08/11/2026
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Meet Raigan White-Walters! 🌟
👋 Name: Raigan White-Walters
💼 Role: Admissions Coordinator
🗓️ Time at Cairn: 9 Months
We're excited to spotlight Raigan, one of the friendly faces who helps welcome individuals into treatment. Here's what she had to say about her journey at Cairn!
💙 What inspired you to work in recovery services?
"I was inspired to work in recovery services because, growing up, I always wanted to help others. I also had several family members who struggled with substance use disorders, which gave me a firsthand view of how addiction affects not only the individual but their entire family. Seeing those experiences made me realize how important compassion and support are during recovery. I also hated the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and wished there were more people who approached individuals with empathy, understanding, and a genuine desire to help guide them toward recovery."
💙 What's your favorite part about working at Cairn?
"My favorite part about working at Cairn is watching our clients grow throughout their recovery journeys. It's incredibly rewarding to see someone come in feeling nervous, uncertain, or shy and then watch them blossom into confident, outgoing, and funny individuals. Seeing that transformation and being a small part of their journey is what makes this work so meaningful. It's definitely challenging at times, but it's also one of the most rewarding places I've ever worked."
🌿 What do you enjoy outside of work?
"Outside of work, I enjoy going to music festivals with my friends. I also love traveling, hiking, and spending time in nature. When I have time to relax, I'm usually reading a book or binge watching a show/movie series with my cats."
💬 Favorite Quote
"Before criticizing anyone, put yourself in their shoes."
✨ What motivates you every day?
"What motivates me to keep doing this work every day is the loved ones I've lost to substance use disorders. Their memories inspire me to support others on their recovery journeys and remind me why compassionate, empathetic care is so important. If I can make a positive difference in even one person's life, then I know this work is meaningful."
💙 Thank you, Raigan, for your compassion, empathy, and dedication to making every client feel welcomed and supported from the very first step of their recovery journey. We're grateful to have you as part of the Cairn Recovery Resources team!