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Alumni & Continued Support

At EMEND New Haven, recovery does not end at discharge. Our Alumni Department is a dedicated extension of the treatment experience, offering ongoing connection, support, and accountability long after clients leave our facilities.
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    Experience The Value of Alumni Programs

    Treatment provides the foundation, and community sustains recovery. Alumni programs play a critical role in improving long-term outcomes.

  • Experience The Value of Alumni Programs

    Clients transition from structured inpatient treatment into a supportive network that reinforces healthy habits, coping skills, and accountability. Alumni services serve as a bridge between clinical care and long-term recovery.

  • Reducing Relapse Risk

    Regular check-ins, peer mentorship, and recovery-focused activities ensure that alumni receive consistent support when challenges arise. This prevents clients from feeling abandoned once treatment ends.

  • Building Recovery Capital

    Recovery involves more than abstinence. It requires social, emotional, and community resources that help individuals thrive. Strong alumni networks increase recovery capital by fostering purpose, identity, and meaningful connection.

  • Supporting Treatment Outcomes

    Alumni engagement improves facility reputation, increases client retention, and significantly boosts referrals. Some organizations report that as much as 50 percent of referrals come from alumni relationships.

We’re Here For What’s Next

Our Alumni Team offers comprehensive and compassionate support designed to help former clients continue progressing in their recovery journey.

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  • Regular Check-Ins

    • Phone calls, text messages, and emails
    • Encrypted communication for privacy
    • Alumni support hotline for direct access to help and connection

  • Support Groups and Meetings

    • Virtual and in-person alumni groups
    • Monthly and quarterly sober activities
    • Educational workshops and guest speakers

  • Peer Mentorship

    • One-on-one peer coaching after treatment
    • Support for attending the first AA or NA meeting
    • Guidance from individuals with lived recovery experience

  • Practical Resources

    • Housing and employment options
    • Community service opportunities
    • Referrals for local recovery services
    • Support and connection for families

Continued Support Makes A Real Difference

Alumni programs are not simply aftercare. They are an essential component of sustained recovery. A strong alumni community:

  • Strengthens recovery outcomes

  • Reduces relapse

  • Builds a sense of belonging and purpose

  • Supports value-based care initiatives

  • Helps establish the facility as a center of excellence for long-term recovery

Client Testimonials

The voices of those who have walked this path speak louder than anything we could say.

  • Best experience I’ve had in treatment! The only time it’s stuck it’s been almost 3 years and I’m still not using! I thank this place everyday for what it’s done for me

    Vana Steele

  • Great place for recovery, life restructuring, and learning resilience with mental health issues, abuse, and addiction. Glad that this facility was the start of my journey to a life of peace and serenity.

    Wendy Siegert

  • This program is one of a kind. They have an awesome team that showed me love and made me feel at home since day one. Restoration Recovery gave me all the tools and coping skills I need to continue in my sobriety. I feel like a whole new person. Thanks RRC!

    Gabriel Hernandez

  • This was an amazing experience from a bad situation. Everyone was kind and knowledgeable and the entire staff had been through this too. I learned so much from being there.

    Tim Hicks

  • This was my second stint at RRC within the last 5 months and I couldn’t have dreamed of a better experience. When I relapsed I told my self I’m only going one place because I knew the staff is great and the overall experience is the best when it comes to any rehab facility. From my case manager to my therapist to the chefs to every single staff/nurse/tech employee is welcoming and willing to share their story and make the overall experience comfortable and productive.

    Marcus Howard

  • This was my first rehab experience, and God willing my last one. The experience was great. I did not know what to expect, and as a cook, was concerned how the food would be. It is an amazing program. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They themselves are also people in recovery, which I can only imagine makes a huge difference. I know it did for me. I enjoyed my time there, best decisions I ever made. I was able to learn a lot about myself, addiction, and came away with a great set of tools to help me on my journey of recovery. They have great group settings, outings, and meetings every night. A combination of AA and NA. The yard is very nice, and there are several activities you can do when you do have down time. They keep you busy, that helped me a lot. Also the food was Amazing!! I would highly recommend this place if you or someone you know is interested in rehab!

    James Ollerton

  • Excellent, compassionate staff. They helped see me through a very trying time not just mentally, but where I was greatly struggling with my physical health as well. I came out much better than I went in.

    Liam Davis

  • Coming into their program, I had no idea what heads or tails were. They were very gentle with me very kind. They continued to reach out to me. In many different ways the staff was fantastic. The cook all the help, the leaders. The therapists were just very wonderful kind patient people I would go there if it was a peace getaway. I told my friend that it should be a little mini Resort for when you’re just overwhelmed to go check-in for a week. They were great people. I’m pretty sure they helped save me period. Thank you so much.

    Vikki Raymond

  • I appreciate the opportunity to get out of my day to day routine and reset here even when I’m was out of my comfort zone. Joy and Lea are amazing case managers and have their hearts in the right place. The staff also do their best to support the clients especially with limitations. Love to see this facility grow and excited to grow with them!

    Lauren Contreras

  • Miss Emend New Haven “that part” will always hold a special place in my heart ❤️

    Eugene Torres

  • Camille , Joy, Paul (the chef) and Leah are the main reasons why im still sober today. I’m so thankful for Emend New Haven. The food is AMAZING, and case managers actually care about you. They tender to your individual needs and go above and beyond for you. I would highly recommend Emend New Haven for anyone who is in need of help. Get yourself right. Godspeed.

    Jordan Garza

  • Happy to have found Emend New Haven, it’s a great recovery program that did wonders and the staff is an amazing support system for my husband.

    Jessica Loreene

  • Thank you for all the support and encouragement!! Great STAFF and TEAM that really care about recovery! 🙏❤️

    I recommend you go!!!
    (don’t judge a book by its cover)

    if it’s what you’re life is asking for… give it a chance like I did and you’ll see what great things sobriety can offer you!!

    Lon Mariage

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Have questions about our programs or how treatment works? Find answers to the most common questions below to help you feel informed and confident in your next steps toward recovery.

    At Emend New Haven, we offer medically supervised detox and residential treatment for adults struggling with substance use and mental health conditions. Our programs provide structured, around-the-clock care in a safe and supportive environment.

    Length of stay varies based on your individual needs and treatment progress. Detox typically lasts several days, while residential treatment generally ranges from 30 to 90 days. Your care team will work with you to determine the right timeline.

    Yes. We work with most major insurance providers. Our admissions team can verify your coverage and walk you through your options before you arrive.

    We recommend bringing comfortable clothing, personal hygiene items, and any prescribed medications in their original containers. Our admissions team will provide a full packing list and let you know what items are not permitted during your stay.

    Yes. Family involvement is an important part of healing. We offer family therapy and encourage loved ones to stay connected throughout treatment. Our team will help coordinate appropriate family participation based on where you are in your recovery.

     
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