Mission & History

The New Model: Malley Farm for Women

In early 2024 our mission evolved to meet the needs of the greater community. We recognized that women from all walks of life may need assistance on their journey. The result of major life challenges such as the death of a loved one, divorce, job change, housing insecurity, domestic situations, and so much more…

Our new model is based on the practice of holistic living. The five key principles of holistic living are: Physical Health, Spiritual Health, Emotional Health, Social Health, and Mental Health. All are interconnected and we believe that focusing on all five dimensions contributes to our wellbeing.

We are a substance-, vape-, and smoke-free home with a focus on building wellness lifestyle habits. We ask that residents be willing to remain substance free while residing at Malley Farm. Here at Malley Farm, we prioritize healthy nutrition and exercise, which supports healing from the inside out. We believe that spending time outside in nature is like a daily vitamin.

2015-2024: Sober Sisters Recovery at Malley Farm

Finding a home for our women was divinely guided and perfectly timed. We were blessed to learn that the Malley Farm, donated to the City of Somersworth New Hampshire, was available!

In July of 2015, we received our non-profit status with the initial seed money already raised from two half marathon fundraisers. In February of 2016 we signed our lease agreement with the City of Somersworth, and the work began!

Thanks to the incredible dedication of volunteers, local businesses, our supportive community—and a whole lot of miracles, Sober Sisters Recovery at Malley Farm opened its doors in July of 2016.

Sober Sisters Recovery offered sober structured living for over 140 women while continuing the restoration. Residents at Sober Sisters Recovery shared a safe, structured home where they received support from staff, volunteers, and each other. The home provided holistic services, case management, life skills and accountability. During those eight years Sober Sisters Recovery was continually active in the greater recovery community of Strafford County. We partnered with several recovery organizations in the State of New Hampshire and are forever grateful for these relationships.

Through the years, Sober Sisters Recovery and its supporters raised and provided over $700,000, and innumerable hours of sweat equity. We are proud that our efforts have brought this city-owned landmark back to life in a way that brings purpose and joy to the community.

Today we celebrate successes from Sober Sisters Recovery and are incredibly proud of our alumni. Several women have continued to achieve goals such as promotions in the job place, continuing their education, reunification with children, marriage, purchase of homes… and many remain of service and volunteer at the new Malley Farm for Women!