You may be surprised by how much influence you actually have! Most of us came to Discovery Place because of decisions made by our loved ones. This is actually a big part of what we do. We were the fathers and sons in the same position as your fathers and
It’s true, our programs have produced long-term sobriety for 83% of participants. But you probably think what you have going on, or the details of your specific circumstance, are a recipe for failure. We felt that way too. Every one of us. Our disease not only tells us we don’t have a
It’s true, the prospect of taking 30 days away from daily life can be daunting. However, alcoholism and addiction are progressive illnesses – meaning the symptoms and their consequences tend to grow in severity. Unfortunately, you can’t afford not to focus your undivided attention upon your recovery. The tools, fellowship,
Generally transportation to Discovery Place is the responsibility of the guest and his family. If a guest is coming from a Middle Tennessee area detox facility or being released on furlough from an area jail, we can help to facilitate transportation. Arrangements can also be made with a third party
Each guest at Discovery Place will be assigned a Guide (think ‘case manager’) that will be your primary point of contact. His Guide will reach out to you throughout his stay with us.
We meet men where they are at. Discovery Place is a 12 Step based program. While there is an emphasis on spirituality, we are not a religious program. Men from all walks of life have found a new beginning at Discovery Place.
We recognize the important role that outside help can play in a person’s recovery. Our experience has shown us that men get the most benefit from outside therapy after their bodies have been free from drugs and alcohol for a period of time. In most cases we suggest waiting until
While you are a guest at Discovery Place we want you to focus on your recovery. We ask that you handle any ongoing personal or professional business before you enter our program. Should a situation arise that requires cell phone access we will make every reasonable effort to accommodate. As
Building a solid foundation of recovery takes time. Our three phased approach allows a man time to not only heal, but to develop and hone the skills needed to lead a happy and joyous life. The first 90 days are crucial to this process. Upon entry into our third phase,
It can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be fruitless. Our suggestion would be to back up your internet research with real, human phone calls. Ask for testimonials, or even to speak with alumni. Here are some questions you should be able to ask any facility’s admissions staff: This is a big decision.
