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Why Design for Recovery
A supportive living environment can make a difference during the transition from treatment to everyday independence. Design for Recovery gives residents a framework for maintaining recovery while they begin taking greater responsibility for their schedules, decisions, relationships, and goals.
Rather than making recovery something separate from daily life, the program encourages residents to practice it through the ordinary situations they encounter. The structure provides consistency, while the responsibility for progress remains with each resident.
The Foundation Behind Our Program
Consistency Where It MattersResidents have clear household expectations that create a dependable rhythm around recovery, work, treatment, meetings, and personal responsibilities.
Taking OwnershipAccountability encourages residents to look honestly at their choices, follow through on commitments, and recognize areas where they can continue improving.
Support From Shared ExperienceLiving alongside other men in recovery provides opportunities for encouragement, honest conversations, and perspective from people working through similar challenges.
Building Confidence Over TimeAs residents become more capable of managing their responsibilities, they can gradually take on more independence and prepare for what comes next.
Recognizing Patterns That Can Affect Recovery
Triggers can develop around people, places, emotions, routines, or circumstances that have become associated with substance use. Sometimes they are easy to identify; other times they only become clear after a difficult moment.
Becoming more aware of those patterns can help residents understand what tends to challenge their recovery. A structured environment provides room to pause, talk through difficult experiences, use healthier coping strategies, and make decisions with greater awareness.

Take a Look Inside Our Sober Living Homes
Meet the Team Behind Design for Recovery

David Beasley
David Beasley is the founder and Program Director of Design for Recovery Sober Living Homes. Drawing from his own recovery experience, he created a structured, recovery-focused environment where men can rebuild their lives through accountability, mentorship, and personal growth.

Matthew McCrystal
Matthew McCrystal oversees the daily operations of Design for Recovery, helping ensure every residence provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment. He brings both professional leadership and lived recovery experience to his role.
What We Offer

Employment Support
Residents can receive guidance throughout the employment process, including identifying opportunities, preparing applications, practicing interviews, and establishing routines that support long-term employment.

Life Skills
Residents work on the practical abilities needed for everyday independence, from organizing their schedules and managing household tasks to communicating effectively and solving day-to-day problems.

12-Step Integration
Residents are encouraged to make 12-Step participation part of their ongoing routine through meetings, sponsorship, and continued involvement in a recovery community.

One-on-One Mentoring
Individual mentoring creates space for residents to discuss personal concerns, work through obstacles, reflect on their progress, and stay focused on goals that matter to them.

Money Management
Residents can develop a more intentional approach to their finances by learning to plan expenses, manage income, make informed spending choices, and prepare for greater financial responsibility.

Family Support
Residents can receive guidance around communication, boundaries, and difficult family dynamics while working toward relationships that are healthier and more supportive of recovery.

Medication Monitoring
Residents can receive appropriate assistance with prescribed medication routines while remaining under the care and direction of their own medical and behavioral health providers.

Life in Our Sober Living Homes
There is no single schedule that defines life at Design for Recovery. Residents have different jobs, treatment schedules, interests, and responsibilities, but they share an environment where recovery remains an important part of everyday life.
Managing those different commitments can become part of the learning process. Residents have opportunities to organize their time, follow through on responsibilities, communicate with others in the home, and figure out which routines help them stay grounded.
The experience also extends beyond the house. Work, meetings, treatment, exercise, hobbies, and time with supportive people can all become part of a fuller routine as residents continue building a life that works in sobriety.
Explore Our Sober Living Homes
Finding the Right Fit
Start With What Matters to You
Tell our admissions team where you are in recovery, what you're hoping to find in your next living environment, and what you want to accomplish while in sober living.
Get to Know the Environment
We'll walk you through availability, house expectations, admissions requirements, and the practical details of life at Design for Recovery so you can make an informed decision.
Make Your Move
If the program feels like the right fit, we'll help you complete the remaining steps and prepare for your transition into the home.
In Their Own Words
Hear from residents about the experiences, relationships, and progress that have shaped their time in recovery.

