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About

Founded in 2007 by individuals in recovery, First Step Recovery House, Inc. was built on a shared vision to serve—creating a safe, structured, and supportive community for those seeking hope, healing, and a path to lasting recovery from addiction.

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Our

Foundation

Our Mission

At First Step Recovery, our mission is to provide a structured residential environment that fosters healing, personal growth, and lasting recovery. We see addiction as a coping mechanism—rather than a reflection of a person’s identity. At First Step Recovery we design our programs to offer encouragement, accountability and the tools needed to build a sustainable and fulfilling, healthy life.  Through daily routines, life skills training, and peer-supported activities, residents strengthen their sense of connection, responsibility and  confidence.

First Step Recovery endorses participation in 12-Step programs and other community-based recovery services as a cornerstone of successful recovery. By combining a structured living environment with engagement in positive support networks, we empower individuals to build new relationships, develop healthy habits, gain tools to make positive choices, and establish a foundation for lasting sobriety. Our goal is to help each person take meaningful steps toward independence, self-worth, and a renewed sense of purpose while providing the resources and community needed to thrive.

Our

Future

Our Vision

Dedicated to transforming lives, First Step Recovery House provides a supportive environment where individuals discover purpose, value, and take meaningful steps toward lasting recovery.

We guide participants on a path of personal growth and self-discovery, helping them understand who they are and what they are capable of achieving. Each step forward brings greater confidence, growth, and the opportunity to create a brighter, more empowered future.

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Accountability

Support

Integrity

Growth

Community

Compassion

Life Always
Has A New
Chapter

 

We’re here to help you

take the first step.

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Our

Heart

Our Team

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Mark Cross

Founder / President

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Tim Therieau

Vice President 

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Nichole Eddie

Treasurer

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Robin Martin

Secretary

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TBA

Director of Development

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Ashley Cross

Events Coordinator

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