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Asheville, NC 28801
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Our residents are fathers, sons, brothers, husbands, coworkers, students and friends. Ordinary and extraordinary men struggling to overcome what is often a hidden but all too common disease—a disease that takes its toll not only on the addict, but also on his family, friends and community. A disease that is treatable through programs such as Next Step Recovery.

We know our program works because our residents tell us in so many ways—with hugs and laughter, shared struggles and victories, and visits from alumni who are excited to tell us how well they’re doing. By making it through another day, substance free.

We invite you to read some of the personal testimonies of the men we’ve had the privilege of helping.


Next Step Recovery has provided many things that my initial treatment facility neglected. Particularly, fellowship with other brothers in recovery, continuing education regarding my disease and, more importantly, a home where I can feel secure, loved and cared for.
—D.D.


Brighten your life

After primary treatment, it was recommended to me that I live at Next Step Recovery. I only intended to live there for 90 days, but ended up staying for much longer. Not only did I find it safe and comfortable, but Susan and the staff helped me build a strong foundation for my recovery.

I graduated from Next Step Recovery more than a year ago, and I still include the team at Next Step in my recovery network and extended family here in Asheville.
—B.C.


The whole year I lived here, everyone I knew would have their up days and their down days. These guys are amazing at taking those down days and turning them into up days. I was shown a lot of respect from day one. They were here for me."
—N.H.


I had heard of three-quarter houses, halfway houses and transitional living. It just seemed like somewhere to live so you wouldn't be homeless; but this is definitely a place where you can come in and they work their butts off to help us. As soon as you get here, they don't waste any time.
—K.S.


After coming out of detox at age 18, and heading straight into the "real world" as I called it, it did not turn out very well. I was thrust back into the same situation, the same place, the same mind set as when I went in, except there were no drugs in my system—but that quickly changed.

I like Next Step Recovery because it is slowly getting me into the groove of things. Having a way to step back into normal everyday life is essential.
—A.S.


Next Step Recovery has provided many things that my initial treatment facility neglected. Particularly, fellowship with brothers in recovery, continuing education regarding my disease and, more importantly, a home where I can feel secure, loved, and cared for.
—Adam


This house is filled with love and compassion. Without this house, I don't know where I would be, so I am very grateful for Next Step Recovery in giving me a chance to get my life back after the damage drugs have done in my life.
—Ira


Next Step Recovery has been a great blessing to me. It is something I have been praying about for a long time; a peaceful place, a loving and caring place, a place where someone can get a great start back into the world. This is a heavenly living place to be.
—Toney


I love Next Step Recovery. It has given me the opportunity to get my life back together. If this place were not here, I don't know where I would be. This is the nicest halfway house in Asheville. I really feel like I have taken a step forward by coming here.
—Joe


There are very few places in Western North Carolina for guys with the disease of alcoholism and addiction to get help and have a safe place to stay. Next Step Recovery has given me a second chance at life. It is a wonderful and truly blessed place to be. The love and fellowship are very special.
—Darrell


Next Step Recovery offers me another chance at life. The unity and love we have here is priceless. Next Step Recovery saved my life. It has turned my life around completely, and I am so thankful for it.
—Kevin


In 2002, my life came crashing down, and I could not control it. It became unmanageable. I have been through several treatment programs, and none of them has been as good as Next Step Recovery. I feel that my life is coming back together. I have a child on the way, and I feel that this house will give me the tools I need to live life clean and sober and to become the father my child needs.

