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Shanna and Alexis Graham
Palm Beach residents Alexis and Shanna Graham donated $1 million to advance Hanley Foundation’s new Casa Flores program. Their investment follows the lead gift made by Palm Beach residents Stacy and Keith Palagye in 2024 to help expectant mothers and their newborns affected by the increased rate of substance use disorder.
Each year, close to 20,000 newborns are exposed to opioids in the United States. To help end the generational cycle of substance use disorder, Hanley Foundation recently launched Casa Flores, a residential program designed to assist women ages 18 and older through pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Casa Flores provides medically supervised support and residential care, allowing pregnant women to access high-quality prenatal and postnatal services while receiving treatment for alcohol and substance use disorders. A vital feature of the program allows infants to stay with their mothers, preserving the bond between them.
“Addiction is complex and can have neurological, sociological and societal impacts that many of us may not fully understand,” says Alexis. “We believe it is crucial for these women to have a safe space where they can seek support without fear of public shame or concern for their personal safety. Additionally, we believe women deserve expert care by trained professionals who can help them move forward in their lives.”
Contributions such as the Grahams’ and the Palagyes’ will help propel Casa Flores forward. Nearly $4 million has been raised so far for the program, which currently houses five mother-baby suites for pregnant women in recovery. Hanley Foundation aims to expand the program to 12 suites by 2026, helping even more families in overcoming trauma and substance use disorder.
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