On Wednesday, a new substance abuse treatment center will be opening its doors in central Fresno.
Its goal is to not only help people who are struggling with addiction but to also give them a chance at a better life.
“This has been ongoing for about two and a half years now,” said Ben Milam, the co-founder of New Life Recovery Center. “From that point, the buildings got flipped and turned into what they are today.”
On the corner of Broadway Street and Nevada Ave in central Fresno, the New Life Recovery treatment center will soon be open to help those dealing with drug and alcohol addiction.
“We have three buildings on site,” said Milam. “The first building is our detox, the blue house. Second building that we’re in right now, is the inpatient, and the third building is IOP.”
The facility has 16 beds. It’s described as a comprehensive care treatment center.
Co-Founder Matt Niswander says the property was previously used as a rehab facility for women.
For Milam, starting New Life Recovery is a full circle feeling. Milam struggled with addiction when he was in high school after getting hurt while playing soccer.