POWER

As we celebrate Independence Day this week, we're reminded that freedom can take many forms.

For women in recovery, freedom can mean waking up with hope, rebuilding relationships, finding purpose, embracing healing, and choosing a healthier future—one day at a time.

Recovery isn't just about breaking free from substance use; it's about discovering the strength to create a life filled with possibility, connection, and joy.

This July, let's celebrate every step forward and every person who is choosing recovery. There is hope, there is healing, and there is always a path forward.

Happy Independence Day from all of us at POWER! Wishing you a safe, joyful, and hope-filled holiday. 💜

Would you like to help? POWER clients are moving back to the refurbished POWER House in August. But first we need to make beds and arrange furniture and otherwise get all 26 bedrooms ready. If you can help us do that, contact Karen at [email protected]

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Alicia Palladino to the POWER Board of Directors!

Dr. Palladino brings an exceptional combination of scientific expertise, legal leadership, and nonprofit governance experience to POWER. With more than 20 years in biomedical research and over a decade in life sciences intellectual property law, she has built a career advancing innovation while helping organizations grow strategically.

Her passion for mission-driven leadership and extensive board experience makes her a tremendous addition to the POWER family. We are excited to benefit from her knowledge, perspective, and commitment as we continue empowering women on their recovery journeys.

Welcome to the POWER team, Dr. Palladino! 💜

Cindy McGovern is the newest volunteer who helps staffs the front desk in POWER’s new building. She’ll fit that in around volunteer work she’s doing with Human Relations Director Jen Daughtery. Welcome, Cindy!