Mercy Street Bridgewater
Let It Out at Mercy Street
A welcoming place for the fear, anger, grief, guilt, shame, exhaustion, and love that addiction leaves behind.
Those living with active addiction, those walking in recovery, those supporting someone they love, and those grieving a loss are all welcome.
Why Mercy Street?
Some feelings need somewhere to go.
Addiction reaches far beyond one person. It changes families, friendships, memories, and the way people move through the world. Mercy Street gives those experiences room to be spoken and heard.
Where
Do you carry the onslaught of emotions that comes with loving someone who struggles with addiction?
When
Parents, families, and friends are left feeling judged, isolated, and burdened to carry it all alone.
How
Do you deal with the fear, anger, guilt, shame, and exhaustion of it all?
That is why Mercy Street is here
You do not have to soften the truth before you walk through the door.
Mercy Street is a gathering of souls where people speak honestly, listen without judgment, and find hope among others who understand. The stories of our lives are still being written.
A night at Mercy Street
Come for dinner. Stay for connection.
There is no application, membership requirement, or pressure to speak. Bring something to share—or simply bring yourself.
Gather around the table
The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a potluck meal and fellowship. Bring a dish when you can, or simply come hungry.
Hear from someone who understands
At 7:30 p.m., a guest shares experience, perspective, or practical insight related to addiction, recovery, grief, family life, or healing.
Speak—or simply listen
Some people share openly. Others listen quietly. There is no right way to participate and no obligation to explain yourself.
Who belongs here?
Everyone affected by addiction has a place at the table.
Mercy Street is not limited to one stage of addiction, recovery, or grief. It is a community for the full human story.
Those living with active addiction
Come without pretending that everything is fine or that you already have all the answers.
Those walking in recovery
Bring your experience, your questions, your progress, and the parts of recovery that remain difficult.
Families and friends
Find people who understand the fear, anger, love, exhaustion, and uncertainty of supporting someone.
Those grieving a loss
Make room for grief in all its forms—including the emotions that do not fit neatly into ordinary condolences.
Your first visit
You might be wondering…
It is normal to feel uncertain about walking into a new room, especially when the subject is personal.
Do I have to talk?
No. Some people speak, some listen, and some simply share the meal. You decide how much you want to participate.
Do I need to bring food?
No. Bring a dish when you are able, or simply bring your appetite. There will be a seat for you either way.
Is Mercy Street treatment or counseling?
No. Mercy Street offers community, conversation, and connection. It does not replace professional treatment, counseling, or emergency care.
Do I have to belong to a church?
No. Mercy Street is a non-denominational ministry of Trinity Episcopal Church. People of every faith and no faith are welcome.
Will the evening feel heavy or depressing?
Difficult subjects arise, but so do laughter, friendship, food, honesty, and hope. Mercy Street makes room for the full range of human experience.
Do I need to register?
No registration is required. Mercy Street is free and open to anyone affected by addiction.
Need help now?
Connection matters. So does immediate support.
Mercy Street is a community gathering, not a treatment provider or crisis service. These resources can connect you with immediate emotional support and substance-use services.
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
Free, confidential support and referrals to treatment, recovery, and harm-reduction services, available 24/7.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free and confidential emotional support for anyone experiencing a mental-health crisis or severe emotional distress.
Immediate danger
When you or someone else is in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, contact emergency services.
Come as you are
There is always a seat at the table.
Bring the grief, the anger, the questions, the exhaustion, the progress, the setbacks, and the hope. You do not have to organize your feelings before you arrive.