Get to Know Us
Meet the team and discover the story behind First Step. Our commitment to recovery is rooted in lived experience and compassion.
Meet Our Supportive Team
Kamala Giddins
Founder/ Program Director
Our Journey and Values
First Step was founded with a vision to create a safe, structured, and empowering environment for men seeking recovery in Orlando. Our core values—integrity, respect, and community—guide everything we do, from daily routines to long-term support. We are dedicated to helping residents build strong foundations for a sober, fulfilling life.
Our Certifications & Standards
We proudly align our programs and operations with nationally recognized recovery housing standards that reflect our commitment to quality, integrity, and effective recovery support:
State & Regional Certification Affiliates
FARR Certified Recovery Residences https://www.farronline.org
🏅 National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR)
We adhere to the NARR National Standard for Recovery Residences, which sets rigorous quality benchmarks for recovery housing environments, including safety, structure, peer support, ethical operation, and community integration. These standards are widely recognized as the leading framework for high-quality recovery residence programming in the United States. Learn about NARR Standards