Elisha House is a recovery project founded in Colne, East Lancashire, in 2016 by a local couple passionate about giving back to their community.

At Elisha House we recognise addiction is a complex illness. We provide a safe, supportive environment and evidence based interventions which promote healing from trauma and the drivers of substance misuse.

As a Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO), our approach is rooted in empathy and understanding. Our dedicated team, many of whom have lived experience with addiction and recovery, provides 24/7 support to adult males with a history of substance misuse.

Currently, we support 31 residents across the three stages of our project. Our mission is to assist individuals in achieving abstinence from all substances, including alcohol, while reconnecting with their families, building meaningful friendships, and exploring new passions.

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Elisha House Recovery Community

Tel: 01282 542590 email: carl.molyneux@elishahouse.org.uk
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Elisha House Recovery Community21 hours ago
We had a creative writing session with Donna Worthington ✍️

The lads had a go at writing their own poems and raps, then shared them with everyone.

Here’s a little look at what they came up with 🎤😊
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⭐️Our next star performer to highlight from Elisha House Recovery Community and the recent Theatre of Hope performance at The Muni Theatre is Kyle. After growing up around addiction in childhood, Kyle followed a similar path into adulthood and has been suffering from addiction for 14 years. He describes his experience of addiction as being filled with anxiety, constantly feeling like other people are out to get you. His motivation to enter rehab is his son and aims to break the cycle of addition that he has experience with his own parents. Watch the video to hear Kyle’s full story and help us to raise awareness for future generations. And keep an eye out for his handwritten poem that will be showcased soon…
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Kyle’s story of addiction to performer
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We spoke with another of our Theatre of Hope performers, Darren to hear about his unique experience of addiction and how he found himself on the stage. Darren was stuck in addiction for 33 years after using substances for the first time at only 11 years old. A frightful but real way of life for many of the residents that come through Elisha House Recovery Community

Darren describes his experience with Arts for Wellbeing and the theatre performance as lighting him up and reigniting his passion for motivational speaking. Watch this space, he’s ready for a life on the screen!
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Darren’s story from addiction to the stage
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James got his first prison sentence at 17 years old, after following his friends and starting to take drugs at just 16. Since then, he has been in and out of prison for the last 30 years. When he first came along to Elisha House Recovery Community he wasn’t quite ready for recovery but tells us he learnt something about himself each time he was there. James left Elisha over 6 months ago after being part of the Thread of Hope play at The Muni Theatre. He knew he’d struggle with the daunting aspect of the theatre performance but describes it as giving him ‘a sense of purpose’ as well as bringing him closer to his family, both incredible achievements to him.

If you missed the performance back in 2024, you can watch it on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGHUJhrEVLI&t=3s
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James takes the stage after being in and out of prison for 30 years
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After losing his brother earlier in the year to addiction, Darren found himself struggling to cope. His family was the driving force in getting him into recovery as he wanted to ensure that his mother didn't lose another son.

Darren tells us that his performance during the recent Theatre of Hope show at The Muni Theatre in July actually made his sister believe he was back using, but was really just some good acting thanks to the Arts for Wellbeing - Pendle workshops he's been partaking in. 📽️Hear Darren's full story in the video below.
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Darren’s story of loss, recovery and theatre
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Elisha House Recovery Community4 days ago
There’s more going on behind the counter than just making coffee. ☕️

For some of our residents, working in the café is a chance to get into a routine, chat to customers, learn new things and build their confidence.

It might look like a normal shift, but there’s a lot happening along the way. 💪
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Elisha House was the backbone for my recovery process. Because of the ongoing nature of the support and friendships I made I was able to focus and distract myself away from the addictions which had a hold on me previously.

Resident John

I've made friends for life here. The range of activities has also helped me transform my life.

Resident Kevin

Working at Elisha House gives me so much pleasure and sense of achievement. To see people transform their lives and to know you've been a part of that is something really special.

Volunteer Simone

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Please feel free to reach out to us through the provided phone number or email. Our team is committed to responding to your enquiries promptly and assisting you with any information you may need.

Whether you have questions about volunteering opportunities, want to donate, or simply wish to learn more about our initiatives, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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carl.molyneux@elishahouse.org.uk

11 Burnley Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 8DY

 

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