New Transitional Recovery House Opens in New London with On-Site Nurse

The Shoreline House of Hope is Connecticut's first substance abuse recovery house with regular nursing care for clients.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:00pm

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The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Inc. (SCADD) has opened a new substance abuse recovery house in New London, Connecticut that provides on-site nursing care for up to 12 residents. The Shoreline House of Hope is the first of its kind in the state and aims to help clients transition from treatment to permanent housing while addressing their medical needs.

Why it matters

The new recovery house fills a gap in the continuum of care for those struggling with substance abuse by providing both medical and recovery support in a transitional housing setting. This model could serve as an example for expanding access to person-centered, recovery-oriented care across the state.

The details

The Shoreline House of Hope is fully funded by the state Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and has a nurse on staff for 60 hours per week. The house provides a "safe, sober living environment" for residents who require on-site nursing support, such as for wound care or other acute medical issues. In addition to nursing care, residents receive individualized case management and connections to community-based treatment and recovery services.

  • The Shoreline House of Hope opened on March 5, 2026.

The players

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Inc. (SCADD)

A nonprofit organization formed in 1966 to assist men with alcohol recovery, whose mission has since expanded to help all residents in addressing substance-abuse issues at campuses in New London, Norwich and Lebanon.

Stacey Lawton

The CEO of SCADD.

Nancy Navarretta

The Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

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What they’re saying

“This program fills a long-standing gap in the continuum of care. Our hope is, if we can demonstrate its success, is that this is a model the state would consider investing into.”

— Stacey Lawton, CEO, SCADD

“By addressing both medical and recovery needs in a supportive housing setting, the Shoreline House of Hope strengthens our system of care and will improve outcomes for individuals navigating complex recovery journeys.”

— Nancy Navarretta, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

What’s next

SCADD is hoping that the success of the Shoreline House of Hope model will lead the state to consider investing in similar programs to expand access to this type of integrated medical and recovery support across Connecticut.

The takeaway

The Shoreline House of Hope represents an innovative approach to addressing the complex needs of individuals in recovery by providing both medical care and recovery services in a transitional housing setting. If successful, this model could serve as a blueprint for expanding access to person-centered, recovery-oriented care for those struggling with substance abuse issues across the state.