Pierce came to The Grounds from Virginia after completing substance abuse treatment. He chose The Grounds because it gave him the structure and momentum he needed to motivate, set goals and live a satisfying, sober life. Pierce is moving up the ranks at his place of employment, he is continuing to work with his therapist, and as of this recording, he is eleven months sober.  For more information on The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

Young men from across the country come to The Grounds transitional living program with the intent of building the life skills necessary to maintain a sober life. One of the more unique aspects of The Grounds program is its use of surfing throughout the recovery process. Many of The Grounds’ residents have never been on a board when they arrive, and surfing is by no means a requirement, but for most, it becomes an integral part of their recovery – as a form of therapy, and as an introduction to a supportive community and healthy lifestyle.  For more information on The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

For young men in need of additional support, as they transition from rehabilitation to independent sober living, The Grounds provides structure and helps residents build life skills through manageable steps. Located in San Diego, California, The Grounds features the main house and a step-down house. Over the course of the program, residents work with sponsors, attend 12-step programs, attain employment, and learn to manage their finances. Throughout their time at The Grounds, residents gain the skills they need to maintain a sober life, while also enjoying their free time in a healthy manner – pursuing hobbies such as surfing, hiking, biking, and other activities.  For more information on The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

Case management at The Grounds involves preparing residents for success over the long term. Case managers assist residents with financial planning and accountability development. They also help with job skills including resume building, interviewing, workplace behavior, and career selection. Case managers make sure their clients are attending their meetings, communicating with their sponsors and therapists and are generally thriving within the program. They build reports for weekly communication with family members, and provide status updates to insure their clients are meeting their goals and addressing any issues along the way.  For more information on The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

Employment, school, continued therapy, ample amounts of free time and a plenty of fun activities make San Diego’s The Grounds’ transitional living program one of the best in the country for young men in need of assistance as they move from rehabilitation to independent living.  For more information, about The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

Located a few blocks from the main house, The Grounds step down house is the final transition to independent living. Members spend approximately 90 days here, where they manage their own schedules, maintain employment, pay for the majority of their living expenses and learn how to budget their money for when the transition to fully independent living. For more information on the step-down house and The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

Young men who have completed detox and primary rehabilitation treatment, wilderness therapy, boarding school or other intervention programs are eligible for The Grounds’ transitional living – a program that teaches structured, progressive independence. Developing the life skills necessary for independent living begins at the main house, where members spend an average of 90 days in a structured environment that helps them progress toward independence in manageable steps.  For more information on the Main House and The Grounds program, visit The Grounds Program page.

When you’re living in San Diego, it’s easy to find fun, healthy activities every day! This video is a recent Grounds Recovery activity, highlighting the fact that you can have this much fun and be sober.