Cost: Free

Program: New Life Program (NLP)

The Women for Sobriety (WFS) New Life Program is a secular recovery program developed to support all women seeking help for problematic substance use. It was founded on the belief that women have unique challenges in overcoming addiction. The philosophy of the New Life Program is that our thoughts precede our actions. If our thoughts are positive, so are our actions. We believe we have the power to change our way of thinking. We take responsibility for ourselves and our choices. The 13 Acceptance Statements form the foundation of the New Life Program and help to guide our beliefs and actions.

The New Life Program offers a variety of recovery tools, meetings and peer support to guide women in developing coping skills which focus on emotional growth, spiritual growth, self-esteem and a healthy lifestyle. Sobriety is more than abstinence from a substance. It is a time for reflection, learning and self-discovery. By knowing ourselves better, we can overcome addiction.

WFS 4C Recovery Meetings are our signature recovery meetings. "4C" refers to being capable, competent, caring and compassionate, qualities we embrace as sober women.

Our recovery meetings are grounded in best practice and led by trained facilitators who frame meetings based on the teachings of the WFS New Life Program and the Thirteen Acceptance Statements. Meetings are informative and offer opportunities for personal reflection and group sharing. Attendees find these meetings helpful in sustaining commitment and motivation, helping to process thoughts, feelings and behaviors, managing cravings and building community.

All women are welcome.