Oxford House- Walter's House Fredericton, NB

08/22/2026

08/18/2026

Many have asked about the requirements of Walter's House....Number 1-must be to be sober 30 days: AND

Thank you for your interest in Walter’s House. Before your interview next week, you are required to read and study this entire document carefully.

Admission to Walter’s House is not automatic. Every applicant must:

Read and understand all house rules before the interview.
Ask questions about anything that is unclear.
Confirm during the interview that they understand and are willing to follow the rules.
Sign a written acknowledgement and agreement before being admitted.
Complete the interview and receive approval through the Walter’s House admission process.
No applicant will be admitted merely because we believe in them or want to help them. Walter’s House can only operate safely when every resident accepts and follows the same rules.

WHAT IS WALTER’S HOUSE?

Walter’s House is New Brunswick’s first Oxford House recovery residence. It is operated by Positive Heart Living Inc. and provides safe, stable, affordable, substance-free housing for adult men who are committed to recovery.

Walter’s House is a peer-governed residence. This means the men living in the house share responsibility for the operation of the home, participate in house meetings and support one another in recovery.

Walter’s House is not:

A detoxification or addiction-treatment facility
A hospital or medical facility
A correctional facility
A halfway house
A supervised residence
A place with live-in staff
Walter’s House does not provide security, electronic monitoring, medication supervision or enforcement of court conditions. Each resident is responsible for his own behaviour, recovery, medication and legal obligations.

HOUSE RULES AND RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Sobriety and substance use
Walter’s House is completely substance-free.

Residents must remain abstinent from:

Alcohol
Illegal drugs
Ma*****na or cannabis
THC in any form
Non-prescribed or misused medication
Any substance used for the purpose of becoming intoxicated
Ma*****na and THC are prohibited even if they are legally available.

No prohibited substance may be used, possessed, stored, brought onto the property or supplied to another person. Returning to the house under the influence is also prohibited.

Substance use or possession is a serious violation and may result in immediate termination of residency.

Applicants are normally required to have at least 30 days of sobriety before admission.

Recovery participation
Every resident must be actively committed to recovery.

Residents are expected to:

Attend approved recovery meetings regularly, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous or Celebrate Recovery
Develop and follow a personal recovery plan
Participate honestly in house meetings
Accept appropriate support and accountability
Avoid people, places and situations that could endanger their recovery
Work toward healthy, constructive personal goals
Simply needing housing is not enough. Walter’s House is specifically for people who are willing to work actively on their recovery.

Peer governance and house meetings
Walter’s House is operated according to a peer-governed model.

Residents must:

Attend required house meetings
Participate respectfully
Accept reasonable decisions made through the house process
Cooperate with elected house officers
Raise concerns appropriately
Support the safety and recovery of the household
Bullying, intimidation, threats, harassment, discrimination or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.

Respectful behaviour
Every resident must treat the following people with dignity and respect:

Other residents
Neighbours
Visitors
Volunteers
Positive Heart Living representatives
Community partners
Property owners
Violence, threats, harassment, discrimination, theft, deliberate property damage, illegal activity or behavior that makes another resident feel unsafe is prohibited.

Sexual orientation does not disqualify an applicant. Discrimination or harassment against any resident or applicant is unacceptable.

Rent and financial responsibility
The housing fee is $450 per month. Heat, electricity and internet are included and house phone are included.

Rent must be paid in full and on time, according to the agreed payment arrangement. A resident must not move into Walter’s House without a clear and confirmed plan for paying rent.

Non-payment of rent is a serious breach of the residency agreement and may result in termination of residency.

Residents are normally responsible for buying and preparing their own food and paying their own personal expenses.

Curfew and communication
The ordinary house curfew is 10:00 p.m.

Residents must:

Return to the house by curfew
Call in advance if an emergency or approved circumstance will cause them to be late
Inform the appropriate house representative if they will be absent
Follow all approved transportation and return arrangements when attending meetings or appointments
Follow any additional conditions connected with a court order, probation, parole, electronic monitoring or release
Repeatedly staying away from Walter’s House without permission or proper communication is a serious breach of trust.

Visitors
Visitors are not permitted to come and go without restriction.

The regular visiting hours are:

Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visits must be arranged in advance. Anyone arriving outside the approved visiting hours requires specific authorization.

No overnight guests are permitted.

