Recovery Coach Academy with Friday/Saturday Schedule (We've condensed 5 days into 4 longer ones):
- [RCA](https://sosrco.org/events/event/rca-2/) - SOS Recovery Community Organization announces CCAR Recovery Coach Academy AND the Advanced Recovery Coach Boot Camp Option! This is a 4 day Recovery Coach Academy with Friday/Saturday Schedule (We've condensed 5 days into 4 longer ones):
- [Motivational Interviewing: The Basics for Recovery Coaching Feb 2019](https://sosrco.org/events/event/motivational-interviewing-the-basics-for-recovery-coaching-feb-2019/) - Feb 14 at 9 AM – Feb 15 at 4 PM SOS Rochester Recovery Community Center 63 S Main Street, Rochester, New Hampshire 03867 Get Tickets Full Price General Public Sales end on Feb 11 at 6 PM $75.00 SOS Recovery Coaches (Must have completed RCA and Ethics and volunteered for SOS) Sales end on
- [Suicide Prevention for Peer Recovery Coaches Feb 2019](https://sosrco.org/events/event/suicide-prevention-for-peer-recovery-coaches-feb-2019/) - Suicide Prevention for peer recovery coaches focuses on prevention and intervention training using key strategies from evidence based national suicide prevention and intervention strategies. This classes focuses on stigma and recovery community strategies that promote community wide responses to suicide prevention. This program is open to all peer recovery coaches and recovery support workers Thursday
- [Dover SOS: The Impact of Compassion Fatigue in Human Service Work](https://sosrco.org/events/event/dover-sos-the-impact-of-compassion-fatigue-in-human-service-work/) - The Impact of Compassion Fatigue in Human Service Work Register Here Compassion Fatigue is real and prevalent for those working in the human services field or any other role that is focused on caring for others. It is now considered an organizational contagion. Its insidious quality can corrode the individual’s emotional, mental and physical health.

## Categories

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## Venues

- [DOVER](https://sosrco.org/events/venues/dover/)
- [ROCHESTER](https://sosrco.org/events/venues/rochester/)
- [Special Events and Training](https://sosrco.org/events/venues/special-events/)
- [Exeter](https://sosrco.org/events/venues/exeter/)

## Categories

- [All Recovery](https://sosrco.org/events/category/recovery/)
- [Mindfulness](https://sosrco.org/events/category/mindfulness/)
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- [Offsite](https://sosrco.org/events/category/offsite/)
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- [Art](https://sosrco.org/events/category/art/)
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- [Guardians](https://sosrco.org/events/category/guardians/)
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- [Dharma](https://sosrco.org/events/category/dharma/)
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- [Invitation to Change (ITC)](https://sosrco.org/events/category/invitation-to-change-itc/)
- [For Women](https://sosrco.org/events/category/for-women/)
- [For Men](https://sosrco.org/events/category/for-men/)

## Events Locations

- [Dover](https://sosrco.org/locations/dover/)
- [Rochester](https://sosrco.org/locations/rochester/)
- [Special Events and Training](https://sosrco.org/locations/special-events/)
- [Dover](https://sosrco.org/locations/dover-special-events/)
- [Exeter](https://sosrco.org/locations/exeter-exeter/)
- [Hampton](https://sosrco.org/locations/hampton-2/)
- [Henry Law Park](https://sosrco.org/locations/henry-law-park/)
- [Exeter](https://sosrco.org/locations/exeter/)