Sophia Recovery Centre’s Saint John location is a nonprofit, non-residential recovery support centre offering community-based programs for women whose alcohol or drug use has affected their wellbeing, relationships, or daily functioning. Rather than providing residential treatment, this centre emphasizes peer support, education, and social connection to help women build healthier behaviour patterns and coping skills while continuing with everyday life responsibilities.
Community-Anchored Peer Mentoring, Workshops, and Activities
At its Saint John site, women can access one-on-one peer mentoring, group workshops on topics like self-esteem, trauma recovery, relationships and mindfulness, and social & wellness activities such as art, movement, gardening and writing circles that foster connection, resilience and shared healing. These services blend recovery-oriented education with supportive engagement in a welcoming, home-like atmosphere where participants can grow alongside peers.
Drop-In Open House and Personalised Support
The centre hosts Open House hours where women can drop in for casual connection, meet others on similar recovery journeys, and learn about available services. Peer mentors and staff also offer scheduled one-on-one support for women seeking personalized guidance as they work through substance use challenges and associated life issues.
Connection With Broader Community and Continuum of Care
Sophia Recovery Centre’s Saint John location is part of a broader network that includes sites in Charlotte County, the Kennebecasis Valley and Sussex, all offering free recovery-oriented programming made possible through donors and community partners. The centre also links women with additional resources, including local counselling and specialised workshops, to support sustained wellbeing beyond the group setting.
Accessible, Everyday Recovery Support
By embedding peer mentoring, education, wellness activities and group events into a community environment, the Saint John centre helps women pursue meaningful recovery work while maintaining involvement with family, work, and community life, supporting growth, accountability and long-term stability through shared experience and practical resources.