Visitors must respect the rules, privacy and safety of Walter’s House. Visitors may not inspect residents’ rooms, interfere with house operations or bring alcohol, ma*****na, drugs or other prohibited substances onto the property.

Residents are responsible for the conduct of their visitors.

Bedrooms, privacy and property
Residents must respect the bedrooms, possessions and privacy of other residents.

No resident or visitor may enter or inspect another resident’s bedroom without permission or proper authorization.

Theft, misuse of another person’s property or deliberate damage to the house or its contents is prohibited.

Chores and upkeep
Every resident must complete assigned chores and help maintain the house.

This includes:

Keeping personal areas clean
Cleaning shared areas
Properly disposing of garbage
Helping with reasonable household responsibilities
Respecting the building, furnishings and grounds
Reporting damage or safety concerns promptly
Residents are expected to contribute to making Walter’s House a clean, safe and respectful home.

Smoking and va**ng
Smoking or va**ng inside Walter’s House is prohibited.

Residents must follow all designated outdoor smoking or va**ng rules and safely dispose of cigarette waste.

Medication
Walter’s House does not supervise or administer medication.

Residents are normally responsible for:

Obtaining their own prescriptions
Taking medication only as prescribed
Keeping medication secure
Preventing other people from accessing their medication
Following all medical directions
All medications and treatment arrangements that could affect residency, safety or daily house routines must be disclosed honestly during the application and interview process.

Court and legal conditions
Residents must obey all court orders and all probation, parole, bail, release or electronic-monitoring conditions.

Court orders take precedence whenever they impose stricter conditions than the ordinary house rules.

Walter’s House does not monitor or enforce court conditions on behalf of the justice system. The resident remains personally responsible for understanding and following every legal condition.

Illegal activity, including drug trafficking or using Walter’s House to support criminal activity, is strictly prohibited.

Employment, education and community participation
Residents are expected to use their time constructively. Depending on their health and circumstances, this may include:

Employment or seeking employment
Education or training
Treatment or counselling
Volunteering or community service
Recovery activities
Other approved reintegration goals
Residents are expected to take increasing responsibility for their lives and contribute positively to the community.

Honesty and disclosure
Applicants and residents must provide truthful and complete information about matters affecting admission, including:

Sobriety and substance use
Medication and treatment arrangements
Criminal charges or court conditions
Financial arrangements
Safety concerns
Transportation requirements
Other matters that could affect the household
Withholding important information or providing false information may result in an application being refused or residency being terminated.

Safety of the house
No weapons, violence, threats, intimidation, drug activity or other dangerous conduct are permitted.

Any resident who feels unsafe must report the concern immediately. Police or emergency services may be contacted when there is an immediate safety risk or suspected criminal activity.

Consequences of breaking the rules
Walter’s House depends upon trust, honesty, safety and shared responsibility.

Violations will be taken seriously. Depending on the nature and severity of the violation, consequences may include:

A verbal or written warning
A meeting with house representatives
A corrective agreement
Restrictions or additional conditions
Termination of residency
Serious violations—including substance use, possession of prohibited substances, violence, threats, illegal activity, serious dishonesty, conduct that places others at risk or continued refusal to follow the rules—may result in immediate termination of residency, subject to applicable legal requirements.

PRE-INTERVIEW CONFIRMATION

Before your interview, please be prepared to answer the following questions:

Have you read all the Walter’s House rules?
Do you understand each rule?
Is there any rule you do not understand?
Is there any rule you believe you cannot follow?
Are you willing to remain completely free from alcohol, illegal drugs, ma*****na and THC?
Are you willing to attend approved recovery meetings regularly?
Are you willing and able to pay the monthly housing fee?
Are you willing to follow the curfew, visitor, chore and house-meeting requirements?
Are you willing to live respectfully in a peer-governed recovery residence?
Are you prepared to sign an agreement confirming that you will follow all Walter’s House rules?
Please ask any questions before signing. Signing the acknowledgement will confirm that you have read the rules, understand them, have had an opportunity to ask questions and agree to follow them.

We want every person entering Walter’s House to succeed. Clear expectations protect you, the other residents and the future of Walter’s House.

Sincerely,

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08/14/2026

Last evening, Walter’s House held its very first recovery meeting—and it was a tremendous success.

In the warmth of our small setting, everyone felt comfortable opening up and sharing what was on their hearts. The participants told us they appreciated the smaller gathering because it gave each person more opportunity to speak, listen and connect. Many said they would return.

