What Others Are Saying

  • I am currently a resident of the Transition House. I have been here for 7 months. In that time I have learned to deal with issues effecting my sobriety. I have also received tools on my recovery, to be a productive citizen in society. But it's up to me and my higher power. And for that I am truly grateful to Tom Griffin and the staff at the Transition House.


    Willie D. Rogers

  • I arrived here at the Transition House on February 20, 2008. After being discharged from the Veteran's Hospital in Tampa. This facility was recommended to me by the staff at the V.A. clinic in Orlando as a beneficial alternative to my status as a homeless alcoholic in need of treatment

    My stay here at the transition House has been instrumental in my recovery from alcoholism. The staff, along with individual and group counseling has in many ways furthered my sobriety immensely.

    To say that my entire life has improved during my brief stay here would be an understatement. With each and every day that I'm sober my physical and mental health advances me on my way to being a better person. I now look forward to each new day, instead of the fear and uncertainty that once hindered my spiritual progress.

    I would highly recommend this program to any veteran in need of the special help that is provided here.


    John McDemott

  • I have been at the Transition House as a resident for approximately 90 days. I came here homeless and with severe substance abuse problem. I am also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served in the military from 1976 to 1980.

    While at the Transition House I live with other Veterans and participate in Group Therapy sessions for drug & alcohol abuse. I have found these groups to be very helpful towards overcoming my addiction. We are also assigned a counselor and case manager who helps us on an individual basis with our needs. I find them to be both very professional and caring. Taking the time and patience needed to help in our personal recovery from substance abuse.

    The meals provided are fine and the living quarters are neat and comfortable. The overall atmosphere is pleasant, with many people serious about overcoming their dependence on drug and alcohol. Every Tuesday and Thursday the Veterans here are provided transportation for, medical appointments, to the Veteran's Medical Clinic in Orlando.

    Since coming here I have gained a lot from this program. Before coming here, I didn't have the confidence in myself to overcome my problems. But now, I feel more in control and my self-esteem has grown a lot.

    My plans upon leaving here are to attend Alcohol Anonymous meetings regularly, gaining employment and reuniting with my family. I'm grateful for Transition House being available for me. My life has been torn apart because of my addiction. I felt hopeless with very low expectations for the future. But now, each day I have grown towards being a more productive citizen and being a positive part of my community.


    Thomas C. Moore

  • My stay at the Transition House has been everything I thought it might be. It has made me stronger mentally, as well as physically. We need more places like this available. I will never forget what I have learned about myself.


    John C. McPhéé

  • I have been here at the Transition House for 5 months now. The people here have helped me a lot. My counselor, Ray Cummings, has helped me to develop healthy habits and to overcome those times when I felt like I was losing my mind. The food here is good and healthy. I have been sober now since I have been here, thanks to Ray and Tom Griffin. So, if you ask me, this place is doing a great job in helping me.


    Merle J. Bruce