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Our Clients Say

On March 7th, 2022, just one day before my daughter’s 3rd birthday, I found myself at rock bottom—being kicked out of the inpatient treatment facility where I had been staying. Desperate and unsure of what to do, I reached out to New Entra Casa. They welcomed me with open arms, telling me to come in the next morning. But on that day, my daughter’s birthday, I didn’t show up. Instead, I called them, asking for one more day. Miraculously, they told me that it was okay, and they would see me on the 9th.

I spent my daughter’s birthday alone in a hotel room, crying and getting high, feeling the weight of my relapse crushing me. I knew this slip-up could cost me everything, especially my chance to reunite with my daughter. My social worker had made it clear—there were no more chances. My case had already been open for a year, and this could be the final mistake that would take her away from me forever.

But by the grace of God, on March 9th, 2022, I walked through the doors of New Entra Casa. Despite my doubts and fear that my chance for redemption was lost, I found myself stepping into a place that felt different—a place that felt like home. It wasn’t a big, impersonal facility with a sea of unfamiliar faces. It was a house, with warmth, kindness, and a staff that truly cared. The moment I walked in, I felt in my heart that I was where I needed to be.

The staff at New Entra Casa were attentive and compassionate. They took the time to sit with me, to listen, and to understand the areas of my life that were holding me back. My child clinician, Ms. Ryann, went the extra mile—speaking with my social worker and advocating for me. She explained the progress I was already making, and because of that, I was granted one final chance to prove myself to the court and fight for my daughter.

My journey at New Entra Casa wasn’t easy. I faced countless challenges during my stay, but with the unwavering support of my counselor, I learned the tools I needed to face life head-on. It was the intimate, personal care that made all the difference. Being truly seen and heard, with the dedicated attention of the staff, set me up for success in a way I had never experienced before.

It took two long years of court hearings, struggles, and growth, but eventually, my daughter was officially returned to me, and my case was closed. During those two years, even after completing the program, I was able to return to New Entra Casa whenever I needed support. Their open-door policy was a lifeline for me in times of difficulty. Having that constant support was vital to my recovery, and for that, N.E.C. will always be a part of my story.

Today, I’m incredibly proud to say that I am employed as a peer support specialist at New Entra Casa, helping others who are walking the same path I once did. I have been sober since March 9th, 2022, and not only do I have my daughter back, but I am now a mother of two additional children. Every day, I continue this journey, for myself and for them. I am forever grateful to New Entra Casa for believing in me when I had lost hope, and for helping me rebuild my life. - VM

On April 12, 2021, I was released from jail, and mandated to another 90-day treatment program which I graduated from in July of 2021. I was finally back living with my son whom I hadn’t seen for three years due to my addiction. A month after completing treatment, I relapsed. I was unhappy and didn’t understand how to suddenly be a mom to my son again after all that time. My probation officer was kind enough to give me one more chance. I signed an agreement saying that I would stay clean and if I didn’t, I’d have to go back to treatment for 120 days. It wasn’t long after that, that I would relapse again in September. But this time, I overdosed. My probation officer found out, of course. She gave me 2 days to find treatment, or I would be sent back to jail. I felt hopeless, depressed, and angry at myself. How could I be doing this to my son again? Why am I such a selfish and horrible mom? I was once again leaving him with my mom and going back to treatment.

On the 20th of September 2021 I called a resource hotline and found New Entra Casa. My call was answered by the program director, Julie. We went through the screening process, and I felt heard. I started crying with her while explaining my situation. She offered me a quick placement and I was to arrive a few days later, on September 24. I showed up in sweatpants and my hair in knots. It was probably very clear that I was not okay. I was just thinking, “well, let’s get this over with”. I saw it as something I HAD to do because I just didn’t want to go back to jail. I would just come here, do my time, and get out.

This program turned out to be way more than that for me. I was greeted with such understanding and caring staff. They met me where I was emotionally and were patient with me. Eventually, they would help me to open up and share things about myself that I never thought I would be able to say out loud, let alone to other people. I was starting to let go of the anger and frustration I had for myself. I was getting to the real cause of why I kept relapsing. A big part of it was because I thought I wasn’t a good mother. Through the groups we had here though, I was growing more and more confident about the choices I was making as a mom. I was taught about how to better communicate with my mom about my son as well, which made visits with him a lot easier and calmer.

I may have come to NEC terrified, insecure and with no basic life skills, but I left with abilities I had no idea I could have. I graduated from the program in January of 2022 and now I have a job that I love, I have a beautiful relationship with my son, I have my very own apartment and I have more clean time than I’ve ever had before. My clean date is 9/19/2021 and I’m determined to keep it that way. It is through NEC that all these things are within my reach. I will always advocate for this program because I am so grateful that I got to be here and to have been given all the opportunities they had to offer. - CB

You guys were awesome. I am very lucky to be able to come here. The staff were the best and helped me with everything I needed. I definitely was able to work my recovery here.

November 27, 2024

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