I was especially touched to learn that they talked about Walter Norrad, the man for whom Walter’s House was named.

I was a very good friend of Walter’s wife, Elva, who was a devoted member of Al-Anon for many years. Later, Brent Buchanan and I spent a great deal of time talking about our vision for a recovery house. Brent suggested that we name it in Walter’s honour—and that is how Walter’s House received its name.

Our new staff member did a wonderful job organizing this first meeting and creating a safe, welcoming place where people could share honestly. We are very proud and grateful.

The photographs show how this property looked when we first began. It was severely neglected and needed almost everything. Kevin and I decided to put our hearts and souls into transforming it into a recovery home—a place of safety, dignity and hope.

We tried many times to obtain funding, but none came. So, with no government funding, we moved forward ourselves. Our volunteers, community organizations and supporters came alongside us, and together we turned a dream into reality.

Look at how far Walter’s House has come.

The transformation of this building represents something much greater. Even when a person feels broken, forgotten or at the very bottom, God can lift them up and transform their life. The condition in which something begins does not determine what it can become.

Walter’s House is living proof that restoration is possible.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to every volunteer, community partner, donor and friend who helped us bring this home back to life. We could never have done it alone. Although we have not yet received government funding, we continue to pray and hope that support will come.

Last night, as people gathered in this restored home to share their hearts and encourage one another, our dream came alive in a very special way.

At Walter’s House, we believe in recovery. We believe in restoration. We believe in hope—and we believe in miracles.

08/14/2026

A Testimony from a Former Resident of Walter’s House

We recently received this heartfelt note from a former resident who spent several months at Walter’s House. His name has been withheld to protect his privacy, but—with his personal details removed—we wanted to share his powerful words:

“Thank you for the opportunity to come to your recovery house and discover what I needed to do. I know it wasn’t easy, but I truly appreciate the time I had there.

In all honesty, it was exactly what I needed to help me move forward in my recovery with God. Even though I could not stay, I owe you a debt of gratitude. Please see this as something positive, because you did help me.

It certainly wasn’t easy—but easy isn’t how I live. I learn and heal through pain, and I have truly healed through my experience at Walter’s House. You can say that you helped me recover.

Everything happens for a purpose. Meeting you at the worship service was ordained by God. God never makes a mistake, and our meeting was divine timing, to say the least.

Until we meet again, I pray that God’s light shines upon all that you do.”

—A grateful former resident

Messages like this remind us why Walter’s House exists. Recovery is not always a straight or easy road, but every experience can plant a seed of healing, faith and hope. We are deeply grateful that Walter’s House could be part of this gentleman’s journey, and we wish him continued strength and success in his recovery.

08/12/2026

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COMMUNITY INVITATION

Thank You for Joining Our Journey

Building pathways to safety, treatment, recovery, and hope

ZOOM MEETING • MONDAY, AUGUST 17 • 6:30 P.M.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has stepped forward and offered to be part of this important journey. A letter is being sent to each of you, and we are planning a Zoom meeting for Monday, August 17, at 6:30 p.m.

It is truly exciting to see people volunteering to help us raise funds and move forward with our proposed Pre-Treatment Centre, Walter’s House, and the development of future peer-governed Oxford recovery homes.

We are working on these important proposals with the provincial government. The more volunteers, community partners, and organizations we have involved, the stronger our movement will become. We are especially grateful to Under the Tent, Bill McLaughlin, and its board for joining us in this work and helping us focus attention on a critical gap in our society, where too many vulnerable people are being lost.

A Special Tribute to Earl Thiessen

We want to offer a very special and heartfelt thank-you to Earl Thiessen, Executive Director of the Oxford House Foundation of Canada. Earl is our mentor and a valued member of our committee. His knowledge, experience, and steady guidance have been instrumental in helping Positive Heart Living move this work forward.

Without Earl’s expertise, we would still be moving toward our goals—but we certainly would not be where we are today. He has helped us understand and faithfully follow the Oxford House model, strengthened our planning, and encouraged us every step of the way. Earl’s commitment to recovery housing and to people seeking a better life has made a lasting difference, and we are profoundly grateful to have him walking beside us on this journey.

There Is a Place for You

If you have been thinking about becoming involved, we would love to hear from you. You do not need special experience—only a sincere desire to help. Whether you can assist with fundraising, community outreach, planning, professional advice, or simply lend a helping hand, there is a place for you.