Next Step Recovery is a big asset to the community of Asheville, and I am so happy to be a part of it. Susan is more than happy to help us in any way she can. She is truly a wonderful woman. I would greatly recommend Next Step Recovery to anyone who is serious about recovery.
—Matthew


Next Step Recovery has helped me when nobody else seemed to care. Susan is a very special person who I am very grateful to and respect a lot. I don’t know where I would be today without her and the guys at Next Step Recovery.
—Shannon


Next Step Recovery has got to be the best move I have ever made. It used to be very difficult for me to remain sober for any length of time, but with the available counseling, the structure, and camaraderie, Next Step Recovery provides an excellent step to transition back into life without alcohol.
—John


My miracle happened during the course of my stay at Next Step Recovery. When I first came here in March of 2007, I felt welcomed with open arms, like I was at home. Now it is five months later, and I still feel like I am at home. The camaraderie of the smoking patio, the cleanliness and ambiance of the houses and the kitchen, the immediate availability of a manager, mentor, or fellow addict to talk to through bad times is what makes Next Step Recovery special.

Asheville North Carolina is known as a recovery town, and Next Step Recovery is known as one of the best recovery houses in town. If you are serious about recovery, this place gives you everything you need including on-site counseling and relapse prevention.
—Park


When the recovery process becomes a necessity of one’s life, Next Step Recovery is there for you 100%. Learning how to live life without any mind-altering substances is the next step. Our director, Susan is a licensed professional counselor who offers counseling when needed. Lifelong recovery is difficult; living the Next Step Recovery life keeps my future brighter. Let’s all take the Next Step.
—Jeff


Next Step Recovery has been a blessing in my life. I have forged relationships with my fellow house mates that I never thought could be possible. We share each others triumphs and losses. We are not cell mates; we are friends. It has helped me a lot to have a safe place to come home to, a place where we share the same feelings at times, or experiences, strengths and hopes—it is all here.  No man stands alone, but together we stand. We might be a motley crew, but we are a crew.
—Horace


Next Step Recovery has been a great foundation for me in the beginning of my journey in recovery. The fellowship and leadership of the home has really given me the vital tools to be successful in my program. The road of recovery is not easy but, with the safety of this program, we can and do recover. I would recommend to anyone who is looking for an experience that will last for a lifetime to come join the family at Next Step Recovery.
—Dane


Before coming to Next Step Recovery my future was anything but certain. After coming to the house, I learned to function in an all-male community and become reunited with some life skills that I had long forgotten. Being given this beautiful home and a safe place helped me to rebuild my self-esteem and confidence that I thought I could never recapture. Upon graduation, I feel I have a greater chance of recovery than I have had in recent years. My prayers and loyalty will always be to Next Step Recovery.
 —Michael


Next Step Recovery is a very big part of my life. To write this small paragraph is difficult because I could really write pages and pages easily on what this place means to me. This place has helped me to get my feet back on the ground. The meetings that Susan holds in the house have shown me how to lead a productive life without using drugs. Next Step Recovery is a fellowship of brothers who are helping each other out on this long road of recovery. This place really is one of kind. Next Step Recovery cares about each one of its residents. I am a better person all around for being a part of Next Step Recovery.
—Jason 


At 31, I lost everything I had because of depression and alcohol. I mean everything—the wife, the nice house, the great car, the good job, and even the dog. I checked myself into a therapeutic community in Western North Carolina that was essentially a work camp. I could not find the recovery that I needed there. After three and a half months in the work camp, I started to look for places I thought would be good for recovery.

I looked at various halfway houses in Asheville. I was very impressed with the staff at Next Step Recovery Inc., so I decided to reside there. Not only was a licensed counselor available on site, but also a group of men that were serious about kicking the addictions that they suffered from. The rules and other criteria that one has to abide by certainly helped me stay the course. For once in my life I was held accountable! I stayed at NSR for around 8 months. I was able to attain more than 11 months of sobriety before I hit a bump in the road.

I now have almost 90 days of sobriety. During my stay at NSR, I was the office manager. I found a passion for helping others that suffer from substance abuse and mental health issues, and that is my current occupation. I plan on attending Western Carolina University in the fall of 2008 for a degree in counseling.

If you get a chance, stop by the two well-maintained houses in the Montford area of Asheville. You will find that if you are serious about recovery, the staff and men at NSR are even more serious.
—S.M.S.

 

 

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