A WOMEN’S EDUCATION JOURNEY

A WOMEN’S EDUCATION JOURNEY

A WOMEN’S EDUCATION JOURNEY This coming July 1, 2020, will mark the fourth anniversary of working in the addictions and recovery field. During this time, I have had the opportunity to work with literally hundreds of substance abusers and their families. They all come...
Missing Person Turns University Graduate

Missing Person Turns University Graduate

The first time I heard Nicole’s name, I was driving to work and there was an amber alert on CKNW.  I can remember feeling sad and thankful at the same time – it’s wasn’t my daughter. Nicole was missing.  Using drugs on the downtown east side....
2019 Women Do Recover Award of Education

2019 Women Do Recover Award of Education

Congratulations to Alicia who submitted the winning essay for our Women Do Recover Award of Education.    Westminster House Douglas College Award Essay 2019 When I was younger, I had so many goals and aspirations. Anything I did I gave it 110 percent. I was a track...
Addiction Evolution

Addiction Evolution

Addiction.  What’s Changed? Watching the women come into the facility over the past decade, their issues are complex and the need for continuum of care is evident. Today, risk factors are 100X higher than 10 years ago. The rise in fatalities coupled with the long-term...
Recovery Blues : Live at the Metro

Recovery Blues : Live at the Metro

Westminster House is hosting a substance-free night of live Blues music with award-winning artists performing in support of Women in Recovery.  It all started with a couple of alumni talking about how to fundraise for post-treatment programs including attending camp...