Please send us a private message or leave a comment below. We are preparing the invitation list now for our Zoom meeting on Monday evening at 6:30 p.m., and we would be delighted to welcome you.

Together, we can build a movement that helps some of the most vulnerable people in our society move from the street toward safety, treatment, recovery, and hope- and hopefully..an Oxford house.

With Gratitude

Thank you from our Board of Directors, including Danny Russell, Gail Russell, Duane Boone, Kevin Douglass, and Dr. Bonnie M. Clark Douglass.

We also extend a special thank-you to our new employee, Heath Weeks, for his enthusiasm and commitment to this work, and to Kevin McNamara, who will be joining our committee. Kevin brings valuable personal insight and experience to the table. It is important that people who understand the recovery journey have a meaningful voice in shaping the services and supports being developed.

We truly appreciate everyone who is helping us move this vision forward.

Dr. Bonnie M. Clark Douglass, Ed.D.

Founder and Executive Director

Positive Heart Living Inc.

08/08/2026

We have a new gentleman at Walter’s House 🙏

08/03/2026

An Open Letter to the Honourable Cindy Miles
2026-09-02
Minister of Social Development
Province of New Brunswick
Dignity, Integrity, and the Treatment of People in Recovery
Dear Minister Miles,
I am writing this letter publicly because I believe an important conversation needs to take place—not only about one individual, but about how our province treats people who are courageously working to rebuild their lives through recovery.
My name is Dr. Bonnie M. Clark Douglass, Founder and Executive Director of Positive Heart Living Inc., a New Brunswick non-profit organization that has served individuals and families affected by addiction for four decades.
Positive Heart Living was co-founded with the late Dr. Everett Chalmers, who served as Chairman of the New Brunswick Drug and Alcohol Commission. I had the privilege of working alongside Dr. Chalmers for many years. His compassion for individuals struggling with addiction, his unwavering belief that every person deserved dignity, and the extraordinary lengths he would go to help someone rebuild their life profoundly influenced my own philosophy of care. Those lessons continue to guide the work of Positive Heart Living today.
Walter's House, New Brunswick's first Oxford House recovery residence, was built upon those same principles of accountability, peer support, responsibility, hope, dignity, and respect.
This letter concerns one of our residents, Kevin (surname withheld to protect his privacy). Although I have previously written to you directly regarding Kevin and you are aware of his identity, I believe it is important to protect his privacy in this public letter.
Since becoming a resident of Walter's House, Kevin has worked incredibly hard to rebuild his life. He faithfully attends recovery meetings, encourages and supports other residents, and has earned the trust and respect of his peers to become President of Walter's House.
Kevin is also a gifted artist. He designed the Walter's House logo, leaving a lasting contribution to a home that now represents hope for many people beginning their recovery journey.
These accomplishments did not happen by accident. They represent determination, personal growth, and an unwavering commitment to building a better life.
Unfortunately, his experience with the Department of Social Development has been one of repeated uncertainty and unnecessary distress.
With the exception of one month, there has been an issue concerning his Income Assistance benefits. Positive Heart Living has repeatedly been contacted to verify that Kevin continues to reside at Walter's House. We have provided that confirmation every time it has been requested.
The most recent issue began after Kevin changed banks for the first time since becoming a resident of Walter's House. Positive Heart Living assisted him in submitting the required banking information, including a void cheque, to the Department so that his direct deposit could be updated. Kevin received no written correspondence advising him of any problem with this change. Instead, he received a telephone call informing him that his cheque would be available for pickup on Friday.
Before noon that same Friday, just prior to the New Brunswick Day long weekend, I contacted your office personally requesting urgent assistance. I explained the situation and respectfully asked that someone intervene so Kevin would not be left without the financial assistance he depends upon during the holiday weekend.
I received no response.
Relying on the Department's instructions, two members of the Board of Directors of Positive Heart Living drove Kevin to the Department of Social Development office to collect his cheque. Upon arriving, he was informed that his caseworker would not release it until she had spoken with him.
Kevin returned to Walter's House without the cheque he had been told would be waiting for him.
For someone who had done exactly what was asked of him and relied upon the Department's instructions, this was not simply disappointing—it was deeply discouraging and demeaning.
This was not an isolated incident.
It has become a recurring source of stress and uncertainty in Kevin's life.
People in recovery have often spent years experiencing trauma, instability, rejection, stigma, and shame. Recovery depends upon consistency, trust, hope, and stability. Every unnecessary administrative barrier weakens that foundation.
When people in recovery are doing everything expected of them, they should be able to trust that government systems will do the same.
At Positive Heart Living, we have witnessed Kevin's remarkable transformation. We have watched him regain confidence, support other residents, become a respected leader within Walter's House, and contribute his artistic talents to our organization. These are the very outcomes every recovery program hopes to achieve.
That is why these recurring administrative problems are so concerning.
This letter is not intended to criticize individual employees.
Rather, it asks a broader question:
Are the policies, procedures, and practices of the Department of Social Development helping people recover—or are they unintentionally creating additional obstacles for those who are already working so hard to rebuild their lives?
I respectfully request that your office conduct a formal review of Kevin's file to determine why these recurring issues continue to occur despite repeated confirmation of his residence at Walter's House.
I also respectfully request that your department examine whether its administrative practices consistently support the stability that recovery requires and whether improvements can be made so that others do not experience similar situations.
This letter is written not out of anger, but out of concern.
After forty years of working alongside individuals and families affected by addiction, I have learned that recovery is possible when people are treated with compassion, consistency, dignity, and respect. My hope is that Kevin's experience will lead to meaningful improvements so that others striving to rebuild their lives will receive the encouragement and stability they deserve.
Positive Heart Living remains committed to working collaboratively with government and community partners to strengthen recovery supports across New Brunswick.
Our shared goal should never be simply to provide financial assistance.
Our shared goal should be to restore hope.
Recovery is difficult enough. Government should never become another obstacle to someone who is doing everything possible to build a new life.
Every person in recovery deserves to be treated with dignity.
Every citizen deserves a public system that operates with integrity.
When dignity and integrity guide our decisions, recovery is strengthened, trust is restored, and lives are changed.
I sincerely hope this letter will encourage meaningful reflection and constructive action—not only for Kevin, but for every New Brunswicker striving to overcome addiction and build a healthier future.
Respectfully, and with hope,
Dr. Bonnie M. Clark Douglass, Ed.D., M.Ed., B.Ed.
Founder & Executive Director
Positive Heart Living Inc.

