KEYSTONE HALLS, INC.
FT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA

Keystone Halls, Inc. is a non-profit organization providing transitional housing for men and women recovering from chemical dependency, with special services available to veterans. Founded in 1998 by Ron Malec, the 90-bed facility located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida has helped thousands of individuals begin their journey toward recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. Keystone Halls distinguishes itself among South Florida’s transitional housing communities by focusing on individual recovery rather than merely filling beds. The organization is recognized by both the State of Florida and Broward County as a certified non-profit, working in partnership with local organizations like Hands On Broward and the Community Foundation of Broward to enhance services such as facility maintenance and nutritional support for residents. Strategically positioned near downtown Fort Lauderdale, Keystone Halls offers proximity to treatment centers, public transport, medical services, and job resources. The comprehensive recovery program assesses individual needs, with specialized attention given to alcoholic addiction and other narcotics, factoring in the disease aspect of chemical dependency. The case management team at Keystone Halls assists residents in obtaining basic necessities, reducing stressors that might lead to relapse by providing support for SNAP eligibility, public transportation passes, and coordination with Veterans' Administration resources. Through scheduled weekly meetings, including those focused on relapse prevention, life skills development, and AA principles paired with social interactions like the local Spaghetti AA meeting, residents build a supportive network crucial for recovery. Keystone Halls boasts notable outcomes by transforming individuals who have spent years struggling with dependency into productive community members. The organization's diverse staff offers immediate help through its admissions process. Recognized for fostering long-term sobriety among life-long users and guided by the core principles of Alcoholics Anonymous’ 12-Step program, Keystone Halls continues to serve as a beacon of hope for those committed to sustained recovery.