Phase 3: Step Down Care
The 3rd phase of our program, Discover Living as we call it, is a transitional program designed for taking responsibility for one’s own recovery and getting back to life.
With the help of a Guide, the guest will learn how to integrate the Discovery Place program of recovery into everyday life. He will actively be working with a sponsor, and continue practicing the 12 steps, with an emphasis on steps 10-12.
Transitioning into Everyday Life, Long-Term Sobriety and Community
Guests will address any needed life skills; such as budgeting, individual grocery shopping, time management or any other skill that needs to be addressed per individual upon request.
The guest is responsible for keeping his commitments to volunteer work and meeting attendance. Although transportation is frequently provided, the guest will need to find rides within the community to enlarge his recovery network. He will also attend a weekly Discovery Place Alumni Night on the main campus.
During this phase, guests will receive individualized schedules customized to fit his needs or goals. He will meet with our Program Director, Adam Landry, and get hands on attention and accountability.
With a focus on giving back, the Discover Living guests have the opportunity to begin working again in the Discovery Place kitchen on main campus. They will make Continuing Care calls to alumni, and provide experience, strength and hope to new guests at the Discovery Place main campus. Helping others is a critical component to staying sober and building a new life.
There is a holistic approach to this new way of life which includes spiritual, emotional, social, and physical maintenance. Discover Living guests are provided with yoga and meditation classes as well as a membership at Dickson’s local gym while continuing one on one time with their Guides. With continued access to all phases and volunteer opportunities, many guests begin to realize they are not only sober, but they are enjoying their lives. This strong emphasis on community, accountability, and lifelong brotherhood is essential to long term sobriety.
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FAQs
Understanding Phase 3
Answers to common questions about Phase 3 in the 12 Step immersion program and how it supports lasting addiction recovery.
What is Phase 3 of the Discovery Place program?
Phase 3, known as the Discover Living Program, is a step-down, transitional phase designed to help men take responsibility for their recovery while reintegrating into everyday life with continued support.
How is Phase 3 different from residential addiction treatment?
While Phases 1 and 2 are more structured residential treatment, Phase 3 offers greater independence with accountability. Guests begin practicing recovery in real-world settings while remaining connected to Discovery Place’s community and guidance.
Is Phase 3 still a supervised recovery program?
Yes. Phase 3 provides a supervised environment with ongoing support from Guides and staff. Guests follow individualized schedules, attend meetings, and maintain accountability while gradually increasing independence.
What 12 Step work happens during Phase 3?
Phase 3 focuses on Steps 10–12, which emphasize daily self-examination, spiritual growth, and service to others. Guests continue working with a sponsor and practice the Steps as part of everyday life.
What life skills are addressed during Discover Living?
Guests work on practical life skills such as budgeting, time management, grocery shopping, employment readiness, and maintaining commitments. Support is tailored to each individual’s needs and goals.
Can guests work or volunteer during Phase 3?
Yes. Many guests begin working or volunteering during Phase 3. Service is a key component of this phase, including opportunities to volunteer on campus, support alumni outreach, and give back to the recovery community.
What role does service play in step-down care?
Service helps reinforce recovery by shifting focus outward. Helping others—through volunteer work, alumni outreach, or supporting new guests—strengthens accountability, purpose, and long-term sobriety.