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07/31/2026

We sent this letter out to specific people in our community who work in the field and believe in the vision and mission of this project.

Subject: Invitation to Join the Positive Heart Living Pre-Treatment Centre Development Committee
Dear Currie

On behalf of Positive Heart Living Inc., I am writing to invite you to become a founding member of our Pre-Treatment Centre Development Committee—a dedicated group that will help guide, support and oversee the development of a much-needed pre-treatment stabilization facility for New Brunswick.

Positive Heart Living has been serving individuals, families and communities affected by addiction since 1986. In August 2025, we established Walter’s House, the first Oxford House peer-governed recovery residence in the province of New Brunswick. Walter’s House has shown us what can happen when individuals in recovery are given a safe home, meaningful structure, personal accountability and a genuine opportunity to rebuild their lives.

However, one of the most dangerous gaps in our current addiction-care system occurs before formal treatment even begins.

What is a pre-treatment stabilization center?
A pre-treatment stabilization Center is a safe, structured and substance-free residential environment for individuals who have made the decision to seek help but cannot enter a formal treatment program immediately.

It is not a detoxification Center, a treatment facility, a shelter or permanent housing. It is a vital bridge between crisis and treatment.

At present, individuals may wait weeks or even months for admission to addiction treatment. During that vulnerable waiting period, many remain exposed to the same circumstances that contributed to their addiction. They may return to substance use, experience homelessness, become involved with the justice system, repeatedly visit hospital emergency departments or lose hope altogether. Tragically, some may not survive long enough to enter treatment.

Our proposed pre-treatment center would provide individuals with:

Safe, stable and substance-free temporary accommodation;
Structured daily routines and recovery-oriented programming;
Peer support and emotional stabilization;
Treatment-readiness preparation;
Assistance navigating treatment applications and waiting lists;
Case coordination and connections with health, justice and community services;
Life-skills development and recovery planning; and
Supported transition into formal treatment and, afterward, recovery housing such as Oxford House.
The objective is straightforward but urgent: when a person finally says, “I am ready for help,” there should be a safe place for that person to begin—not another waiting list.

Our provincial proposal
Positive Heart Living, together with StillShores Counselling Services, has developed and submitted a comprehensive proposal for an 8–10-bed Oxford House-Aligned Regional Pre-Treatment Facility Pilot serving the Fredericton and Oromocto region.

