About us

Our Founder

Don Troutman

Don Troutman is a pioneer in the recovery field, where he has worked since 1989 as the founder/owner of Clean & Sober Transitional Living in Fair Oaks, CA. Don graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Fresno State University. He has over two years of post-graduate studies in addiction and continues to stay on the cutting edge in the field of recovery.

Don served on the Board of Directors for the California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources (CAARR, now CCAPP) from 2001- 2007 and again in 2008-2009. He has also served as Chairman of the Sacramento Sober Living Committee and as an active member of the California Legislative Committee on Addiction.

Don has been active for years in the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce as board member and President of the Board. He has incorporated the CSTL “family” into community service at events at events in Fair Oaks throughout the year. Don’s work in the world of recovery has been commended by many elected officials, including the California State Legislature.

As a Vietnam Veteran, Don takes special interest in reaching out to all military veterans. In recovery since 1985, Don has dedicated his life to helping the newcomer to recovery claim a strong and healthy future of recovery.

Chief Operating Officer

David Gregory

David Gregory became an invaluable member of the CSTL community in 2009, and his profound impact on countless lives has been unwavering ever since. Now as CSTL’s Chief Operating Officer, he plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations, ensuring their smooth functioning and operating efficiency. David’s versatility shines through as he effortlessly assumes various responsibilities within CSTL, ranging from adeptly resolving housing issues to effectively managing properties and fostering strong relationships with residents. Beyond his indispensable contributions, David is held in high regard, earning deep respect as an esteemed member of the community.

His unwavering dedication extends beyond the confines of his professional role, as he wholeheartedly champions the cause of those grappling with addiction, serving as a passionate advocate and steadfastly committed to their success. When not selflessly devoting himself to the betterment of the community, David finds solace and joy in the presence of his children and beloved grandchildren.

General Manager

Nick Fogle

Nick grew up in Fair Oaks and attended Bella Vista High School. He pursued his studies at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he majored in both Professional Golf Management and Business Management. Since April 2020, Nick has held the position of General Manager at CSTL, joining the company in December 2019.

Clean and Sober Living played a crucial role in establishing the foundation for his ongoing recovery and he has been in recovery since 2019. Nick strongly believes in the structure and accountability provided by CSTL and maintains the same standards for the residents as he experienced during his time as a resident. He plays a pivotal role in helping people rebuild their lives.

Outside of work, Nick enjoys traveling with his wife and playing golf as some of his favorite pastimes.

Office Manager

Lindsey Keys

Lindsey Keys has been a dedicated member of the Clean and Sober Transitional Living community since January 2021. She embarked on her own recovery journey in 2017 and has since devoted herself to working in the addiction and treatment field for the past four years, where she discovered her true passion. Lindsey takes great pleasure in being an integral part of others’ recoveries and witnessing men and women conquer their struggles with addiction, heads held high.

Lindsey pursued her education in construction management at Central Arizona College and earned a diploma in medical assisting from Kaplan College. She has most recently attended CCAPP in Sacramento, where she is currently accruing the necessary hours to complete her CADC I certification.

In her leisure time, Lindsey loves kayaking on the American River and cherishing moments spent with her daughter and husband.

In Memoriam

Jeanie Nevin Gschweng

August 15, 1970 – April 20, 2020

Jeanie (Nevin) Gschweng first came to CSTL as a resident in 2004; she left to go to residential treatment for three months and returned to CSTL because it was where she “wanted to be.” In late 2006, she joined the office staff at CSTL and became the General Manager in mid-2007, a position that she held until her death in 2020.

Jeanie’s emotional strength, her compassion and unfiltered honesty, her dedication to the CSTL community, and her commitment to maintaining its integrity and purpose made her the “heart and soul” of CSTL for the thousands of residents who came through the door while she was the General Manager.

In 2022, CSTL officially renamed our Phase 1 Meeting House “Jeanie’s House” in her memory. We who work in the office now do so in her memory, and we do our best to carry on her legacy and to keep CSTL the intentionally-designed and rigorously-managed community that provides a safe and supportive environment for those recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.