Covid-19 Visiting Update
In an effort to protect our clients and staff, New Directions has initiated restrictions on all outside contacts. During this time, residents are not permitted to leave the facility except in an emergency. Visiting, family groups, H&I meetings and church attendance {the onsite Fellowship Church is temporarily closed) suspended.
These are unfortunate consequences of the pandemic. However, by limiting the possibility of Covid-19 spread, we are able to continue to operate.
New Directions is slowly accepting participants. They must be referred here by authorized sources. At admission, new participants are quarantined for 4-6 days, may not interact with others, meals are served in rooms and other precautions are observed.
We thank you for your understanding in this difficult time.
Passing of George Feicht, August 19, 2020
It is with great sadness that we report the death of founding member George Feicht. George enjoyed a distinguished career helping people in their fight to overcome their addictions. George helped the concept of New Directions become reality.
George spent many years with the San Joaquin County Office of Substance Abuse as an administrator. He was also instrumental in the process of establishing the San Joaquin County Drug Court along with Judges Rolleen Mcllwrath, Anthony Lucaccini and many other community members.
George had the passion to share his substance abuse knowledge with others. He taught many people from the community about addiction at San Joaquin Delta College and the University of the Pacific. Those students in turn have helped countless others learn about and overcome their disease.
George had time for everyone. Every question. Every story. He helped make the lives of thousands of San Joaquin County citizens healthier, happier and more hopeful. His constant smile and kind words of encouragement were always appreciated.
George will not be forgotten.
The Board of Directors, staff and many clients of New Directions will carry on the legacy of George Feicht. Our condolences are extended to his wife, Frances, and his children, Rachelle and Kim.
Dale Benner Executive Director