Impact & Vision: Executive Director’s Report
December 9, 2025
As I reflect on the work accomplished at Adeara Recovery Centre this past year, I am reminded of the impact that occurs when a community comes together for a united purpose. Looking back on the projects completed, the goals achieved, and the growth realized, I am reminded of what becomes possible through consistency, structure, and commitment. Every team at Adeara has embraced a culture of growth, supported by accountability and teamwork. Together, these efforts have resulted in transformed lives, restored families and further opportunities for recovery support.
Our Program Team, working directly with clients, developed and launched the Recovery Support Program, which includes our Transition House Program—extending care beyond the Centre for women leaving our residential program. They also refined our Philosophy of Care, the guiding framework behind how and why we serve. Meanwhile, the Operations Team played a vital role in securing another three-and four-year accreditation term and maintaining compliance with Mental Health Services Protection Act licensing across two facilities. The Fund Development Team continued to grow awareness and invite others into the Adeara community, strengthening the partnerships that make our mission possible. At More Than a Fad, we had our most profitable year to date, thanks to the hard work and countless hours from the staff and volunteers. Through the collective work of every team, we close this fiscal year with gratitude and awe at how these pieces have come together to expand Adeara’s capacity to support more women in building sustainable recovery.
In many ways, this organizational journey mirrors the process our clients commit to daily. The goals we set at the beginning of the year are not unlike the aspirations of women entering our program. While the circumstances differ, both journeys require persistence, structure, and multiple layers of support to see the work through to completion.
Adeara exists to see women overcome addiction and live in freedom through a life of recovery. When one woman experiences this transformation, the impact ripples outward—to her family, her community, and beyond. But transformation doesn’t happen overnight or in isolation. Recovery is rarely linear; it is a process shaped by time, resilience, and support. It requires encouragement, accountability, safety, and structure. As we celebrate each woman’s progress over her 12+ months with us, I am reminded of the words in Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” All things—the good, the hard, the painful, and the beautiful—are part of His work.
This same principle is reflected in the life of our organization. Each team member and each member of our community of support, plays a necessary role in advancing the mission of Adeara. Even greater than the achieved goals, are the lives that have been saved and transformed. The work is not done, and we know it will be a journey for a lifetime. Together, we continue to grow stronger and more united in our purpose: to help women step into lasting freedom and hope.
Lori Patrick, Executive Director