Charlford House is a 15-bed, long-term residential recovery home in North Burnaby that has been supporting women overcoming drug and alcohol addiction since 1970. It provides a structured, compassionate, non-institutional home environment rooted in the 12-Step model and supported by experienced, empathetic staff, many of whom have lived experience in addiction and long-term recovery.

Our Mission

To provide women with a safe, healthy, and compassionate environment for recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

Our Values

• Respect, compassion, and dignity for all clients, staff, board members, and volunteers

• Embracing recovery as a powerful journey that positively impacts individuals and families

• Building peer relationships and mentoring within a highly structured living environment

• Supporting community integration through active participation in Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous meetings

Our Vision

• Break the cycle of dependence by expanding recovery resources for women

• Offer a professionally staffed, non-institutional home

• Inspire hope and foster lifelong connections with the women and families we serve

Our Goals for Residents

Women in our program strive to:

• Maintain abstinence from drugs and alcohol

• Increase self-awareness and inner strength

• Enhance personal potential and responsibility

• Build a solid foundation for lifelong recovery

• Integrate the 12 Steps into daily life

• Establish lasting support networks beyond Charlford House