South Middlesex Opportunity Council - Rhodes to Recovery

Peer-Led Residential Living in Millbury

Rhodes to Recovery is a women-only, short-term social model residential program. The setting is built around peer-oriented communal living, where residents share daily responsibilities and support one another in a structured home environment. The program’s focus on community and self-sufficiency may be a fit for women who want recovery support that feels practical and relationship-driven, rather than highly clinical.

Counseling That Addresses Substance Use and Trauma

Residents receive substance use disorder counseling in both individual and group formats. Clinical approaches include motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, anger management, brief interventions, trauma-related counseling, and 12-step facilitation. The program also supports clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. For clients who use medications for addiction treatment (MAT), Rhodes to Recovery accepts those medications when they are prescribed by an external provider, helping clients maintain continuity of care.

Practical Support for Stability and Independence

A key differentiator is the program’s emphasis on real-life stability alongside counseling. Case management and advocacy can help residents access social services and community resources. The program also offers skills development, education support, vocational training, and employment support — useful for clients working to rebuild routines, financial stability, and next steps after treatment. Transportation assistance may be available, which can reduce barriers to appointments and essential services while in residential care.

Step-Down Planning and Ongoing Recovery Supports

Rhodes to Recovery provides discharge planning and aftercare or continuing care to support the transition out of residential treatment. Recovery support includes relapse prevention planning, peer mentoring, self-help groups, and recovery coaching. When appropriate, the program also connects residents to transitional housing support, helping them move into a more stable living environment as they continue recovery.