DESIGN FOR RECOVERY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- Program Director
Derek Eckley, a native of New Jersey struggled for more than a decade to overcome his addiction. In and out of 18 treatment centers, he nearly lost all hope before trying one last hand in Los Angeles. He entered an all-male, structured sober living that taught him invaluable lessons he carries with him today-lessons he now works tirelessly to spread to young men struggling to navigate a path he knows all to well.
Derek understands that removing drugs and alcohol is just the first step toward rebuilding a fulfilling life in recovery. He mentors men who struggle with addiction and mental health, guiding them through obstacles often encountered in early recovery-including repairing broken relationships with family, learning how to budget, and navigating job and career placement.
Derek preaches continued involvement in a 12-step program, the same one he credits with his personal sobriety. He believes strongly in principles like discipline, accountability, responsibility and integrity. He adheres to the notion that recovery is not give, it is earned one day at a time with and eye toward a much brighter future.
Sober living is a Level 3 form of residential care under the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria. It provides a structured living environment for individuals in recovery, focusing on maintaining sobriety and developing life skills.
Our sober living homes offer structured programs in a nurturing environment for addiction recovery.
Our sober living homes offer structured programs in a nurturing environment for addiction recovery.
Our sober living homes offer structured programs in a nurturing environment for addiction recovery.