As Tom Farley steps into his new role at Recovery.com, it’s not just a new job for him—it’s a meaningful next step in both his personal journey and our mission to make recovery easier to navigate for everyone. This is an exciting moment for all of us as Tom brings his unique experience and passion to the table, helping us grow and expand our reach.
Tom’s story starts in Madison, where he grew up in a close-knit family filled with laughter, but also marked by struggles with alcohol. Coming from a long line of Irish Catholics from Wisconsin, alcohol played a big role in his family, and it deeply affected each member in different ways. These early experiences shaped Tom’s desire to help others and fight the stigma around addiction. One of the hardest parts of his life was watching his brother, Chris Farley, battle substance abuse, which eventually led to Chris’s death.
Tom’s own battle with substance use led him to recovery, and from there, he made it his life’s work to help others. He began by speaking out and supporting people, and now he’s bringing that passion to Recovery.com.
At Recovery.com, Tom’s personal journey and professional experience come together. “My family intimately understands the challenges of finding quality care for your loved ones,” he says. His background makes him even more committed to our mission: to make it easier for people to find recovery options by offering simple and clear resources for families and individuals.
Tom’s previous work at Rosecrance Behavioral Health, a respected name in the treatment world, gave him a deep appreciation for ethical and quality care. This experience pushed him to expand his impact, leading him to join us at Recovery.com.
Now, Tom is using his experience to help more people. Looking back on his journey, he says,
“… I need to get people help. There’s a lot of stuff in between, but starting from this family that had a lot of drinking with a sibling that died of this disease, to being an advocate and then finally being in recovery myself, and now working in the field…yeah, it’s been an incredible journey.”
At Recovery.com, we believe that recovery is a journey filled with hope and the possibility of thriving. Tom is the perfect example of this, showing how recovery can lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Tom often talks about how important it is to feel connected to a community. Whether he’s speaking at events or attending recovery meetings, he always feels that sense of belonging. This connection is not just comforting—it’s key to making real change.
“I’ve been talking about connection for years, but it’s that sense of belonging that drives it home,” Tom says. “When I walk into a meeting, I immediately feel connected, no matter where I am.”
His continued work reminds us that recovery isn’t something you do alone—it’s about finding a community that truly understands your journey.
We’re excited to welcome Tom to Recovery.com and share his inspiring story. He’s committed to making recovery more accessible to everyone, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!