Foundations to Freedom Frequently Asked Questions

Recovery, Housing, Family Support & Community Resources in Central Florida

At Foundations to Freedom, we believe recovery is about more than finding a safe place to live. It is about helping people rebuild their lives, strengthen their families, find stability, connect with their community, and create a foundation for long-term recovery.

Foundations to Freedom provides recovery housing and supportive recovery services throughout Central Florida, including DeLand, Daytona Beach, Deltona, Orange City, Volusia County, and Flagler County.

Below are answers to frequently asked questions about our programs, services, admissions, family support, young adult recovery programs, veterans’ services, domestic violence resources, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Narcan distribution, peer support, case management, employment assistance, transportation, and community partnerships.

 

GENERAL QUESTIONS

What is Foundations to Freedom?

Foundations to Freedom is a nonprofit recovery organization providing structured recovery housing and comprehensive support services for individuals recovering from substance use disorders.

We believe long-term recovery requires more than housing. Our programs help individuals build stability through structured living, case management, peer recovery support, life-skills development, employment assistance, transportation, community resources, recovery planning, family support, and continued accountability.

Learn More → About Foundations to Freedom.

 

Who does Foundations to Freedom serve?

Foundations to Freedom serves adults seeking recovery from substance use disorders, including men, women, young adults ages 18–24, veterans, qualifying parents with young children, individuals receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment, and individuals who may need additional community or recovery resources.

Because every person’s situation is different, our admissions team can help determine which program or service may be appropriate.

Get Help → Start Your Recovery Journey

 

RECOVERY HOUSING & SOBER LIVING

Does Foundations to Freedom provide sober living or recovery housing?

Yes. Foundations to Freedom provides structured recovery housing in Central Florida for individuals who need a safe, supportive, substance-free environment while building a life in recovery.

Our recovery residences combine housing with structure, accountability, and access to supportive services.

People searching for sober living near me, recovery housing in DeLand FL, sober living in Daytona Beach, recovery housing in Volusia County, halfway houses in Central Florida, or addiction recovery housing can contact our admissions team for current availability and eligibility requirements.

Explore → Recovery Housing.

 

Does Foundations to Freedom have recovery housing for men?

Yes. Foundations to Freedom provides structured men’s recovery housing designed to help men establish stability, accountability, employment, healthy routines, and a strong foundation for long-term recovery.

Explore → Men’s Recovery Housing.

 

Does Foundations to Freedom have recovery housing for women?

Yes. Our women’s recovery housing provides a structured, supportive environment where women can focus on recovery while rebuilding stability, independence, employment, relationships and life skills.

Explore → Women’s Recovery Housing.

 

PARENTS & FAMILY REUNIFICATION

Can parents live at Foundations to Freedom with their children?

Foundations to Freedom offers qualifying recovery housing options where mothers or fathers may be able to live with their young children.

We recognize that recovery and family stability are deeply connected. Providing parents with the opportunity to continue building their recovery while caring for their children can be an important part of rebuilding a healthy family.

Eligibility and availability vary, so families should contact Admissions directly.

Explore → Recovery Housing for Parents & Children.

 

Does Foundations to Freedom help with family reunification?

Yes. Family reunification is an important part of our work.

Substance use disorders can affect the entire family. Recovery can create an opportunity to rebuild trust, stability, and relationships.

Foundations to Freedom helps clients work toward the stability needed to strengthen their families through recovery support, case management, employment, transportation, accountability, life skills, and connections to community resources.

More than 50 families have experienced reunification connected to the stability and recovery support provided through Foundations to Freedom programs.

Family reunification is never guaranteed, and every situation is different, but we are committed to helping clients build the strongest possible foundation for themselves and their families.

Explore → Family Reunification & Recovery

 

YOUNG ADULTS AGES 18–24

Do you have recovery housing for young adults ages 18–24?

Yes. Foundations to Freedom provides specialized recovery housing and supportive services for eligible young adults ages 18–24 experiencing substance use disorders.

Young adults may receive:

  • Structured recovery housing
    • Case management
    • Peer recovery support
    • Employment assistance
    • Education support
    • Life-skills development
    • Transportation
    • Recovery planning
    • Community resource connections

Our goal is to help young adults build recovery while developing the skills needed to become healthy, independent adults.

Explore → Young Adult Recovery Housing Ages 18–24

 

VETERANS SERVICES

Does Foundations to Freedom help veterans in recovery?

Yes. Foundations to Freedom provides recovery support for veterans working to rebuild their lives after substance use disorders.

Veterans may receive structured recovery housing, peer support, case management, employment assistance, transportation, life-skills development, and connections to veteran-specific community resources.

Explore → Veterans Recovery Services

 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT

Does Foundations to Freedom help survivors of domestic violence?

Foundations to Freedom provides supportive recovery housing options for eligible women affected by both substance use disorders and domestic violence.

Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where women can work toward recovery, stability, and independence while connecting with appropriate community resources.

Qualifying mothers may also have housing options that allow them to remain with young children.

Explore → Domestic Violence Recovery Support.

 

CASE MANAGEMENT

Does Foundations to Freedom provide case management?

Yes. Case management is an important part of our recovery support system.

Case managers help clients identify barriers, establish goals, connect with community resources, and work toward greater stability and independence.

Depending on individual needs, case management may address employment, identification documents, healthcare connections, transportation, education, family goals, financial stability and other recovery-related needs.

Explore → Recovery Case Management

 

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT

What is peer recovery support?

Peer recovery support connects individuals in recovery with people who understand recovery through lived experience and professional training.

