About Us
A Structured Path to Independent Living
The Recovery Compass provides FARR-certified sober living residences in Broward County, Florida, helping people move from addiction treatment to independent living. Backed by more than 40 years of combined experience in recovery coaching, community leadership, and professional development, we offer a safe, structured, supportive environment where residents build confidence, develop healthy routines, and take real steps toward independence.
Sober living can carry a stigma — we're built to be different. Our homes are structured, accountable, and focused on community: clean, peaceful, safe, and welcoming. We see a sober living home as more than a place to stay — it's a bridge between treatment and independence, built on respect, responsibility, connection, and hope.
Available to All of Our Residents
Recovery Coaching
Early sobriety can be challenging. Coaching gives men the guidance, structure, and accountability they need to stay focused on recovery. A coach provides support, helps build healthy routines, encourages personal responsibility, and helps each man set realistic goals for his future. Coaching helps turn recovery into a way of life — not just a temporary change.
Gallery
Inside Our Residence
About Our Founders
Recovery Coaches Harry Balsamo and Renan Rodriguez
The Recovery Compass is led by Harry Balsamo and Renan Rodriguez, both Certified Recovery Coaches with decades of personal recovery experience and active involvement in 12-step communities. Harry brings a Master's in Architecture and over 30 years in architecture and construction, alongside more than 25 years of recovery coaching and intervention experience. Renan, a Certified Recovery Coach and Motivational Interventionist with 21 years in recovery, holds a master's degree in business and runs a successful interior design business — bringing both structure and compassion to every home we operate.
Why Property Owners Trust Us
High Standards of Conduct
Direct Oversight
We enforce rules that promote stability, quiet living, and cleanliness
Properties are monitored daily by our staff and leadership
Good Neighbors
No Overcrowding
We maintain peaceful, respectful relationships with neighbors and the community.
We maintain proper zoning and safety compliance, with limited occupancy per property
Our Residents
Abstinence From All Substances
Daily Meeting Attendance & Community Service
Random Drug Testing and Curfew Compliance
Participation in Coaching and Relapse Prevention Groups
Our target residents are motivated individuals completing substance abuse treatment programs. They’re actively
seeking structure, purpose, and accountability — which is why every resident agrees to the following.
