Chrysalis Society’s New Dawn Recovery Home is a women-only, residential support recovery program in Vancouver, BC for self-identified women (19 +) whose substance use and its consequences, in relationships, work, housing, or emotional wellbeing, are deeply impacting the life they’re still living. It’s part of a broader, long-term continuum of care designed to help women build stability, insight, and sustained recovery within a structured, home-like environment.
A Home-Like Place to Stabilize and Start Again
People come to New Dawn when patterns of use are no longer manageable on their own and have begun showing up in real-world responsibilities or daily routines. The program offers a first-stage support recovery setting where women live together in a safe, residential space and begin establishing routine, accountability, and connection with others working toward recovery. Residents are introduced to The Women’s Way Through the 12 Steps and participate in supportive daily group activities and recovery education.
Daily Life Designed Around Real Change
New Dawn embeds recovery work into everyday life. Women engage in communal living alongside staff and peers, with structured routines, peer support, life-skills activities, self-help groups, and a personal recovery plan that reflects their real needs and goals. The environment supports connection, accountability, and small, consistent steps toward steadier living.
A Continuum That Supports Transition Over Time
The program doesn’t limit women to a fixed, short stay. Depending on individual needs, participants can remain in the home for up to 18 months or longer as they build skills, resilience, and readiness for next steps: whether that’s a second-stage recovery home like New Day or New Way, transitional housing, or independent living. Chrysalis is known for its low-barrier access, including support for women on certain prescription medications that might complicate eligibility elsewhere.
A Setting for People Ready to Build Beyond Survival
New Dawn tends to be used by women whose substance use and emotional stressors have entrenched themselves into daily life and who need extended, structured support that blends recovery work with the routines and responsibilities they’re still managing: work, family, housing, and community roles included.
