ACE Opportunities

ACE Opportunities Review

Located in the small city of New Port Richey, a suburb of Tampa, Florida, ACE Opportunities offers sober transitional living accommodations. It’s for men and women in the beginning stages of recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders. Certified through the Florida Association of Recovery Residences (FARR), ACE Opportunities primarily helps homeless individuals to maintain their sobriety while rebuilding their lives. In addition to a safe, sober environment, the facility also provides a host of services including nutrition education, case management and financial assistance. The 12-step recovery model is an integral component of the lifestyle here.

Accommodations and Amenities

More than just a sober living, ACE Opportunities is more accurately described as a structured group home. The facility expects residents to take responsibility for their own recovery, but also prepares them to lead a new life. To this end, it offers a plethora of services one might normally associate with a rehab facility.

The facility offers nutrition and hygiene as well as case management services that include life skills, job skills, education and career assistance. Residents work with case workers to set up achievable goals that will build self-confidence and establish opportunities. The facility also teaches clients how to budget their finances. Many of the female residents are mothers with children being looked after by family or friends. Throughout their stay, many of the moms are able to build a strong relationship with their child.

Rules and Restrictions

This is a structured living that includes a strict code of conduct focused on mutual respect and accountability. The facility has a zero tolerance policy towards anyone that exhibits negative behaviors such as theft, violence, drug use and sexual activity. The staff administers mandatory regular and random drug and alcohol screenings. Residents that fail a test will be immediately asked to leave.

Upon admittance, clients must immediately begin looking for a job, and procure employment within the first two months of their stay. Residents must adhere to a nightly curfew. The facility requires all individuals to fully participate in the 12-step recovery model. Clients work with a sponsor and regularly attend local support meetings in addition to weekly house meetings.

In Summary

ACE Opportunities provides structured housing for men and women in the early stages of their recovery journey. The facility offers a safe and supportive environment as well as a number of case management services such as education and career assistance, budgeting and goal setting. While it primarily works with the homeless population, the facility is an excellent resource for anyone seeking a sober place to start over.