Peer support can provide encouragement, accountability, recovery resources, and help navigating challenges that may occur while building a new life.

Foundations to Freedom incorporates peer recovery support into our comprehensive approach to long-term recovery.

Explore → Peer Recovery Support Services

 

EMPLOYMENT & LIFE SKILLS

Does Foundations to Freedom help clients find employment?

Yes. Employment and financial stability can play an important role in successful long-term recovery.

Our team helps clients work toward employment and address barriers that may prevent them from becoming financially independent.

Explore → Employment & Recovery Support

 

Do clients learn life skills?

Yes.

Recovery means learning how to live successfully and independently.

Our programs emphasize skills such as budgeting, responsibility, time management, healthy communication, accountability, employment readiness, household responsibilities, and planning for independent living.

Explore → Recovery Life Skills.

 

TRANSPORTATION

Does Foundations to Freedom provide transportation assistance?

Transportation can be a major barrier for individuals rebuilding their lives.

Foundations to Freedom works with clients to address transportation needs related to recovery, employment, healthcare, community services, and other approved activities based on program availability and guidelines.

Explore → Client Support Services.

 

NARCAN & OVERDOSE PREVENTION

Does Foundations to Freedom provide free Narcan?

Foundations to Freedom works to expand access to Narcan, also known as naloxone, throughout our community.

Narcan is a lifesaving medication that can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose and provide critical time for emergency medical assistance to arrive.

Our organization has distributed thousands of cartons of Narcan through community outreach and partnerships.

Explore → Free Narcan & Overdose Prevention Resources.

 

Who should carry Narcan?

Anyone can carry Narcan.

You do not have to personally use opioids to carry this lifesaving medication.

Parents, grandparents, friends, coworkers, students, business owners, healthcare workers, and other community members may carry Narcan in case they encounter someone experiencing an opioid overdose.

Increasing community access to naloxone can help save lives.

Find Narcan → Narcan Locations & Resources.

 

Can my organization become a Narcan community partner?

Yes.

Foundations to Freedom works with healthcare organizations, colleges, businesses, nonprofits, community organizations, and other partners to increase access to Narcan and overdose-prevention resources.

Organizations interested in partnering with us should contact our Outreach team.

Partner With Us → Community Narcan Program

 

REFERRALS

Who can refer someone to Foundations to Freedom?

Referrals can come from many sources, including:

  • Individuals seeking recovery
    • Family members
    • Treatment centers
    • Detox facilities
    • Hospitals
    • Behavioral health providers
    • Case managers
    • Social workers
    • Courts and justice-system partners
    • Veterans organizations
    • Colleges and universities
    • Community organizations
    • Healthcare providers

Make a Referral → Client Assessment & Admissions

 

How quickly can someone be assessed?

Our team understands that when someone becomes ready for recovery, timing matters.

We work to review referrals and assessments as quickly as possible. Placement depends on eligibility, individual needs, program requirements, and current availability.

Do not wait to reach out simply because you are unsure whether someone qualifies.

Start Now → Complete a Client Assessment

 

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Does Foundations to Freedom partner with community organizations?

Yes. Community partnerships are a major part of our mission.

Foundations to Freedom collaborates with healthcare providers, treatment organizations, nonprofits, colleges and universities, government agencies, businesses, veteran organizations, behavioral health providers and other community partners.

Partnership opportunities may include referrals, Narcan distribution, community outreach, education, events, sponsorships and resource coordination.

Connect With Us → Community Partnerships.

 

Can Foundations to Freedom speak at our organization?

Yes.

Our outreach team participates in community presentations, educational events, resource fairs, recovery events and collaborative meetings.

Topics may include recovery resources, substance use disorders, recovery housing, Narcan and overdose prevention, young adult recovery, family recovery, and community collaboration.

Request a Presentation → Contact Our Outreach Team.

 

DONATIONS & COMMUNITY SUPPORT

How can I support Foundations to Freedom?

There are many ways to support our mission.

Individuals and organizations can donate, sponsor community events, become community partners, support specific programs, participate in fundraising activities, or help connect people with our recovery resources.

Every partnership helps us continue creating opportunities for recovery, stability and stronger families.

Give Hope → Donate to Foundations to Freedom

 

ADMISSIONS

How do I get into Foundations to Freedom?

The first step is to contact Foundations to Freedom or complete our client assessment.

Our team will review the individual’s circumstances, recovery needs, eligibility, and current housing availability.

You do not need to know exactly which program you need before contacting us. Our team can help guide you.

Start Here → Client Assessment & Admissions

 

What if I am looking for help for a family member?

You can contact Foundations to Freedom even if you are searching on behalf of someone you love.

Our team can explain our programs, admission process, and potential next steps.

Families searching online for addiction help for a loved one, sober living near me, recovery housing in Florida, help for someone with a substance use disorder, or recovery resources in Central Florida are encouraged to reach out.

 

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

I don’t know what kind of help I need. Can I still call?

Absolutely.

You do not have to understand the entire recovery system before asking for help.

Whether you are looking for recovery housing, help for a family member, young adult recovery services, veterans support, MAT-friendly housing, family reunification resources, Narcan, domestic violence recovery support, community resources, or a referral partner, start by contacting Foundations to Freedom.

Our team can help you determine the appropriate next step.

Your Next Chapter Can Start Here

Recovery can begin with one conversation.

Contact Foundations to Freedom today.

Start Your Journey → Complete a Client Assessment

Explore Our Programs → Recovery Services

Need Narcan? → Narcan & Overdose Prevention

Want to Help? → Donate or Become a Community Partner

Foundations to Freedom — Building Stronger Foundations for Long-Term Recovery.