The following video features Crossroads for Women and Milestone Foundation clients and staff singing Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at the Crossroads for Women halfway house. It may not sound perfect, but this is what recovery looks like during the holidays! [flickr video=8292214580 secret=e41ff3cc26 w=400 h=300] Video here
We are thankful to be a part of a difficult, but magical journey for women, men and families year round. Please consider donating a gift to Crossroads for Women on crossroadsme.donortools.com this season or sending a check to: 71 US Route One, Suite E, Scarborough, ME 04074. Have a safe and healthy holiday ~Crossroads for Women Board and…
The following post was written by Crossroads for Women client, Shannon S. Some clients and the program manager here at Crossroads for Women Back Cove have been volunteering at the Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA). Our volunteering there helps us to relate to our own issues while the animals get some TLC.…
Crossroads for Women is offering an aftercare outpatient therapy group for women who have completed some substance abuse treatment and are taking action to maintain their sobriety. Groups are held at Greater Portland Counseling Center in Scarborough, Maine. The Aftercare Group (TAG) provides supportive aftercare once a week. Themes of the group may include: interrupting…
Crossroads for Women and Milestone Foundation are teaming up to decorate and sell festive wreaths this holiday season in various locations around Portland and Old Orchard Beach, Maine. Crossroads for Women and Milestone Foundation – both nonprofit organizations – are getting their clients involved, using the “Wreaths for Recovery” project as a treatment tool. Clients…
Last month, we said farewell to a woman who shaped Crossroads for Women to what it is today. Darcy Boulton dedicated more than 20 years of her life to Crossroads for Women. She came to us as a client, and she left as the Director of Administrative Services. And now she has the building in…
The following post was written by Crossroads for Women client, Cat S. It was a day to remember, twelve girls, a fifteen-passenger van, a day at the Fryeburg Fair. The excitement was building days before the excursion. Twelve girls in anticipation for a day to enjoy a beautiful road trip to the fair. What would…
Following is a story of recovery written anonymously by a blog reader. We are sharing stories of recovery throughout September to celebrate Recovery Month. If you have a story to share, at any time of the year, please email [email protected]. When I was 11 years old I knew I was different than everyone else. People…
Following is a story of recovery written by Ruth Riddick. We are sharing stories of recovery throughout September to celebrate Recovery Month. If you have a story to share, please email [email protected]. What’s a nice girl like you doing in a rehab like this? That’s what I might have asked myself sitting in treat at…
Following is a story of recovery written by a Crossroads for Women client. We are sharing stories of recovery throughout September to celebrate Recovery Month. If you have a story to share, please email [email protected]. This past year has been a long ride on a “roller coaster.” There have been ups and downs. In this…
