Ken W. came to Turnbridge in February 2013, and is currently a resident in Phase III. After years of struggling with addiction and depression, Ken made the decision to get sober in August 2012. He has since worked hard to better his outlook and improve his life. Ken was introduced to marijuana just before turning […]
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Conor D. – Overcoming a Fear of Sobriety
Connor D. successfully completed Turnbridge’s program in December of 2011, marking a milestone in his recovery efforts. After several years of halfhearted attempts to change his way of life, Connor made the personal decision to adopt a sober lifestyle and he has maintained his sobriety for two and a half years. According to Connor, he […]
NYC: Phase I Residents Take a Trip to the Big Apple
On Friday, June 7th, sixteen of Turnbridge’s Phase I residents and three staff members went down to New York City for a fun day in the Big Apple. The group started the day off with a guided tour throughout several exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and rounded out the trip with a stop […]
FROM THE PRESIDENT: Happy Summer
Dear Friends, I hope you all are ready to kick start summer – pull the beach chairs down from the top of the garage, dust off the boogie boards, and put on your favorite bathing suits. June has arrived, and at Turnbridge we plan on really diving head first into summer. May was an exciting […]
SAM C. – From Turnbridge to SCSU to The City College of NY
Sam C. successfully completed the Turnbridge program on April 1, 2012, after spending just over a year in the program. When a childhood friend died from a drug overdose, Sam made the life-changing decision to commit to the recovery process. With the help of Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living, Sam has worked hard to better […]
A FAMILY RECOVERY – Parents say son “is much more mature and optimistic.”
Lorin is the father of Ian S., a successful graduate of Turnbridge’s drug treatment program. Despite years of tension and anger from Ian, and a cross-country ordeal, the family is now on good terms and Ian is taking the necessary steps to maintain a healthy and productive life. According to Lorin, Ian began to show […]
RYAN C – From Inpatient Treatment to Turrnbridge Recovery
Ryan C. is currently a resident in Phase III of Turnbridge’s program, expecting to graduate in September. After getting kicked out of college, Ryan made the decision to seek help, and came to Turnbridge after successfully completing inpatient treatment. He is now fully committed to the recovery process and is taking the necessary steps to […]
RYAN SHEVLIN – An Unsung Hero
The Unsung Hero for this month is Ryan Shevlin, Office Manager and member of the Admissions Department. Ryan has worked for Turnbridge since December 2011, starting as Vice President Al Samaras’ assistant. Over time, Ryan has taken on more responsibilities within the company, acting as Office Manager and intake specialist. Ryan assists new residents through […]
DEEP SEA FISHING: Enjoying the Good Weather & Better Company
On Friday May 10th, twenty-nine Turnbridge residents and three staff members hit the water for their latest recreational event: deep sea fishing on a charter boat from the local Sunbeam Fleet. The group went out for a day on the Long Island Sound in the hopes of catching a few Blue Fish, and most did […]
DAVE F. – Living a Sober High Point
Dave F. is a Turnbridge graduate who came into the extended care program after successfully completing treatment at the Gosnold on Cape Cod. Although he has endured his share of bumps along the path, Dave has been successful in his recovery efforts and continues to work as a member of the Turnbridge staff in order […]