The Next Step Foundation - Testimonials


Nicole D

To all staff,
I want you to know that everyone at Next Step Foundation helped me to build a strong foundation for my recovery.
Everyone helped me so much that I feel forever in debt. I love everyone and you are forever in my heart. This six month key tag means the world to me. Because it is the longest clean time I've ever had and it feels great.I went through some hard times in the house. with out the tough love I don't know that I would have made it through. I know that I wasn't easy to put up with and I always fought it but I
did make it through and it made me stronger. Hopefully in another six months
I will be able to give you a one year key tag. I believe that things played out the
way God planned. I know that you will continue to play a part in my recovery.
When I give a lead some day Next Step Foundation will be a part of my story.

Jose C

I owe a great deal of gratitude to Next Step.I've learned in my eight months here
to rely on God and let things happen instead of trying to make them happen myself. I did not realize how bad things really were. Today I can look to the future with hope. I recently celebrated one year clean and sober, and I thank God for every one of those days. I now work with veterans who are having problems with drugs and alcohol. It is sad to say that the program that they are in only gives them one chance Who of us would have gotten it the first time? I would recommend anyone who has a problem and really wants help to give Next Step Foundation a try. May God bless all of us .


Heather P

Dear David and Staff, This is my letter of Gratitude to you because I felt that you do truly deserve one from me. First, I want to say how much it means to me to have someone like you in my life that truly cares about me. Throughout my whole life all I have had is people that say that they care but don't. People that said that they loved me but all they do is take from me. You are so giving and caring and you truly understand what it has been like to be me. It is hard to put into words how much this means to me. You have gone above and beyond to try to help me clean up the mess that I made of my life. I know that this is only the beginning for me on my road to recovery and I'm proud to say that I am a Next Step Girl. If it weren't for your generous heart I would have left a long time ago...I'm so blessed to have this opportunity to learn how to deal with life the right way (God's way, not mine), and to have you all to help me. I am proud to finally be on the right path in life, it's not easy, but it is attainable!

All my love and gratitude-
Heather

 


Ricki C

Next Step Foundation has been such a great experience for me. I've learned a lot about how to live a normal, sober life because of this program. Living in a structured enviroment has taught me a lot about dealing and living with other people. I have met a lot of people here who have become a family to me. I developed a strong foundation here, and because of that I have a strong connection with NA as well. Next Step Foundation taught me how and why to get a great sponsor and a home group. I really appreciate all of the staff and residents at Next Step Foundation. I'm going to miss this place and I want to say thank-you for everything that David Francis and Lynn Francis have given me here. I also would like to extend a special thank-you to Christopher Law for bringing me to this program from New York.
Thank-You,
Ricki C.

David M

I want to tell you that I admire what you do at Next Step. When you help someone get clean, you not only help that person, but also that person's family and future family. Without Next Step Foundation, I know that my husband David wouldn't be clean and would not have stayed clean. Now I have a beautiful family and a beautiful life. Thank you for all that you do. Don't ever be discouraged, you guys help change lives.
Love, JIllian, David

 


Jamie B

Next Step Foundation has helped me learn how to be a good mother.I am very grateful to the staff because they have given me the tools that I need to successfully stay clean.  They have shown me wonderful support for me and my family. I would tell anyone looking for Drug and Alcohol support to go with this program. It is structured, supportive, and comfortable.

Jamie B. 

 


Tina J.

 
I want to thank Next Step Foundation for everything you have done for me. Not only have you given me the tools to help me stay clean, you have made me part of a new clean and sober family.
When I came to Next Step Foundation, I had no idea what I needed and and you directed me on the right path. Next Step Foundation went above and beyond to help me any way possible.
The staff at Next Step Foundation helped me and fought for me to get custody of my daughter back. They believed in me and brought an army of staff members to West Virginia for the custody battle, WE WON!!!
I now have one year clean and sober and I know that Next Step Foundation played a big part in helping me achieve this.
You taught me how to sit still and take suggestions. This is a program that can honestly help you learn how to stay clean if you are willing to put in the work. I will always be greatful to the staff.
Now I will come back to lend a helping hand to the newcomer and my extended family, because that is what Next Step is all about, FAMILY!

