It offers undergraduate and graduate programs including Online and Continuing Education programs. State Rep. Kate Donaghue, D-Westboro, shared her own personal connection with the epidemic — her only child, Brian, died of an overdose. She offered a moment of silence for him, Emma and all those who lost their lives to drugs. The Hope House Boston Review drug epidemic started taking over Lowell and surrounding communities close to 12 years ago, when Ryan created a task force to combat addiction.
- Soon after being sworn into office, Robert worked with local and state leaders to kickoff Opiate Abuse Prevention & Awareness Programs throughout the Lowell Public Schools.
- Residents participate in the development and implementation of an Individual Service Plan, setting goals to achieve prior to transitioning to independent living.
- Since then, Ryan said they’ve developed programs for those struggling with substance use disorder, and Emma’s House is one step forward in making a difference.
- In 2016, I had my second child and made the decision to stay home while he was young; I am in the process of receiving my Masters of Social Work with a concentration in substance use disorders.
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She first became involved with the organization by attending their annual Gala, a fundraising event which raises funds to help with the program and services provided to the residents of Megan’s House and Erin’s house. She served on the board of Directors for over two years until accepting her current role. LIV RECOVERY is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, drug and alcohol-free environment for women to build a life of sustained recovery. In her memory, the Megan House Foundation is opening its second residential sober living facility called Emma’s House, which will provide supportive case management for nine women in Lowell. There, they will work toward independence and their own health for up to 24 months before transitioning to more permanent accommodations. A New Hampshire native born and raised, who attended local schools and graduating with a bachelor’s in Communication and Business from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH.
Trying very hard to avoid temptation to go drink or do whatever I can find. Shaun is very active in the community, also serving as a Board member for the Latinx Community Center for Empowerment, as well as organizing and advocating for many community based efforts. He was also a long-time Board Member of the Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association. Zack’s Team believes that recovery is possible and has been able to offer treatment and sober living scholarships to hundreds of young adults in the Merrimack Valley, who would otherwise have no access to treatment options.
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Prior to healthcare Pamela worked in the insurance industry as a licensed broker for Colonial Life and Accident. From there, she transitioned into Managed Care, joining a privately-owned company as the Director of Business Development. She loves yoga, golf, traveling and time laughing with family and friends. Sue is a senior financial executive with over 30 years of experience in corporate development, acquisitions and company re-engineering.
She received her LMHC in 2012 and in 2015 became the Clinical Director at The Megan House working with young women who suffer from substance use disorder. In 2023 Kim returned to a career in the public school system as a School Adjustment Councilor. Riverbend, formerly Lowell House, has been providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable addiction services and related support to the Greater Merrimack Valley community since 1971. Our programs cover a broad range of inpatient and outpatient treatment and living options that support recovery across a lifetime. She attended Lowell Public Schools and graduated from UMASS Lowell with a degree in Business Management with the Class of 2004. She is a Commercial Lending Officer, SVP at Enterprise Bank where she has worked to serve the business community for over 20 years.
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She served three years as co-chair of SEGL part of the United Way, which raises money for local non-profit organizations so that children of Greater Lowell can enjoy a safe summer of fun, learning, and employment. Beginning in 2012 Pamela transitioned to the External Affairs division to work collaboratively with the VP of External Affairs, Philanthropy and Marketing. Since leaving Holyoke, her devotion to volunteering has stayed with her. She has donated her time and energy to many local non-profit organizations. She currently serves as a Corporator for The Savings Bank, based in Wakefield. She also served as PTO Treasurer in the Andover Public Schools and volunteered as a CCD teacher at St. Augustine Church.
Transitional housing is temporary housing for the working homeless population and is set up to transition their residents to permanent housing. To learn more about the rebrand and the renewed vision of the organization please visit The rebrand comes after a year of interviewing staff and community partners and bringing in a third-party agency to help develop the brand. The board voted unanimously to transition to Riverbend at their September board meeting which also welcomed three new Directors to the board.
Outside of her banking career, Sandra has served as a director on the Boards of several non-profit organizations including the YMCA of Lowell, Mill City Grows and the Lowell Portuguese Language School which she co-founded in 2015. The culture in our sober homes promotes family, friendship, support, and recovery. The House Director oversees both homes to assist with additional case management support and to facilitate weekly house meetings. Both homes are near an established public transportation route allowing access to work, education and recreational opportunities, which are vital components to a successful recovery.
Pamela Huntley, executive director of the Megan House Foundation, cuts the ribbon in front of Emma’s House, the foundation’s newest sober living facility, in Lowell, Aug. 2, 2023. The home will welcome nine young women in their journey to recovery from substance use disorder. From left, Jim Franchek, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan, Huntley and state Sen. Ed Kennedy. The challenges I faced were also met with people who saw potential in me and helped me to start my journey. I attended Cambridge College in 2006 and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Human Service in 2010. In 2016, I had my second child and made the decision to stay home while he was young; I am in the process of receiving my Masters of Social Work with a concentration in substance use disorders.
She is continuing to further her education and is committed to working with the Megan’s House Foundation to expand services for young women with substance use disorders. Tanya’s passion for recovery largely came from her support of The Herren Project. After hearing former NBA player, Chris Herren speak about his recovery at her local high school in 2013, she decided to help raise funds for treatment navigation by running her first every 5k. In addition, she has served on the Board of Westford Against Substance Abuse from 2017 to present. In addition to helping his customers navigate their risk management programs, A.J. Has taken an active role within the community holding board positions on Lowell Rotary, Loading Dock Arts, as well as committee positions on the Merrimack Valley Food Bank, and volunteering with a number of local non-profits.