The proposed recovery pathway is:

Crisis → Pre-Treatment Stabilization → Treatment → Peer-Governed Recovery Housing → Community Reintegration

Our initial goal is to establish a successful regional pilot in the Fredericton area. Once the model has been implemented, evaluated and proven effective, we hope it can be adapted to serve other cities and regions throughout New Brunswick.

We held an important initial meeting with government representatives in May 2026, and we expect to continue those discussions in the fall. When we return to the government table, we want to demonstrate that this is not the vision of one person or one small organization. We want to show that respected community leaders, recovery organizations, professionals and citizens have come together behind a carefully developed and urgently needed provincial solution.

National guidance and community support
We are honored to have the involvement and guidance of Earl Thiessen, Executive Director of the Oxford House Foundation of Canada. Earl is recognized nationally for his leadership in peer-governed recovery housing and recovery-system development. His extensive experience includes pre-treatment stabilization, treatment readiness and helping communities bridge the gaps between crisis, treatment, recovery housing and long-term reintegration.

We have also received a formal letter of support from Richard Bragdon, Member of Parliament for Tobique–Mactaquac. Mr. Bragdon has recognized that the proposed regional pilot would fill a critical gap in the existing system while helping reduce pressure on emergency departments, shelters, justice services and other community resources.

These expressions of support, together with the experience Positive Heart Living has gained through Walter’s House, provide a strong foundation. We are now seeking committed individuals and organizations who will help transform that foundation into a functioning center.

The role of the Development Committee
Members of the Pre-Treatment Centre Development Committee would be invited to contribute their knowledge, experience, contacts and leadership in areas such as:

Guiding the development and implementation of the facility;
Building partnerships among recovery, treatment, health, housing, justice and community organizations;
Helping identify an appropriate property and facility requirements;
Supporting the development of policies, services and operating procedures;
Assisting with fundraising and identifying government, foundation and community funding opportunities;
Promoting public awareness of the need for pre-treatment stabilization;
Encouraging collaboration rather than duplication among existing services;
Supporting meetings and presentations with government and community leaders;
Helping establish measurable goals, accountability and evaluation;
Advocating for the successful establishment of the initial pilot; and
Exploring the future expansion of the model to other New Brunswick communities.
This committee will operate under the umbrella of Positive Heart Living Inc. It will be a working, advisory and development committee established to provide leadership, recommendations, partnerships and practical support.

Positive Heart Living will remain the lead organization and will retain responsibility for governance, financial administration, funding agreements, legal accountability and final Board decisions. The committee will not operate as a separate organization or maintain an independent bank account or treasurer. This structure will allow members to make a substantial contribution while ensuring clear accountability to government, funders, community partners and the public.

Our invitation to you
We are inviting people who genuinely care about individuals affected by addiction and who believe that recovery must begin at the moment a person asks for help—not weeks or months later.

Your knowledge, credibility and commitment to the community would bring tremendous value to this initiative. By agreeing to participate, you would help us present a stronger and more unified voice when we meet with the Government of New Brunswick in the fall. With your permission, we would also be proud to identify you or your organization as a participating community partner supporting the development of this initiative.

This is an opportunity to help create something that has never before existed in New Brunswick: a coordinated bridge between addiction crisis and formal treatment, connected directly to treatment services, recovery housing and long-term community reintegration.

Positive Heart Living has worked for many years with very limited resources because we believe that people affected by addiction deserve dignity, compassion, accountability and hope. We have already demonstrated through Walter’s House that meaningful change is possible. We are not asking the province or our community to take a chance on an untested idea. We are asking them to help expand a recovery continuum that is informed by experience, national guidance, community partnerships and an urgent, clearly demonstrated need.

I sincerely hope you will consider becoming a founding member of the Positive Heart Living Pre-Treatment Centre Development Committee. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you, provide a copy of the complete proposal and discuss how your particular experience and interests could contribute to this important work.

Together, we can help ensure that when someone in New Brunswick finds the courage to ask for help, a safe and compassionate pathway is ready.

Thank you for considering this invitation. I look forward to hearing from you.

With sincere appreciation,

Bonnie M. Clark Douglass, Ed.D. NSU. M.Ed., (UNB).
Counsellor. ACA. CCPA. NASW- National Assoc. Social Workers. Founding Member NB.
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