Tina J


Amanda M

To all staff,
I owe all of my gratitude to Next Step Foundation.
I have earned the gift of love, compassion, and patience since I arrived her from jail. I want to thank the staff for all that they have done in helping me to gain custody of my daughter. I have learned to sit still and let things happen. This program has taught me responsibility and independence.I have diligently worked steps and have gained a very strong relationship with my sponsor and a God of my understanding. I now feel comfortable with the tools i have been given to help me stay clean, so that i can be a good mother, daughter and a friend. For the very first time, I have good people to stand by me who have absolute faith in me. I admire the time and patience and also love that every staff member devotes to each client. With 18 month's clean I am extremely blessed to be living the life that I deserve. In closing, I want to express my love and gratitude for everyone, this has been a life changing experience.

Amanda M.

John H.

This letter is long overdue to Mr. David Francis and the Next Step Foundation Staff. It is truly a blessing today to have one year of sobriety after a tortuous and chaotic life of addiction for 40 years. I'm very grateful to Next Step for giving me my life back, for giving me some simple suggestions making me accountable, responsible, and respectful. Most of all I am grateful for putting a smile back on my face and helping me to get my soul back. I was so broken and beaten up, hopeless, sad, when I arrived here in September of 2009. 
The one thing that stands out in my mind is David telling me "you never have to be alone again". I wasn't for that year and maybe never again. I am so thankful to start this new journey of my life. 
Thanks for everything you have done for me and my family. 
 
Thank you, John H.

Bill C.-

Bill C. My name is Bill C. and I am a 41 year old recovering addict and alcoholic. Alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal substances ruled my life for 26 years. On May 26, 2009, I finally surrendered to my disease and went to rehab for 28 days. I realized that it was not enough to teach me life skills to stay clean. After 120 days in a halfway house I knew that I still was not ready to go home. I searched and found Next Step Foundation, upon arrival at my interview, the CEO told me "You never have to be alone again". I felt immediately at home. I became a Next Step Resident and have been clean and sober for 10 months now. Despite trying, I couldn't stay clean for anyone else no matter how hard I tried. Next Step Foundation taught me how to do it for ME. This program really works. I am surrounded by an atmosphere of recovery and love. I am very grateful for this gift that has been given to me to start a new life.
Sincerely,
Bill C.

Nick L.-

Next Step Foundation has truly taught me that there is a life outside of the drug scene.I never believed it was possible but now can clearly see how much this world has to offer.I have been a resident for almost 15 months and have learned a significant amount about myself. The staff is unbelievable and go out of their way to make you feel accepted. I am extremely grateful that I found Next Step.I want to personally thank  the staff and other people that I am around on a daily basis, to get me to where I stand today.
Sincerely,
Nick L.

Donnie P.-

In the summer of 2009, I was literally staring death in the face. I had lost all hope of ever being functional person in society ever again. Enter the Next Step Foundation. Through the compassion and guidance of a caring staff, I was given the tools necessary to secure my survival. With a 12 Step Program, a sponsor, and the core belief that I cannot do this alone, my hope for a sober future has expanded exponetially. The Next Step Community has become my family. - Donnie P


Roberto W.-

Next Step Foundation let me grow for 7 months. The staff helped me with my driver's license. They have shown me love. When I had bad days there was someone there to listen. I am grateful for all that Next Step Foundation has done for me, and this is just the beginning.Thank you.
Sincerely.
Bert


 

 Erin J.-

I came to Next Step in April 2010 with no ability to manage my life nor my son Aidan's.I lost all control over my addiction to heroin and had nowhere to turn.
I asked my dad desperately for help he contacted  some rehabs,
and told me he had possibly found a place in Pittsburgh.
We came into the home office where the CEO told me I never had to be alone again,
and I realized this was the place for me.
They placed me into an In-Patient Rehabilitation and I returned here after completion. 
My son and I have grown so much closer and I cherish every minute I spend with him.
Next Step has gone out of their way to help me and I am so grateful my dad found this place.
My life began again 4 months ago it is unbelivable.

Sincerely Yours,

Erin Johnson



Stephanie P.-

Next Step Foundation is a unique and amazing program. The staff here takes such a personal approach to each individual client. It is truly unlike any program that I have ever heard of. It is clear that Next Step Foundation really cares about their clients and do what it takes to get them the help that they need . I began working for Next Step and have learned what it truly means to help another person and I have seen miracles happen. I feel honored to be a part of Next Step Foundation and I will never forget all of the lives that we touch.
Sincerely.
Stephanie P.
Hillsboro House Manager