How It Works at Primary Purpose

We operate rustic facilities on 16 acres in rural Mendocino County where a maximum of 16 men participate in a structured sober living environment for up to one year. Some are referred; many are inspired by word of mouth from previous residents and their families. Others find us on their own. While here, all share in common the experience and practice of a new way of living based on the 12 Step approach. This includes:

• exchanging peer support
• attending daily support & focus group meetings
• providing sweat equity to maintain & improve their living environment, facilities and property
• attending off-site meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous & Narcotics Anonymous
• taking on added responsibility to contribute to the mutual wellbeing of all residents
• leading to a successful move back to the larger community as drug-free citizens.

Past Participants Tell Us