Thomas' Hope Foundation

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Thomas' Hope Foundation

We support individuals and their loved ones during their journey through addiction and into recovery. Nonprofit Organization

08/31/2026

When someone reaches out for help, the window to act is small.

Gerald Duggan, Linda Ventura, and Mary unpack the real barriers that stand between a person and recovery, from the walls that go up after 28 days to the $20 that can derail everything. Being present in that first moment matters more than most people realize.

👉 Hear the full conversation on the Thomas' Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️💙

08/28/2026

If you are constantly feeling stuck or like your emotions have you trapped on a ride you never signed up for, you are not alone.

Join us at Thomas’ Hope Foundation for our new program dedicated to Emotional Regulation. Together, we will explore how our nervous systems work, learn real ways to regulate ourselves, and build practical coping skills focused on solutions and lasting balance.

🗓️ When: Every Wednesday

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

📍 Where: 755 Waverly Ave, Suite 205, Holtsville NY 11741

Step into a supportive, non-judgmental space built to help you regain your peace. See you this Wednesday! 🫂❤️

08/24/2026

Substance use disorder affects the entire family ecosystem, and so often, loved ones carry heavy questions like, "What didn't I do for them?"

In this candid discussion, Linda Ventura, Mary, and Gerald Duggan emphasize why support must be consistent and compassionate. People struggling do not need more lectures, they need dedicated allies who show up, listen, and walk alongside them with real resources.

👉 Learn more about how we support both individuals and families by tuning into the full episode on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel today! 📺🏠

08/21/2026

People often focus heavily on the specific drug, but as Linda and Gerald share, the substance itself is almost secondary. When your nervous system is trapped in survival mode, flight or freeze, your body is simply seeking a way to feel safe and calm. It does not judge whether something is good or bad, it just reaches for relief.

👉 To dive deeper into how the nervous system and trauma drive addiction, watch the full podcast episode on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️✨

08/17/2026

Gerald’s comparison says it all: just as a child with a severe allergy cannot eat cheese, someone with the disease of addiction cannot simply handle a drink or a substance like everyone else. Replacing one substance with another does not heal the disease, because the real issue is not the drink or the drug. The real issue is the underlying psychic wound.

👉 Ready to hear more of this eye-opening conversation? Catch the full podcast with Linda and Gerald on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️🏠

08/14/2026

Every person suffering from addiction has experienced trauma. As Gerald notes, learning abstinence without addressing that underlying trauma leaves the job half done. When brain chemistry ignites the disease of addiction, it cannot simply be switched off. We have to understand the why to build lasting recovery.

👉 Listen to Linda and Gerald’s full, unfiltered discussion on addiction and trauma on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️🏠

08/10/2026

When people say, "I could feel it in my gut," that is a real, physical sensation. As Gerald and Linda discuss, somatic practices like yoga, breathwork, sound healing, and EMDR help release deep trauma stored within the body without always having to speak about it.

👉 Discover more pathways to holistic healing by watching the full podcast with Linda and Gerald on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️💖

08/07/2026

Trauma is far more than just a word or an idea. As Gerald and Linda share, trauma is a physical response where your nervous system is triggered because you do not feel safe. You cannot simply think your way out of it, because it requires a physical process of healing. Understanding this is key to addressing the root causes of recurrence and addiction.

👉 Want to dive deeper into this crucial conversation? Watch the full podcast episode with Linda and Gerald on the Thomas’ Hope Foundation YouTube channel! 🎙️✨

08/03/2026

A glimpse into the energy at our latest Heart Speaks Open Mic Night! From acoustic jams to heartfelt poetry, our community showed up and brought the house down. This is what healing in togetherness looks like.

Tap the link in our bio to stay updated on upcoming community events and open mic dates! 🙌💙

07/31/2026

Looking for a safe space to connect, share strength, and find unity? Join us every Friday at 12:00 PM for the Circle of Healing, facilitated by Gerald Duggan.

Whether you are in recovery yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to understand, this group is open to everyone.

🗓️ When: Fridays @ 12:00 PM

💻 Google Meet: meet.google.com/ajw-jugr-pbx

📞 Join by Phone: +1 508-970-9156 (PIN: 201 691 467 #)

Take a mid-day exhale with us this Friday. You belong here. 🤝❤️

Address

755 Waverly Avenue Suite 205
Holtsville, NY
11742

Telephone

+16318174673

Website

http://www.thomashopes.org/

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