Dismas Home: A Program Evaluation
Dismas Home Board Member Casey Cavanaugh recently completed her degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of New Hampshire – congratulations, Casey! Part of fulfilling her degree requirements included a dissertation on barriers to re-entry for justice-involved women, and we’re sharing the report here on our blog to spread knowledge and understanding […]
The Holidays Can Be Hard in Recovery — You’re Not Alone
For many people, the holidays come wrapped in warmth: traditions, gatherings, and a calendar full of “shoulds.” But for someone living with substance use disorder—whether actively using, newly sober, or years into recovery—this season can feel like an obstacle course. Recovery programs like Dismas Home exist for moments exactly like this: not to remove every […]
Another Sparkling Success!

On October 3, 2025, we danced the night away and celebrated our residents – past, present, and future – at the Annual Dismas Home Denim & Diamonds Disco Gala. Heartfelt thanks to all those in attendance, everyone who sponsored and donated, and the teams behind the scenes. Because of you all, Dismas Home is able […]