SEAFORD, Del.- A new beginning coming from a tough ending, Square One Delaware opened its fifth sober living home named "Brandon's House" in Seaford. Named after a man who many say changed lives, after unfortunately lost his long battle with addiction. The organization says it hopes to help others, by giving them another chance. Phillip Stout, the Director of Admissions and Community Engagement said, "We giver them safety, security, accountability, and sobriety." Especially during the shut downs, Phillip Stout and Patrick Hunt are opening a door for many. Hunt says there are still outlets for those seeking help during the quarantine. Patrick Hunt, the Director of Operations and Administration said, "But there are resources such as AA.org, NA.org that have all these listings about how meetings are proceeding or if they're closed." At this time, there are five people on their path to recovery in "Brandon's House". And it can't be done without encouragement the entire way. Positive words of reinforcement are important to have all throughout the home and it's also important for these people to know that they have a place to come to, to feel safe. "And being alone is difficult for recovery," Hunt said. And these men are there to provide an extra layer of support for those who need it. Stout said, "For the past two and a half years I have devoted my life 24 hours a day seven days a week." Hunt added, "It takes two people meeting with each other and that's support." Brett Downes, the house manager says all of this is really important. "Be honest with yourself, be open and be willing to put forth the effort to make some changes, it's not going to be easy," he said, "Like putting a jigsaw puzzle together, where you can actually see the picture and see the change when you look in the mirror." And one day, they hope to be able to look back on success stories. Just like one that has stuck with Phillip. "He went home to Pennsylvania and was able to purchase his own home and is working out of Baltimore and doing great and still comes to see us on a regular basis," Stout said. Square One says the door is open for anyone who wants to take the next step to a sober life. Square One says the between all five of their house, they can hold up to 51 total people at a time. But the organization says there's always something going on behind the scenes, and more homes could be coming in the future.
Sober Living Home in Seaford Provides New Beginning for Many