Building a More Stable Life in Recovery
Recovery can gradually create room for more than maintaining sobriety. With greater stability, residents can begin putting energy into relationships, responsibilities, interests, and the goals they want to pursue.
Rebuild Your Confidence
Following through on everyday commitments can help strengthen your confidence in your ability to handle challenges and make healthy decisions.
Create Stronger Connections
Being more present and dependable can open opportunities to repair relationships and build connections that support your continued recovery.
Develop a More Balanced Routine
Work, exercise, hobbies, social activities, and recovery commitments can come together to create days that feel purposeful and manageable.
Take Steps Toward Independence
As residents become more comfortable managing their responsibilities, they can begin preparing for the greater freedom and accountability that come with independent living.
Why Choose Sober Living Near Reseda?
Reseda is centrally positioned in the San Fernando Valley, with nearby communities including Tarzana, Encino, Northridge, Winnetka, and Lake Balboa. Its location provides access to major Valley roads, public transportation, employment areas, and everyday services.
Transportation
Reseda is served by Metro bus routes and the Metro G Line, with major road connections including Reseda Boulevard, Sherman Way, and nearby CA-27 and US-101. These connections can make it possible to reach surrounding Valley communities for work, treatment, and other responsibilities.
Cost of Living
Reseda's cost of living reflects its position within the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Housing represents a significant portion of local household expenses, while costs can vary depending on the neighborhood and type of housing.
Weather
Reseda has a warm inland San Fernando Valley climate, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. Temperatures are generally warmer than nearby coastal communities, while the area's dry conditions provide opportunities for outdoor activities throughout much of the year.
For men from Reseda, sober living nearby can provide a supportive change in home environment while keeping work, treatment, family, and other Valley connections within reach.
Typical Drive from Reseda to Design for Recovery: 30 min approx
Community Services That Support Recovery
A stable recovery can require attention to more than treatment alone. Residents may need access to healthcare, employment, education, financial assistance, and other practical services while rebuilding their day-to-day lives.
Public Safety
| West Valley LAPD Station | |
| 19020 Vanowen St | |
| (818) 374-7611 |
Education
| West Valley Regional Branch Library | |
| 19036 Vanowen St | |
| (818) 345-9806 |
Employment Resources
| Healthcare Staffing Professionals, Inc. (HSP) | |
| 6914 Canby Ave UNIT 109 | |
| (866) 975-3968 |
Financial Services
| Chase Bank | |
| 19315 Saticoy St Ste S Ste S |
Community & Social Services
| One Generation - Food Distribution Center | |
| 18255 Victory Blvd | |
| (818) 705-2345 |
| West Valley LAPD Station | |
| 19020 Vanowen St | |
| (818) 374-7611 |
| West Valley Regional Branch Library | |
| 19036 Vanowen St | |
| (818) 345-9806 |
| Healthcare Staffing Professionals, Inc. (HSP) | |
| 6914 Canby Ave UNIT 109 | |
| (866) 975-3968 |
| Chase Bank | |
| 19315 Saticoy St Ste S Ste S |
| One Generation - Food Distribution Center | |
| 18255 Victory Blvd | |
| (818) 705-2345 |

Recovery Support Resources in Reseda
Building a support network can make continued recovery more sustainable. Residents can connect with peer-support organizations and mental health resources throughout Reseda and the surrounding San Fernando Valley.
Local Sober & Fun Spots Near Reseda
A healthy routine can include activities that have nothing to do with treatment. Reseda and nearby Valley communities offer parks, recreation, fitness options, and other ways for residents to stay active and discover interests that complement their recovery.
Fitness & Wellness
| Studio Dance 4 U | |
| 18574 Sherman Way | |
| (818) 881-8186 |
Parks
| Reseda Park | |
| 18411 Victory Blvd | |
| (818) 881-3882 |
Cultural & Social Venues
| Viola Music School | |
| 18308 Sherman Way | |
| (818) 300-7371 |
| Studio Dance 4 U | |
| 18574 Sherman Way | |
| (818) 881-8186 |
| Reseda Park | |
| 18411 Victory Blvd | |
| (818) 881-3882 |
| Viola Music School | |
| 18308 Sherman Way | |
| (818) 300-7371 |
Local Public Health Trends in Reseda
Substance use remains a public health concern across Los Angeles County, including the San Fernando Valley. Broader public health data provides context for the continued need for prevention, treatment, overdose response, and long-term recovery support.
Overdose Deaths
Recent reporting shows 1,784 overdose deaths during the most recent reporting period.
Naloxone Distribution
Public health programs serving the Reseda area have distributed 22,882 naloxone kits, supporting access to overdose-response resources.
Opioid-Related Hospitalizations
The opioid-related hospitalization rate for the relevant local area is reported at 10.0 per 100k, providing another measure of the impact of opioid use in the community.
Building on the Progress You've Made
Recovery can open the door to goals that may have felt difficult to manage before. As stability grows, priorities may shift toward employment, relationships, financial goals, personal interests, or preparing for life beyond sober living.
Design for Recovery gives residents a structured environment where they can work toward those goals within a community centered on recovery.
If you're considering sober living near Reseda, our team can help you learn more about the program and whether it fits your next step.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sober Living in Reseda
Yes. Residents can maintain employment while living at Design for Recovery. Your work location, schedule, and transportation needs can be discussed during admissions.
Yes. Residents can continue appropriate outpatient treatment, therapy, and healthcare appointments while living in sober housing.
Reseda has access to Metro services, including the G Line and local bus connections. The most practical transportation plan will depend on where you work, attend treatment, and participate in recovery meetings.
Yes. Maintaining healthy relationships can remain an important part of recovery. Residents can stay connected with supportive people while following the expectations of their sober living home.
Think about the structure you need, your work and treatment schedule, transportation, support system, and the kind of environment that will help you continue making progress. Our admissions team can help you understand what Design for Recovery offers.
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