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Charles River Recovery Alumni Program

Providing ongoing support, fostering community, and ensuring a path to lasting recovery. Join our dedicated alumni network to stay connected, celebrate milestones, and navigate your recovery journey with confidence.

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About the Alumni Program

Our Mission

At Charles River Recovery, we believe that recovery is a lifelong journey. Our Alumni Program is designed to provide continuous support, create a sense of community, help prevent relapse, and offer resources if relapse does occur. Together, we aim to empower our graduates and ensure they have the tools and connections they need to thrive in their recovery.

Our Client

Guiding Your Path to Success

Our Alumni Coordinator is dedicated to supporting our alumni every step of the way. Here’s how they help:

1

Weekly Group Sessions

Building rapport with CRR patients through coping strategies, 12-step programs, and more.

2

Promoting Alumni Program

Introducing the program to patients and inviting them to join upon discharge.

3

Managing Our Facebook Page

Engaging with our alumni community online and providing continuous updates.

4

Post-Discharge Follow-Up

Staying in touch with alumni via text, calls, and email, utilizing automation tools like Birdeye and Call Tracking.

5

Hosting Recovery Meetings

Organizing both in-person and virtual meetings weekly or bi-weekly to maintain connection and support.

6

Community and Sober Events

Planning quarterly events such as Woo Sox games, movie nights, and kayaking trips.

7

Evaluating Program Effectiveness

Tracking key performance indicators like group attendance, event participation, and outreach responses.

8

Celebrating Milestones

Acknowledging anniversaries of sobriety and hosting annual events to celebrate success stories and personal growth.

Lifelong Connection with our Alumni Program

By implementing a comprehensive alumni program like this, Charles River Recovery can continue to provide valuable support and maintain strong, lasting connections with our graduates as they navigate their journey in recovery, as well as support them if they do experience a relapse/reoccurrence.

Alumni Launch

Join Us for Our Launch Event in September!

Celebrate Recovery Month with us at our Family, Friends, and Alumni Event. Enjoy food, music, games, contests, raffles, and inspiring speakers. CRR employees, families, alumni, and community partners are all welcome. Let's come together to celebrate recovery and support one another.

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Our Client

Reviews

Hear from their experience.

"I want to thank every single person at Charles River Recovery during my time there. When I walked through the doors I was at my absolute worst and I never thought I could get better. Every single staff member, RSS, nurse, counselor…EVERY person there was amazing. "
Cassandra C.2 Aug 2024
"Charles River is an amazing facility that truly goes above & beyond for their clients. The medical and clinical staff members are compassionate & genuine. Scotty dedicates so much of his time to not only making clients comfortable but also communicates with their loved ones."
Rebecca N.16 Jul 2024
"Both my experiences at Charles River have been amazing. Having been in and out of programs for the past 10 years this has been the best facility by far. All of the staff are extremely supportive from before you walk into the building all the way until you leave."
Nick H.2 Jun 2024
"Charles River takes detox and the transition to recovery very seriously. The staff care and are always available to listen and support patients at a very low point in their lives. I was very medically and emotinally comfortable during my time there."
Megan K.23 Apr 2024

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"Joining the Day Treatment Program at Charles River Recovery was the turning point in my life. The flexibility of the program allowed me to balance my recovery with my job and family commitments. The therapists and staff are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. They helped me understand the root of my addiction and equipped me with the tools to face my challenges head-on. I'm grateful every day for the compassion and guidance I received here."
Emily R.
Emily R.Client
"The journey to recovery is challenging, but the Day Treatment Program made it achievable for me. The group sessions provided a sense of community and understanding that I had never experienced before. It was comforting to know that I wasn't alone in my struggles. The individual counseling sessions were also vital in my recovery, offering a safe space to delve into personal issues. I can confidently say that this program has profoundly changed my life for the better."
Marcus T.Client
"I was hesitant about joining an outpatient program, but the Day Treatment Program at Charles River Recovery exceeded all my expectations. The combination of professional therapy, peer support, and flexible scheduling was exactly what I needed. The program not only helped me overcome my addiction but also taught me valuable life skills and coping mechanisms. Thanks to this program, I feel stronger, more confident, and ready to embrace a healthier, happier life."
Laura G.Client
Dr. Salah Alrakawi

Dr. Salah Alrakawi brings over 30 years of expertise in clinical medicine, academia, and administration. He is dual board-certified in Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine, reflecting his deep commitment to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Currently serving as the Medical Director at Charles River Recovery, Dr. Alrakawi also holds roles as an Attending Physician in the Department of General Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Atrius Health, and the Massachusetts Alcohol and Substance Abuse Center (MASAC). His multifaceted work underscores his dedication to advancing both the treatment of addiction and general internal medicine.

Dr. Alrakawi earned his medical degree from Damascus University and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Woodhull Medical Center. He is also a valued member of the teaching faculty at Harvard Medical School, where he helps shape the next generation of physicians.

Throughout his career, Dr. Alrakawi has been recognized with numerous awards and honors from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Tufts University School of Medicine, Tufts Medical Center, Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, highlighting his contributions to public health, education, and patient care.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Alrakawi is an avid traveler who enjoys hiking, playing soccer, and immersing himself in diverse cultures around the world.

Steven Barry

Steven Barry holds a B.A. in Economics from Bates College with extensive professional experience in both financial and municipal management. In his role as Director of Outreach, Steve leads the Charles River team in fostering relationships across the recovery community, local cities and towns, labor partners, and serving as a general resource for anyone seeking help.

Steve’s Charles River Why – “Anything I have ever done in my professional career has been rooted in helping people.  There is no more direct correlate to that end than assisting people find their path to reclaim their life from the grips of addiction”. 

Jillian Martin
Jillian Martin, the Director of Clinical Services, brings over 15 years of experience in behavioral healthcare and more than a decade in national executive clinical leadership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science from Concordia College in Bronxville, NY, combining psychology and sociology, and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern Nazarene College. Licensed as an LADC I and LMHC, she is also EMDR-trained. Her diverse background spans patient care in various settings, including inpatient treatment for underserved populations, utilizing an eclectic approach and innovative therapies to enhance patient experiences across levels of care. Jillian enjoys planning adventures, living life to the fullest, and spending quality time with her son.