A New Chapter in Recovery: Wings of Hope Opens in Newington
In a powerful step forward for recovery support in Hartford County, Wings of Hope Recovery is officially opening its newest sober living residence in the heart of Newington, Connecticut. With a proven model rooted in structure, dignity, and evidence-based best practices, Wings of Hope expands into this town with a clear mission: to empower individuals in recovery to rebuild their lives—one step, one phase, and one day at a time.
But to understand why this matters so deeply here, we need to look at the story of substance use in Newington, and in Hartford County more broadly.
A Town That’s Been Doing the Work: Newington isn’t new to this fight.
For decades, the town has been committed to proactive mental health and addiction services. The Newington Department of Human Services, established in 1955, has long supported vulnerable residents through counseling, youth programs, and emergency assistance.
More recently, in 2018, Newington’s Youth-Adult Council, in collaboration with public schools and the Central Connecticut Health District, organized prescription drug abuse prevention events, helping families and young people understand the risks of opioid misuse. These weren’t just talks—they were community-wide efforts to educate and empower.
The town also offers a strong base of outpatient providers, therapists, and nonprofit agencies. This ecosystem of care makes Newington an ideal location for Wings of Hope to integrate and enhance recovery pathways.
Why Hartford County Needs This Now: The numbers tell a sobering story.
Hartford County, like many areas across Connecticut, has seen the toll of substance use disorders increase in recent years—especially with the rise of fentanyl-laced drugs and the lingering mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Over 1,300 Connecticut residents died of opioid overdoses in 2021, 90% of them involving fentanyl.
In Hartford County, recent surges in overdoses—including 17 suspected deaths in just one week in June 2025—have overwhelmed emergency services.
Young adults (ages 18–25) in Connecticut report some of the highest rates of substance use disorders in the nation, with 20.8% affected between 2017–2019.
Adults over 26 still struggle at high rates too, with over 60% reporting alcohol use and 30% reporting binge drinking in the past month.
These numbers are more than statistics—they represent lives lost, families fractured, and communities hurting.
What Wings of Hope Brings to Newington
Wings of Hope Recovery isn’t just another sober house. It’s a program. A plan. A purpose.
Here’s what makes this home—and this organization—different:
Structured Phases Modeled After Military Principles: Residents work through clear personal development phases designed to build responsibility, confidence, and independence.
Affordable Weekly Fees: Making recovery accessible to working-class and middle-income individuals who often fall through the cracks.
Onsite & Community-Based Support: Residents are connected to job training, mental health services, 12-step groups, sound healing, and social outings.
Tech-Forward Systems: Recovery progress is tracked using a secure platform, while house operations are managed with professionalism and care.
Integrated Referrals: Wings of Hope partners with local organizations for detox support, IOP, job placement, and peer services.
For women in recovery who are ready to take that next step after treatment or incarceration, the Newington house is more than a place to live—it’s a place to grow.
Recovery Is Community Work
The opioid crisis doesn’t just happen in back alleys or big cities—it’s in our schools, our workplaces, and our neighborhoods. That’s why every new resource matters.
Wings of Hope Recovery is proud to be a part of Newington’s continued commitment to healing. With the support of local providers, civic leaders, and community members, we believe this home will help change lives—and in doing so, strengthen the entire community.
Welcome home, Newington. Let’s keep doing this work together.
