About Us at The Haven Drop-In Center
of Charlotte County, Florida

Corporate Mission Statement:
Empowerment, Wellness, Recovery

The Staff of The Haven Drop-In Center

Corporate Vision Statement: The vision and purpose of The Haven Drop-In Center is to be the driving force in wellness and recovery of its members and friends with a non-threatening and comfortable community gathering place. Everyone has the opportunity to socialize with those who share similar experiences, but participate in results-based group programs and a support system to help each other's recovery for a healthy and lasting life experience. We are striving to be a resource in all areas of need, such as education, developing living skills, finding housing, and in helping members find their place in our community.

The Haven works alongside of nursing students who volunteer their clinical hours and also with anyone who has been ordered to serve community service hours through the mental health court system. We were recently adopted by the State College of Florida’s PSI BETA/ Psychology Club and gladly accept volunteers from any organization or private party that has a heart to reach out to this sector of our community and play a beneficial roll in the recovery of our members. Members are those individuals who are free to come in from 10AM to 2PM, Monday through Friday and utilize the many free classes and activities we have planned throughout the week. 

The Haven Drop-In Center is a safe,
alcohol and drug-free environment.

DREAMS - NOT LIMITATIONS
Everyone has the right to dream and to strive to achieve personal aspirations.  The Haven focuses on what members can and want to do, helping them to overcome barriers, and providing resources to help them reach their dreams!

SELF-DETERMINATION, NOT DEPENDENCY
At The Haven we believe in self-help.  We help our members to help themselves.  Members should rely on their abilities to make decisions and plans and to take responsibility for those courses of actions. Staff members believe in partnerships.

CARING STAFF, NOT PROFESSIONAL DISTANCE
Staff and members share an adult relationship that is founded in mutual respect.  Staff members are committed, available, welcoming, caring, sincere, respectful, hopeful, supportive, positive, involved, and responsive.

Executive Director
Anthony R. La Forgia

Assistant Executive Director
Janet L. Deskins

630 Woodbury Drive Port Charlotte, FL 33954
Office: 941-613-1450 ~ ~ Fax: 941-613-1451

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