Concord Hospital Health System is proud to announce that the 2025 Bridge to Recovery Walk, held on September 21, raised over $50,000 to support critical mental health and substance use disorder programs and services at Concord Hospital – Laconia and Concord Hospital – Franklin.
About 200 community members gathered at Concord Hospital – Franklin to take part in the family-friendly two-mile walk, enjoy live music, share a pancake breakfast, and honor loved ones at the Recovery & Memorial Table. Together, walkers, donors and sponsors helped ensure patients and families in our region continue to receive compassionate, life-saving care close to home.
“The incredible turnout and support from community members sends a strong message to patients suffering from these issues: you are seen, others care about you, and you are not alone,” said Chief Advancement Officer Veronica Rosa. “As October brings National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, Red Ribbon Week, and World Mental Health Day, we are reminded these issues are ever-present and our community is stronger when we stand together. The funds raised through this event support our year-round prevention, treatment, and recovery commitments.”
The success of the 2025 Bridge to Recovery Walk was made possible thanks to the following generous supporters: Anthem/AmeriBen, Concord Imaging Center, Franklin Savings Bank, Dr. Paul Racicot, Dr. Veronica Tucker, Dr. Paul Friend, Denron Hall, Belknap Tire & Auto Repair, Bruce & Barbie Carrier, Concord Hospital Medical Staff, Concord Hospital Medical Staff – Franklin & Laconia, Lakes Region Airport Shuttle, LLC, Stewart’s Ambulance Service, The Turner Group, Bonnette, Page & Stone, Corp., Gilford Rotary Club, Granite State Glass, Pike Industries, Inc., Best Septic Service, Bonnie Tisdale, Capital Title & Escrow, LLC, Don and Karen Welford, Irwin Automotive Group, Mark Lamper, Esq., New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc., Veronica Rosa & Family, Boomer’s Barbeque, Café Déjà Vu, Corey Gately, Foster’s Tavern, Heather Bishop, Heath’s Ace Hardware, Juggernaut Fitness, Laconia Daily Sun, Lakes Media NH, Lisa Cornish, Lakes Region Tent & Event, Marcia Loughlin, Mariano Restaurant Group, Mello Moose Coffee House, Northeast Communications Corp., Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, Shannon Gately, Shawn J. Sullivan Law Office, Speedy Printing & Copying, Taylor Rental Center – Belmont, Teresa Cothern, US Foods, and Wayne St. Jaques.
For details on participating in or supporting next year’s event, please contact Heidi Smith, philanthropy officer, at (603) 737-6752 or heismith@crhc.org.