In Memory of Paul Schneider, Rise Recover Live

In the last year of his life, Paul found the sober community that he had been looking for, The Phoenix. The Phoenix’s mission is "To build a sober active community that fuels resilience and harnesses the transformational power of connection so that together we can rise, recover, and live." Upon finding the group Paul became an active member of their community; volunteering in various social and fitness programs, and creating and organizing new programs and activities for the members.

They say it takes a village to raise a child, and the same can be said about sobriety. People need each other and AA meetings alone are not enough for everyone. Rather than reflecting on the past and letting guilt be a driving factor, The Phoenix approaches sobriety in an uplifting and forward-moving manner, looking to the future and living healthily.

They were the group that Paul gave his final efforts to and a group that he believed in, therefore family and friends of Paul Schneider are asking for donations to be made in his memory in lieu of flowers or condolences.

The Phoenix offers a free sober active community to individuals who have suffered from addiction and to those who choose a sober life. They help people heal and rebuild their lives while also striving to eliminate the stigma around recovery. Please honor Paul by contributing and helping this group continue its wonderful work in the Tampa community.