Moffett House Rings in a New Decade of Service

Gateway’s Moffett House in Beaver Falls celebrated its 10-year anniversary as a men’s halfway house with resounding enthusiasm July 18 with an open house and address by Dr. Abraham Twerski, Gateway founder and medical director emeritus.

Over the years, the Moffett House has experienced many changes, from its original location in Center Township to expansion of its services, but through it all it has remained true to its commitment to men in recovery seeking to put their lives back together.

“The Moffett House has proved to be a good neighbor to the Beaver Falls community,” said Dr. Ken Ramsey, Gateway president and chief executive officer. “Most importantly, the house has served as a vehicle for patients who want to turn their lives around.”

Besides Gateway staff and Moffett House residents in attendance, Dr. Ramsey acknowledged the presence of Carl DeChellis, director of the Beaver County Housing Authority, whose strong support and encouragement was instrumental in the ongoing success of the Moffett House.

As part of the ceremony, the original Moffett Bell, rung every day since the house opened to signal to the residents when to work, eat, or celebrate, was retired and replaced with a shiny, new one. Jill Perry, program director for Gateway’s Halfway Houses, presented the original bell to the Moffett House leader, that resident who currently has lived there the longest.

“Our house leader takes on significant responsibility,” Perry said. “He serves as the role model for the other residents who are learning how to live clean and sober lives." 

During his remarks, Dr. Twerski eloquently shared his thought that the Moffett Bell represents liberty or freedom for so many patients who once were slaves to alcohol or drugs. “No matter who you are, you can always become a better person,” he said. “There is no end to happiness and helping others.